Family MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Swedish Hospital Program

Family Medicine residency program in Chicago, Illinois, sponsored by Swedish Hospital.

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About Swedish Hospital Program

ACGME code
1201600709
Program director
Megan Doyle
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
975
Latest cycle
Interview rate
12%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
47%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Swedish Hospital Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Chicago, Illinois, sponsored by Swedish Hospital. It offers 6 first-year positions, lower than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 975 applications and invited about 12% 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 47% 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 hospitalist and women's health tracks.

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
12%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates0%
  • US DO graduates53%
  • US IMGs18%
  • Non-US IMGs29%

Demographics

  • Women71%
  • Men29%
  • White24%
  • Asian41%
  • Black or African American18%
  • Hispanic or Latino6%

Contact and location

Program director
Megan Doyle
Program coordinator
John Wagoner
Coordinator phone
(773) 989-3808
Sponsoring institution
Swedish Hospital

5140 N California Ave Chicago, IL 60625 Open in Google Maps

Swedish Hospital Program: frequently asked questions

Does Swedish Hospital Program sponsor visas?

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

Is Swedish Hospital Program IMG-friendly?

About 47% of residents at Swedish Hospital 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 Swedish Hospital Program offer?

Swedish Hospital Program offers 6 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 6 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Swedish Hospital Program?

Swedish Hospital Program received 975 applications and interviewed about 12% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Swedish Hospital Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Swedish Hospital 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 Swedish Hospital Program located?

Swedish Hospital Program is located at 5140 N California Ave Chicago, IL 60625. Its sponsoring institution is Swedish Hospital.

Who is the program director of Swedish Hospital Program?

The program director is Megan Doyle. The program coordinator, John Wagoner, is the usual contact for application questions.