Internal MedicineUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program

Internal Medicine residency program in Boston, Massachusetts, sponsored by Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.

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About Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program

ACGME code
1402421162
Program director
Anita Vanka
Location
Boston, Massachusetts
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
48
First-year spots
Applicants
2,839
Latest cycle
Interview rate
21.9%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
4%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program is a university Based Internal Medicine residency program in Boston, Massachusetts, sponsored by Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. It offers 48 first-year positions, higher than the typical Internal Medicine program (14).

In the latest application cycle the program received 2,839 applications and invited about 21.9% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Internal Medicine programs, which interview about 10.1% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 4% of current residents, compared with a median of 46.5% across Internal Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 68 hours a week in their first year. The program offers primary care and research 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
48
Interview rate
21.9%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates96%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs1%
  • Non-US IMGs3%

Demographics

  • Women63%
  • Men37%
  • White60%
  • Asian33%
  • Black or African American3%
  • Hispanic or Latino9%
  • Other2%

Contact and location

Program director
Anita Vanka
Program coordinator
Nikki deMelo
Coordinator phone
(617) 632-8310
Program phone
(617) 667-8273
Sponsoring institution
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

One Deaconess Road Deaconess 306 Boston, MA 02215 Open in Google Maps

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center 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 Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 4% of residents at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Internal Medicine program has 46.5% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program offer?

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program offers 48 first-year Internal Medicine positions, and 48 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program?

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program received 2,839 applications and interviewed about 21.9% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine program interviews about 10.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Beth Israel Deaconess 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 Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Internal Medicine programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 246.

Where is Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program located?

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program is located at One Deaconess Road Deaconess 306 Boston, MA 02215. Its sponsoring institution is Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.

Who is the program director of Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program?

The program director is Anita Vanka. The program coordinator, Nikki deMelo, is the usual contact for application questions.

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