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

Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program

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

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About Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program

ACGME code
1403811328
Program director
Amit Diwakar
Location
Akron, Ohio
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
14
First-year spots
Applicants
3,359
Latest cycle
Interview rate
3.6%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
70%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program is a community-based university affiliated Internal Medicine residency program in Akron, Ohio, sponsored by Cleveland Clinic Foundation. It offers 14 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Internal Medicine program (14).

In the latest application cycle the program received 3,359 applications and invited about 3.6% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Internal Medicine programs, which interview about 10.1% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 70% 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 60 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
14
Interview rate
3.6%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates7%
  • US DO graduates22%
  • US IMGs7%
  • Non-US IMGs63%

Demographics

  • Women59%
  • Men41%
  • White27%
  • Asian49%
  • Black or African American10%
  • Other7%

Contact and location

Program director
Amit Diwakar
Program coordinator
Tina Castle
Coordinator phone
(330) 344-4026
Program phone
(330) 858-4715
Sponsoring institution
Cleveland Clinic Foundation

Department of Medicine 1 Akron General Ave Akron, OH 44307 Open in Google Maps

Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program: frequently asked questions

Does Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General 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/Akron General Program IMG-friendly?

About 70% of residents at Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General 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/Akron General Program offer?

Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program offers 14 first-year Internal Medicine positions, and 14 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program?

Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program received 3,359 applications and interviewed about 3.6% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine program interviews about 10.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General 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/Akron General 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/Akron General Program located?

Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program is located at Department of Medicine 1 Akron General Ave Akron, OH 44307. Its sponsoring institution is Cleveland Clinic Foundation.

Who is the program director of Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program?

The program director is Amit Diwakar. The program coordinator, Tina Castle, is the usual contact for application questions.

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