Family MedicineCommunity-based university affiliated

Swedish Medical Center/Cherry Hill Program

Family Medicine residency program in Seattle, Washington, sponsored by Swedish Medical Center.

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About Swedish Medical Center/Cherry Hill Program

ACGME code
1205421328
Program director
Chinyere Obimba
Location
Seattle, Washington
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
12
First-year spots
Applicants
582
Latest cycle
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

Swedish Medical Center/Cherry Hill Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Seattle, Washington, sponsored by Swedish Medical Center. It offers 12 first-year positions, higher than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 582 applications.

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Family Medicine program has 22%. 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 hospitalist, primary care, rural 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
12
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
None

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates81%
  • US DO graduates19%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women64%
  • Men28%
  • White36%
  • Asian42%
  • Black or African American8%
  • Hispanic or Latino22%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native3%

Contact and location

Program director
Chinyere Obimba
Program coordinator
Tiffany Bautista
Coordinator phone
(206) 320-2000
Program phone
(206) 324-2484
Sponsoring institution
Swedish Medical Center

550 16th Avenue, Suite 400 Seattle, WA 98122 Open in Google Maps

Swedish Medical Center/Cherry Hill Program: frequently asked questions

Does Swedish Medical Center/Cherry Hill Program sponsor visas?

Swedish Medical Center/Cherry Hill 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 Swedish Medical Center/Cherry Hill Program IMG-friendly?

Swedish Medical Center/Cherry Hill Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Family Medicine program has 22% IMG residents.

How many residency positions does Swedish Medical Center/Cherry Hill Program offer?

Swedish Medical Center/Cherry Hill Program offers 12 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 9 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Swedish Medical Center/Cherry Hill 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 Medical Center/Cherry Hill 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 Medical Center/Cherry Hill Program located?

Swedish Medical Center/Cherry Hill Program is located at 550 16th Avenue, Suite 400 Seattle, WA 98122. Its sponsoring institution is Swedish Medical Center.

Who is the program director of Swedish Medical Center/Cherry Hill Program?

The program director is Chinyere Obimba. The program coordinator, Tiffany Bautista, is the usual contact for application questions.