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Mountain States Institute for GME and Research Program

Family Medicine residency program in Nampa, Idaho, sponsored by Mountain States Institute for GME and Research.

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About Mountain States Institute for GME and Research Program

ACGME code
1201500001
Program director
Heidi Shields
Location
Nampa, Idaho
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
183
Latest cycle
Interview rate
43.7%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
33.3%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

Mountain States Institute for GME and Research Program is a community-based Family Medicine residency program in Nampa, Idaho, sponsored by Mountain States Institute for GME and Research. It offers 6 first-year positions, lower than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 183 applications and invited about 43.7% 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 33.3% 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 60 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
  • Application deadline
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
6
Interview rate
43.7%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
None

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates8%
  • US DO graduates58%
  • US IMGs17%
  • Non-US IMGs17%

Contact and location

Program director
Heidi Shields
Program coordinator
Tony Trejo
Coordinator phone
(208) 795-4381
Sponsoring institution
Mountain States Institute for GME and Research

4300 East Flamingo Avenue Nampa, ID 83687 Open in Google Maps

Mountain States Institute for GME and Research Program: frequently asked questions

Does Mountain States Institute for GME and Research Program sponsor visas?

Mountain States Institute for GME and Research 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 Mountain States Institute for GME and Research Program IMG-friendly?

About 33.3% of residents at Mountain States Institute for GME and Research 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 Mountain States Institute for GME and Research Program offer?

Mountain States Institute for GME and Research Program offers 6 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 5 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Mountain States Institute for GME and Research Program?

Mountain States Institute for GME and Research Program received 183 applications and interviewed about 43.7% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Mountain States Institute for GME and Research Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Mountain States Institute for GME and Research 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 Mountain States Institute for GME and Research Program located?

Mountain States Institute for GME and Research Program is located at 4300 East Flamingo Avenue Nampa, ID 83687. Its sponsoring institution is Mountain States Institute for GME and Research.

Who is the program director of Mountain States Institute for GME and Research Program?

The program director is Heidi Shields. The program coordinator, Tony Trejo, is the usual contact for application questions.