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University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine Program

Internal Medicine residency program in Reno, Nevada, sponsored by University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine.

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About University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine Program

ACGME code
1403121483
Program director
Shalini Reddy
Location
Reno, Nevada
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
23
First-year spots
Applicants
2,954
Latest cycle
Interview rate
5.3%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
63%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine Program is a community-based university affiliated Internal Medicine residency program in Reno, Nevada, sponsored by University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine. It offers 23 first-year positions, higher than the typical Internal Medicine program (14).

In the latest application cycle the program received 2,954 applications and invited about 5.3% 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 63% of current residents, compared with a median of 46.5% across Internal Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 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
  • 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
5.3%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates27%
  • US DO graduates10%
  • US IMGs21%
  • Non-US IMGs42%

Demographics

  • Women34%
  • Men66%
  • White21%
  • Asian63%
  • Black or African American6%
  • Hispanic or Latino13%

Contact and location

Program director
Shalini Reddy
Program coordinator
J Vineyard
Coordinator phone
(775) 682-5764
Program phone
(775) 327-5174
Sponsoring institution
University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine

Internal Medicine Residency Program 745 West Moana Lane, Suite 300 Reno, NV 89509 Open in Google Maps

University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine 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 Nevada Reno School of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

About 63% of residents at University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine 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 visas.

How many residency positions does University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine Program offer?

University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine Program offers 23 first-year Internal Medicine positions, and 23 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine Program?

University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine Program received 2,954 applications and interviewed about 5.3% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine program interviews about 10.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine 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 Nevada Reno School of Medicine 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 University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine Program located?

University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine Program is located at Internal Medicine Residency Program 745 West Moana Lane, Suite 300 Reno, NV 89509. Its sponsoring institution is University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine Program?

The program director is Shalini Reddy. The program coordinator, J Vineyard, is the usual contact for application questions.