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

UPMC Medical Education/Mercy Program

Internal Medicine residency program in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, sponsored by UPMC Medical Education.

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About UPMC Medical Education/Mercy Program

ACGME code
1404111385
Program director
Katherine Foust
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
21
First-year spots
Applicants
5,242
Latest cycle
IMG residents
82%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

UPMC Medical Education/Mercy Program is a community-based university affiliated Internal Medicine residency program in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, sponsored by UPMC Medical Education. It offers 21 first-year positions, higher than the typical Internal Medicine program (14).

In the latest application cycle the program received 5,242 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 82% 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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
21
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates6%
  • US DO graduates11%
  • US IMGs24%
  • Non-US IMGs58%

Demographics

  • Women61%
  • Men39%
  • White26%
  • Asian63%
  • Hispanic or Latino8%
  • Other8%

Contact and location

Program director
Katherine Foust
Program coordinator
Lori Balser
Coordinator phone
(412) 232-5615
Program phone
(724) 388-3001
Sponsoring institution
UPMC Medical Education

UPMC Mercy 1400 Locust Street Pittsburgh, PA 15219 Open in Google Maps

UPMC Medical Education/Mercy Program: frequently asked questions

Does UPMC Medical Education/Mercy Program sponsor visas?

Yes. UPMC Medical Education/Mercy 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 UPMC Medical Education/Mercy Program IMG-friendly?

About 82% of residents at UPMC Medical Education/Mercy 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 UPMC Medical Education/Mercy Program offer?

UPMC Medical Education/Mercy Program offers 21 first-year Internal Medicine positions, and 21 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for UPMC Medical Education/Mercy Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has UPMC Medical Education/Mercy Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Internal Medicine programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 246.

Where is UPMC Medical Education/Mercy Program located?

UPMC Medical Education/Mercy Program is located at UPMC Mercy 1400 Locust Street Pittsburgh, PA 15219. Its sponsoring institution is UPMC Medical Education.

Who is the program director of UPMC Medical Education/Mercy Program?

The program director is Katherine Foust. The program coordinator, Lori Balser, is the usual contact for application questions.

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