Internal Medicine/PediatricsUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

University of Pennsylvania Health System Program

Internal Medicine/Pediatrics residency program in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, sponsored by University of Pennsylvania Health System.

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About University of Pennsylvania Health System Program

ACGME code
7004114129
Program director
Dava Szalda
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
370
Latest cycle
Interview rate
15.4%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

University of Pennsylvania Health System Program is a university Based Internal Medicine/Pediatrics residency program in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, sponsored by University of Pennsylvania Health System. It offers 6 first-year positions, higher than the typical Internal Medicine/Pediatrics program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 370 applications and invited about 15.4% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Internal Medicine/Pediatrics programs, which interview about 28.4% of applicants.

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 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
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
6
Interview rate
15.4%
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates100%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women71%
  • Men25%
  • White58%
  • Asian33%
  • Black or African American21%
  • Hispanic or Latino4%

Contact and location

Program director
Dava Szalda
Program coordinator
Sue Giangrasso
Coordinator phone
(215) 662-2532
Sponsoring institution
University of Pennsylvania Health System

3400 Spruce Street 100 Centrex Building Philadelphia, PA 19104 Open in Google Maps

University of Pennsylvania Health System Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Pennsylvania Health System Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Pennsylvania Health System 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 University of Pennsylvania Health System Program IMG-friendly?

University of Pennsylvania Health System 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 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does University of Pennsylvania Health System Program offer?

University of Pennsylvania Health System Program offers 6 first-year Internal Medicine/Pediatrics positions, and 6 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Pennsylvania Health System Program?

University of Pennsylvania Health System Program received 370 applications and interviewed about 15.4% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine/Pediatrics program interviews about 28.4%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Pennsylvania Health System 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 Pennsylvania Health System 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 University of Pennsylvania Health System Program located?

University of Pennsylvania Health System Program is located at 3400 Spruce Street 100 Centrex Building Philadelphia, PA 19104. Its sponsoring institution is University of Pennsylvania Health System.

Who is the program director of University of Pennsylvania Health System Program?

The program director is Dava Szalda. The program coordinator, Sue Giangrasso, is the usual contact for application questions.