Internal Medicine/PediatricsCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program

Internal Medicine/Pediatrics residency program in Grand Rapids, Michigan, sponsored by Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University.

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About Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program

ACGME code
7002514098
Program director
David Tiesma
Location
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
4
First-year spots
Applicants
198
Latest cycle
Interview rate
24.2%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program is a community-based university affiliated Internal Medicine/Pediatrics residency program in Grand Rapids, Michigan, sponsored by Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University. It offers 4 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Internal Medicine/Pediatrics program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 198 applications and invited about 24.2% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Internal Medicine/Pediatrics interview rate of 28.4%.

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Internal Medicine/Pediatrics program has 0%. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 55 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
4
Interview rate
24.2%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates94%
  • US DO graduates6%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women50%
  • Men50%
  • White94%
  • Asian13%

Contact and location

Program director
David Tiesma
Program coordinator
Pamela Hritzkowin
Coordinator phone
(616) 391-3776
Sponsoring institution
Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University

100 Michigan Street MC 188, Suite A601 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Open in Google Maps

Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program: frequently asked questions

Does Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program IMG-friendly?

Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Internal Medicine/Pediatrics program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program offer?

Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program offers 4 first-year Internal Medicine/Pediatrics positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program?

Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program received 198 applications and interviewed about 24.2% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine/Pediatrics program interviews about 28.4%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State 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 Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Internal Medicine/Pediatrics programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 255.

Where is Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program located?

Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program is located at 100 Michigan Street MC 188, Suite A601 Grand Rapids, MI 49503. Its sponsoring institution is Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University.

Who is the program director of Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program?

The program director is David Tiesma. The program coordinator, Pamela Hritzkowin, is the usual contact for application questions.