Family MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program

Family Medicine residency program in Cleveland, Ohio, sponsored by The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University.

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About The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program

ACGME code
1203811237
Program director
Aphrodite Papadakis
Location
Cleveland, Ohio
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
9
First-year spots
Applicants
994
Latest cycle
Interview rate
14.6%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
40%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Cleveland, Ohio, sponsored by The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University. It offers 9 first-year positions, higher than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 994 applications and invited about 14.6% 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 40% 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 65 hours a week in their first year.

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
9
Interview rate
14.6%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates24%
  • US DO graduates36%
  • US IMGs8%
  • Non-US IMGs32%

Demographics

  • Women56%
  • Men44%
  • White36%
  • Asian52%
  • Black or African American8%
  • Hispanic or Latino8%
  • Other4%

Contact and location

Program director
Aphrodite Papadakis
Program coordinator
Amanda Campbell
Coordinator phone
(216) 778-4077
Program phone
(216) 778-5415
Sponsoring institution
The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University

MetroHealth Medical Center Department of Family Medicine 2500 MetroHealth Drive Cleveland, OH 44109-1998 Open in Google Maps

The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program: frequently asked questions

Does The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program sponsor visas?

Yes. The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University 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 The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program IMG-friendly?

About 40% of residents at The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University 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 The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program offer?

The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program offers 9 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 9 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program?

The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program received 994 applications and interviewed about 14.6% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University 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 The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program located?

The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program is located at MetroHealth Medical Center Department of Family Medicine 2500 MetroHealth Drive Cleveland, OH 44109-1998. Its sponsoring institution is The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University.

Who is the program director of The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program?

The program director is Aphrodite Papadakis. The program coordinator, Amanda Campbell, is the usual contact for application questions.