Duke University Hospital Program Ophthalmology Residency
Ophthalmology residency program in Durham, North Carolina, sponsored by Duke University Hospital.
See how you matchAbout Duke University Hospital Program
- ACGME code
- 2403631118
- Program director
- Pratap Challa
- Location
- Durham, North Carolina
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- IMG residents
- 4%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
- For residents
Duke University Hospital Program is a university Based Ophthalmology residency program in Durham, North Carolina, sponsored by Duke University Hospital.
International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 4% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Ophthalmology programs. The program sponsors J-1 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.
- US clinical experience required
- Residents' medical schools and countries
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Applications and interviews
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 3
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates96%
- US DO graduates0%
- US IMGs0%
- Non-US IMGs4%
Demographics
- Women50%
- Men50%
- White29%
- Asian50%
- Black or African American21%
- Hispanic or Latino4%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Pratap Challa
- Program coordinator
- Renee Wynne
- Coordinator phone
- (919) 684-6593
- Program phone
- (919) 681-2793
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- Duke University Hospital
Duke Eye Center, DUMC 3802 2351 Erwin Road Durham, NC 27710 Open in Google Maps
Duke University Hospital Program: frequently asked questions
Does Duke University Hospital Program sponsor visas?
Yes. Duke University Hospital Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.
Is Duke University Hospital Program IMG-friendly?
About 4% of residents at Duke University Hospital Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Ophthalmology program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for Duke University Hospital Program?
USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. Duke University Hospital Program does not publish a Step 2 CK minimum, so compare your score with the specialty overall.
Where is Duke University Hospital Program located?
Duke University Hospital Program is located at Duke Eye Center, DUMC 3802 2351 Erwin Road Durham, NC 27710. Its sponsoring institution is Duke University Hospital.
Who is the program director of Duke University Hospital Program?
The program director is Pratap Challa. The program coordinator, Renee Wynne, is the usual contact for application questions.