University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Hazard) Program Family Medicine Residency
Family Medicine residency program in Hazard, Kentucky, sponsored by University of Kentucky College of Medicine.
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- ACGME code
- 1202021512
- Program director
- Wanda Taylor
- Location
- Hazard, Kentucky
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- Positions
- 4
- First-year spots
- Applicants
- 469
- Latest cycle
- IMG residents
- 59%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
- For residents
University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Hazard) Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Hazard, Kentucky, sponsored by University of Kentucky College of Medicine. It offers 4 first-year positions, lower than the typical Family Medicine program (7).
In the latest application cycle the program received 469 applications.
International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 59% of current residents, compared with a median of 22% across Family Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 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
- Year of graduation limit
- US clinical experience required
- Application deadline
- Residents' medical schools and countries
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Applications and interviews
- Positions offered
- 4
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 3
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates8%
- US DO graduates33%
- US IMGs17%
- Non-US IMGs42%
Demographics
- Women67%
- Men33%
- White33%
- Asian50%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Wanda Taylor
- Program coordinator
- Heather Pennington
- Coordinator phone
- (606) 439-3557
- Program phone
- (606) 439-9557
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- University of Kentucky College of Medicine
East Kentucky Family Medicine Residency 750 Morton Blvd Hazard, KY 41701 Open in Google Maps
University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Hazard) Program: frequently asked questions
Does University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Hazard) Program sponsor visas?
Yes. University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Hazard) 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 Kentucky College of Medicine (Hazard) Program IMG-friendly?
About 59% of residents at University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Hazard) 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 Kentucky College of Medicine (Hazard) Program offer?
University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Hazard) Program offers 4 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Hazard) 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 Kentucky College of Medicine (Hazard) Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Family Medicine programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 237.
Where is University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Hazard) Program located?
University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Hazard) Program is located at East Kentucky Family Medicine Residency 750 Morton Blvd Hazard, KY 41701. Its sponsoring institution is University of Kentucky College of Medicine.
Who is the program director of University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Hazard) Program?
The program director is Wanda Taylor. The program coordinator, Heather Pennington, is the usual contact for application questions.