Obstetrics and GynecologyCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

MaineHealth Program

Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program in Portland, Maine, sponsored by MaineHealth.

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About MaineHealth Program

ACGME code
2202211111
Program director
Jason LaChance
Location
Portland, Maine
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
5
First-year spots
IMG residents
6%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

MaineHealth Program is a community-based university affiliated Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program in Portland, Maine, sponsored by MaineHealth. It offers 5 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Obstetrics and Gynecology program (5).

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 6% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Obstetrics and Gynecology programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 66 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research track.

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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

How often applicants were invited to interview, depending on the signal they sent.

  • Gold signal: interviewed0%
  • Silver signal: interviewed0%
  • No signal: interviewed0%
  • Geographic preference matched: interviewed0%
  • Geographic preference not matched: interviewed0%
Positions offered
5
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates89%
  • US DO graduates6%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs6%

Demographics

  • Women89%
  • Men11%
  • White83%
  • Black or African American11%
  • Other6%

Contact and location

Program director
Jason LaChance
Program coordinator
Korina Ricker
Coordinator phone
(207) 662-2749
Sponsoring institution
MaineHealth

Maine Medical Center Dept of Obstetrics/Gynecology 22 Bramhall Street Portland, ME 04102 Open in Google Maps

MaineHealth Program: frequently asked questions

Does MaineHealth Program sponsor visas?

Yes. MaineHealth Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is MaineHealth Program IMG-friendly?

About 6% of residents at MaineHealth Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Obstetrics and Gynecology program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does MaineHealth Program offer?

MaineHealth Program offers 5 first-year Obstetrics and Gynecology positions, and 5 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for MaineHealth Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has MaineHealth Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.

Do program signals help at MaineHealth Program?

Applicants who sent MaineHealth Program a gold signal received interviews about 0% of the time, silver signals about 0%, and applicants without a signal about 0%.

Where is MaineHealth Program located?

MaineHealth Program is located at Maine Medical Center Dept of Obstetrics/Gynecology 22 Bramhall Street Portland, ME 04102. Its sponsoring institution is MaineHealth.

Who is the program director of MaineHealth Program?

The program director is Jason LaChance. The program coordinator, Korina Ricker, is the usual contact for application questions.

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