Nazareth Hospital Program Ophthalmology Residency
Ophthalmology residency program in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, sponsored by Nazareth Hospital.
See how you matchAbout Nazareth Hospital Program
- ACGME code
- 2404100174
- Program director
- Imtiaz Chaudhry
- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- IMG residents
- 16.7%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
- For residents
Nazareth Hospital Program is a community-based Ophthalmology residency program in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, sponsored by Nazareth Hospital.
International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 16.7% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Ophthalmology programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.
Residents work about 50 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
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Applications and interviews
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 2
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates67%
- US DO graduates17%
- US IMGs0%
- Non-US IMGs17%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Imtiaz Chaudhry
- Program coordinator
- Jennifer McWilliams
- Coordinator phone
- (215) 266-6837
- Program phone
- (215) 639-4500
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- Nazareth Hospital
2601 Holme Ave Philadelphia, PA 19152 Open in Google Maps
Nazareth Hospital Program: frequently asked questions
Does Nazareth Hospital Program sponsor visas?
Yes. Nazareth Hospital Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.
Is Nazareth Hospital Program IMG-friendly?
About 16.7% of residents at Nazareth 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 Nazareth Hospital Program?
USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Nazareth Hospital Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.
Where is Nazareth Hospital Program located?
Nazareth Hospital Program is located at 2601 Holme Ave Philadelphia, PA 19152. Its sponsoring institution is Nazareth Hospital.
Who is the program director of Nazareth Hospital Program?
The program director is Imtiaz Chaudhry. The program coordinator, Jennifer McWilliams, is the usual contact for application questions.