Obstetrics and GynecologyCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

UMass Chan - Baystate Program

Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program in Springfield, Massachusetts, sponsored by UMass Chan - Baystate.

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About UMass Chan - Baystate Program

ACGME code
2202412129
Program director
Jacqueline Kates
Location
Springfield, Massachusetts
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
IMG residents
16%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

UMass Chan - Baystate Program is a community-based university affiliated Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program in Springfield, Massachusetts, sponsored by UMass Chan - Baystate. It offers 6 first-year positions, higher than the typical Obstetrics and Gynecology program (5).

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 16% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Obstetrics and Gynecology programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 70 hours a week in their first year. The program offers women's health 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
  • US clinical experience required
  • 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
6
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates50%
  • US DO graduates33%
  • US IMGs8%
  • Non-US IMGs8%

Demographics

  • Women83%
  • Men17%
  • White88%
  • Asian4%
  • Hispanic or Latino4%
  • Other8%

Contact and location

Program director
Jacqueline Kates
Program coordinator
Carolyn Delk
Coordinator phone
(413) 794-5256
Program phone
(413) 794-5321
Sponsoring institution
UMass Chan - Baystate

Baystate Medical Center, Inc. Department of Obstetrics/Gynecology 759 Chestnut Street Springfield, MA 01199 Open in Google Maps

UMass Chan - Baystate Program: frequently asked questions

Does UMass Chan - Baystate Program sponsor visas?

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

Is UMass Chan - Baystate Program IMG-friendly?

About 16% of residents at UMass Chan - Baystate 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 UMass Chan - Baystate Program offer?

UMass Chan - Baystate Program offers 6 first-year Obstetrics and Gynecology positions, and 6 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for UMass Chan - Baystate Program?

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

Do program signals help at UMass Chan - Baystate Program?

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

Where is UMass Chan - Baystate Program located?

UMass Chan - Baystate Program is located at Baystate Medical Center, Inc. Department of Obstetrics/Gynecology 759 Chestnut Street Springfield, MA 01199. Its sponsoring institution is UMass Chan - Baystate.

Who is the program director of UMass Chan - Baystate Program?

The program director is Jacqueline Kates. The program coordinator, Carolyn Delk, is the usual contact for application questions.

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