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Louisiana State University School of Medicine (Kenner) Program

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

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About Louisiana State University School of Medicine (Kenner) Program

ACGME code
1202121641
Program director
Ernest James
Location
Kenner, Louisiana
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
351
Latest cycle
Interview rate
29.3%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
47%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

Louisiana State University School of Medicine (Kenner) Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Kenner, Louisiana, sponsored by Louisiana State University School of Medicine. It offers 6 first-year positions, lower than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 351 applications and invited about 29.3% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Family Medicine programs, which interview about 21.6% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 47% of current residents, compared with a median of 22% across Family Medicine programs. The program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas.

Residents work about 65 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
  • 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
6
Interview rate
29.3%
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
None

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates47%
  • US DO graduates6%
  • US IMGs35%
  • Non-US IMGs12%

Demographics

  • Women65%
  • Men35%
  • White29%
  • Asian47%
  • Black or African American24%
  • Hispanic or Latino12%

Contact and location

Program director
Ernest James
Program coordinator
Porsha Hughes
Coordinator phone
(504) 471-2757
Sponsoring institution
Louisiana State University School of Medicine

LSUHSC Department of Family Medicine 200 West Esplanade Avenue, Suite 409 Kenner, LA 70065 Open in Google Maps

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

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

Louisiana State University School of Medicine (Kenner) Program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas. International applicants who need a visa should confirm with the program before applying.

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

About 47% of residents at Louisiana State University School of Medicine (Kenner) Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Family Medicine program has 22% IMG residents.

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

Louisiana State University School of Medicine (Kenner) Program offers 6 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 5 were filled in the latest Match.

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

Louisiana State University School of Medicine (Kenner) Program received 351 applications and interviewed about 29.3% 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 (Kenner) 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 (Kenner) 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 (Kenner) Program located?

Louisiana State University School of Medicine (Kenner) Program is located at LSUHSC Department of Family Medicine 200 West Esplanade Avenue, Suite 409 Kenner, LA 70065. Its sponsoring institution is Louisiana State University School of Medicine.

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

The program director is Ernest James. The program coordinator, Porsha Hughes, is the usual contact for application questions.