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Kern Medical Center Program

Family Medicine residency program in Bakersfield, California, sponsored by Kern Medical Center.

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About Kern Medical Center Program

ACGME code
1200500020
Program director
Santhi Kanuri
Location
Bakersfield, California
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Kern Medical Center Program is a community-based Family Medicine residency program in Bakersfield, California, sponsored by Kern Medical Center.

The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 40 hours a week in their first year. The program offers primary care track.

Requirements and screening

USMLE Step 1 is pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the score programs screen on. These are the details IMGs most often need before deciding whether to apply.

  • Step 2 CK minimum score

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Applications and interviews

Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Contact and location

Program director
Santhi Kanuri
Program coordinator
Nicolette Masala
Coordinator phone
(661) 326-2237
Program phone
(661) 326-6546
Sponsoring institution
Kern Medical Center

1700 Mount Vernon Ave. Bakersfield, CA 93306 Open in Google Maps

Kern Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does Kern Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Kern Medical Center Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Kern Medical Center Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Kern Medical Center Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Family Medicine programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 237.

Where is Kern Medical Center Program located?

Kern Medical Center Program is located at 1700 Mount Vernon Ave. Bakersfield, CA 93306. Its sponsoring institution is Kern Medical Center.

Who is the program director of Kern Medical Center Program?

The program director is Santhi Kanuri. The program coordinator, Nicolette Masala, is the usual contact for application questions.