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University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program

Family Medicine residency program in Iowa City, Iowa, sponsored by University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center.

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About University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program

ACGME code
1201811136
Program director
Brigit Ray
Location
Iowa City, Iowa
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
8
First-year spots
Applicants
677
Latest cycle
Interview rate
17.9%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
30%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program is a university Based Family Medicine residency program in Iowa City, Iowa, sponsored by University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center. It offers 8 first-year positions, higher than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 677 applications and invited about 17.9% 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 30% of current residents, compared with a median of 22% across Family Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 53 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
8
Interview rate
17.9%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates43%
  • US DO graduates26%
  • US IMGs4%
  • Non-US IMGs26%

Demographics

  • Women65%
  • Men26%
  • White74%

Contact and location

Program director
Brigit Ray
Program coordinator
Cinda Blake
Coordinator phone
(319) 384-7507
Program phone
(319) 384-7000
Sponsoring institution
University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center

Department of Family and Community Medicine 200 Hawkins Dr Iowa City, IA 52242 Open in Google Maps

University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 30% of residents at University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center 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 University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program offer?

University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program offers 8 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 8 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program?

University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program received 677 applications and interviewed about 17.9% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center 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 University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program located?

University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program is located at Department of Family and Community Medicine 200 Hawkins Dr Iowa City, IA 52242. Its sponsoring institution is University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center.

Who is the program director of University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program?

The program director is Brigit Ray. The program coordinator, Cinda Blake, is the usual contact for application questions.