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Temple University Hospital/Northwest Community Program

Family Medicine residency program in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, sponsored by Temple University Hospital.

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About Temple University Hospital/Northwest Community Program

ACGME code
1204100712
Program director
Janet Cruz
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
7
First-year spots
Applicants
1,195
Latest cycle
Interview rate
18.2%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
29%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Temple University Hospital/Northwest Community Program is a community-based Family Medicine residency program in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, sponsored by Temple University Hospital. It offers 7 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,195 applications and invited about 18.2% 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 29% 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, primary care 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
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
7
Interview rate
18.2%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates29%
  • US DO graduates43%
  • US IMGs5%
  • Non-US IMGs24%

Demographics

  • Women71%
  • Men29%
  • White33%
  • Asian43%
  • Black or African American24%
  • Hispanic or Latino10%

Contact and location

Program director
Janet Cruz
Program coordinator
Ashelle Collins
Coordinator phone
(267) 619-0082
Program phone
(484) 659-0460
Sponsoring institution
Temple University Hospital

10 Shurs Lane Suite 206 Philadelphia, PA 19127 Open in Google Maps

Temple University Hospital/Northwest Community Program: frequently asked questions

Does Temple University Hospital/Northwest Community Program sponsor visas?

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

Is Temple University Hospital/Northwest Community Program IMG-friendly?

About 29% of residents at Temple University Hospital/Northwest Community 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 Temple University Hospital/Northwest Community Program offer?

Temple University Hospital/Northwest Community Program offers 7 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 2 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Temple University Hospital/Northwest Community Program?

Temple University Hospital/Northwest Community Program received 1,195 applications and interviewed about 18.2% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Temple University Hospital/Northwest Community Program?

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

Temple University Hospital/Northwest Community Program is located at 10 Shurs Lane Suite 206 Philadelphia, PA 19127. Its sponsoring institution is Temple University Hospital.

Who is the program director of Temple University Hospital/Northwest Community Program?

The program director is Janet Cruz. The program coordinator, Ashelle Collins, is the usual contact for application questions.