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The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program

Internal Medicine residency program in Cleveland, Ohio, sponsored by The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University.

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About The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program

ACGME code
1403811336
Program director
William Cook
Location
Cleveland, Ohio
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
23
First-year spots
Applicants
3,184
Latest cycle
Interview rate
10.2%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
15%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program is a not Available Internal Medicine residency program in Cleveland, Ohio, sponsored by The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University. It offers 23 first-year positions, higher than the typical Internal Medicine program (14).

In the latest application cycle the program received 3,184 applications and invited about 10.2% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Internal Medicine interview rate of 10.1%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 15% of current residents, compared with a median of 46.5% across Internal Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

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
23
Interview rate
10.2%
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates41%
  • US DO graduates44%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs15%

Demographics

  • Women51%
  • Men49%
  • White41%
  • Asian46%
  • Black or African American3%
  • Hispanic or Latino6%
  • Other5%

Contact and location

Program director
William Cook
Program coordinator
Julie Ziegler
Coordinator phone
(216) 778-4496
Program phone
(216) 778-1141
Sponsoring institution
The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University

MetroHealth Medical Center Office of Academic Programs (G573) 2500 MetroHealth Drive Cleveland, OH 44109 Open in Google Maps

The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program: frequently asked questions

Does The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program sponsor visas?

Yes. The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University 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 The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program IMG-friendly?

About 15% of residents at The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University 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 The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program offer?

The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program offers 23 first-year Internal Medicine positions, and 23 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program?

The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program received 3,184 applications and interviewed about 10.2% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine program interviews about 10.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University 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 The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program located?

The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program is located at MetroHealth Medical Center Office of Academic Programs (G573) 2500 MetroHealth Drive Cleveland, OH 44109. Its sponsoring institution is The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University.

Who is the program director of The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program?

The program director is William Cook. The program coordinator, Julie Ziegler, is the usual contact for application questions.

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