Family MedicineCommunity-basedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

Piedmont Columbus Regional (Midtown) Program

Family Medicine residency program in Columbus, Georgia, sponsored by Piedmont Columbus Regional (Midtown).

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About Piedmont Columbus Regional (Midtown) Program

ACGME code
1201211092
Program director
John Bucholtz
Location
Columbus, Georgia
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
12
First-year spots
Applicants
760
Latest cycle
Interview rate
22.8%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
65%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Piedmont Columbus Regional (Midtown) Program is a community-based Family Medicine residency program in Columbus, Georgia, sponsored by Piedmont Columbus Regional (Midtown). It offers 12 first-year positions, higher than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 760 applications and invited about 22.8% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Family Medicine interview rate of 21.6%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 65% of current residents, compared with a median of 22% across Family Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 72 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
12
Interview rate
22.8%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates14%
  • US DO graduates22%
  • US IMGs62%
  • Non-US IMGs3%

Demographics

  • Women65%
  • Men35%
  • White30%
  • Asian30%
  • Black or African American11%
  • Hispanic or Latino5%
  • Other5%

Contact and location

Program director
John Bucholtz
Program coordinator
M. A. Dowdell
Coordinator phone
(706) 571-1430
Program phone
(706) 442-2837
Sponsoring institution
Piedmont Columbus Regional (Midtown)

Family Medicine Residency Program 1900 10th Avenue Suite 100 Columbus, GA 31901 Open in Google Maps

Piedmont Columbus Regional (Midtown) Program: frequently asked questions

Does Piedmont Columbus Regional (Midtown) Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Piedmont Columbus Regional (Midtown) Program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Piedmont Columbus Regional (Midtown) Program IMG-friendly?

About 65% of residents at Piedmont Columbus Regional (Midtown) 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 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does Piedmont Columbus Regional (Midtown) Program offer?

Piedmont Columbus Regional (Midtown) Program offers 12 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 12 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Piedmont Columbus Regional (Midtown) Program?

Piedmont Columbus Regional (Midtown) Program received 760 applications and interviewed about 22.8% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Piedmont Columbus Regional (Midtown) Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Piedmont Columbus Regional (Midtown) 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 Piedmont Columbus Regional (Midtown) Program located?

Piedmont Columbus Regional (Midtown) Program is located at Family Medicine Residency Program 1900 10th Avenue Suite 100 Columbus, GA 31901. Its sponsoring institution is Piedmont Columbus Regional (Midtown).

Who is the program director of Piedmont Columbus Regional (Midtown) Program?

The program director is John Bucholtz. The program coordinator, M. A. Dowdell, is the usual contact for application questions.