Family MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Louisiana State University School of Medicine (Bogalusa) Program

Family Medicine residency program in Bogalusa, Louisiana, sponsored by Louisiana State University School of Medicine.

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About Louisiana State University School of Medicine (Bogalusa) Program

ACGME code
1202113695
Program director
Frederick Stone
Location
Bogalusa, Louisiana
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
7
First-year spots
Applicants
738
Latest cycle
Interview rate
14.2%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
55%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Louisiana State University School of Medicine (Bogalusa) Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Bogalusa, Louisiana, sponsored by Louisiana State University School of Medicine. It offers 7 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 738 applications and invited about 14.2% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Family Medicine programs, which interview about 21.6% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 55% of current residents, compared with a median of 22% across Family Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 60 hours a week in their first year. The program offers rural 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
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • Year of graduation limit
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
7
Interview rate
14.2%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates32%
  • US DO graduates14%
  • US IMGs32%
  • Non-US IMGs23%

Demographics

  • Women50%
  • Men45%
  • White55%
  • Asian14%
  • Black or African American23%
  • Hispanic or Latino5%

Contact and location

Program director
Frederick Stone
Program coordinator
Susan Pieno
Coordinator phone
(985) 730-7115
Program phone
(504) 730-6370
Sponsoring institution
Louisiana State University School of Medicine

420 Avenue F Bogalusa, LA 70427 Open in Google Maps

Louisiana State University School of Medicine (Bogalusa) Program: frequently asked questions

Does Louisiana State University School of Medicine (Bogalusa) Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Louisiana State University School of Medicine (Bogalusa) Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Louisiana State University School of Medicine (Bogalusa) Program IMG-friendly?

About 55% of residents at Louisiana State University School of Medicine (Bogalusa) Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Family Medicine program has 22% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Louisiana State University School of Medicine (Bogalusa) Program offer?

Louisiana State University School of Medicine (Bogalusa) Program offers 7 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 7 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Louisiana State University School of Medicine (Bogalusa) Program?

Louisiana State University School of Medicine (Bogalusa) Program received 738 applications and interviewed about 14.2% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Louisiana State University School of Medicine (Bogalusa) Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Louisiana State University School of Medicine (Bogalusa) Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Family Medicine programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 237.

Where is Louisiana State University School of Medicine (Bogalusa) Program located?

Louisiana State University School of Medicine (Bogalusa) Program is located at 420 Avenue F Bogalusa, LA 70427. Its sponsoring institution is Louisiana State University School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of Louisiana State University School of Medicine (Bogalusa) Program?

The program director is Frederick Stone. The program coordinator, Susan Pieno, is the usual contact for application questions.