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

Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program

Internal Medicine residency program in Cleveland, Ohio, sponsored by Cleveland Clinic Foundation.

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About Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program

ACGME code
1403812339
Program director
Andrei Brateanu
Location
Cleveland, Ohio
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
56
First-year spots
Applicants
4,373
Latest cycle
Interview rate
13.9%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
42%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program is a community-based university affiliated Internal Medicine residency program in Cleveland, Ohio, sponsored by Cleveland Clinic Foundation. It offers 56 first-year positions, higher than the typical Internal Medicine program (14).

In the latest application cycle the program received 4,373 applications and invited about 13.9% 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 42% 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 64 hours a week in their first year. The program offers hospitalist, 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
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
56
Interview rate
13.9%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates45%
  • US DO graduates14%
  • US IMGs3%
  • Non-US IMGs39%

Demographics

  • Women45%
  • Men55%
  • White40%
  • Asian35%
  • Black or African American2%
  • Hispanic or Latino7%
  • Other10%

Contact and location

Program director
Andrei Brateanu
Program coordinator
Melinda MacDonald
Coordinator phone
(216) 296-3414
Program phone
(216) 767-4242
Sponsoring institution
Cleveland Clinic Foundation

Internal Medicine Residency Program, NA-10 9500 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, OH 44195 Open in Google Maps

Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program: frequently asked questions

Does Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Cleveland Clinic Foundation 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 Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program IMG-friendly?

About 42% of residents at Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. 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 Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program offer?

Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program offers 56 first-year Internal Medicine positions, and 56 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program?

Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program received 4,373 applications and interviewed about 13.9% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine program interviews about 10.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Cleveland Clinic Foundation 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 Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program located?

Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program is located at Internal Medicine Residency Program, NA-10 9500 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, OH 44195. Its sponsoring institution is Cleveland Clinic Foundation.

Who is the program director of Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program?

The program director is Andrei Brateanu. The program coordinator, Melinda MacDonald, is the usual contact for application questions.

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