Obstetrics and GynecologyUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

University of Hawaii Program

Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program in Honolulu, Hawaii, sponsored by University of Hawaii John A Burns School of Medicine.

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About University of Hawaii Program

ACGME code
2201431081
Program director
Mark Hiraoka
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
IMG residents
4%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

University of Hawaii Program is a university Based Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program in Honolulu, Hawaii, sponsored by University of Hawaii John A Burns School of Medicine. It offers 6 first-year positions, higher than the typical Obstetrics and Gynecology program (5).

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 4% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Obstetrics and Gynecology programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 72 hours a week in their first year. The program offers rural and women's health tracks.

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 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates92%
  • US DO graduates4%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs4%

Demographics

  • Women92%
  • Men8%
  • White36%
  • Asian80%
  • Black or African American12%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native4%
  • Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander4%

Contact and location

Program director
Mark Hiraoka
Program coordinator
Lisa Kellett
Coordinator phone
(808) 203-6532
Program phone
(808) 203-6506
Sponsoring institution
University of Hawaii John A Burns School of Medicine

Department of Obstetrics-Gynecology 1319 Punahou Street-Room 824 Honolulu, HI 96826 Open in Google Maps

University of Hawaii Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Hawaii Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Hawaii 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 Hawaii Program IMG-friendly?

About 4% of residents at University of Hawaii 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 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does University of Hawaii Program offer?

University of Hawaii 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 University of Hawaii 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 Hawaii Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.

Do program signals help at University of Hawaii Program?

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

Where is University of Hawaii Program located?

University of Hawaii Program is located at Department of Obstetrics-Gynecology 1319 Punahou Street-Room 824 Honolulu, HI 96826. Its sponsoring institution is University of Hawaii John A Burns School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Hawaii Program?

The program director is Mark Hiraoka. The program coordinator, Lisa Kellett, is the usual contact for application questions.

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