Prisma Health/University of South Carolina SOM Columbia (Columbia) Program Ophthalmology Residency
Ophthalmology residency program in Columbia, South Carolina, sponsored by Prisma Health.
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- ACGME code
- 2404521163
- Program director
- Alexander Pogrebniak
- Location
- Columbia, South Carolina
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
- For residents
Prisma Health/University of South Carolina SOM Columbia (Columbia) Program is a community-based university affiliated Ophthalmology residency program in Columbia, South Carolina, sponsored by Prisma Health.
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.
- Step 2 CK minimum score
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Applications and interviews
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 3
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
Contact and location
- Program director
- Alexander Pogrebniak
- Program coordinator
- Alisha Henderson
- Coordinator phone
- (803) 434-7063
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- Prisma Health
Prisma Health Ophthalmology 4 Medical Park Columbia, SC 29203 Open in Google Maps
Prisma Health/University of South Carolina SOM Columbia (Columbia) Program: frequently asked questions
Does Prisma Health/University of South Carolina SOM Columbia (Columbia) Program sponsor visas?
Yes. Prisma Health/University of South Carolina SOM Columbia (Columbia) Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for Prisma Health/University of South Carolina SOM Columbia (Columbia) Program?
USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Prisma Health/University of South Carolina SOM Columbia (Columbia) Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.
Where is Prisma Health/University of South Carolina SOM Columbia (Columbia) Program located?
Prisma Health/University of South Carolina SOM Columbia (Columbia) Program is located at Prisma Health Ophthalmology 4 Medical Park Columbia, SC 29203. Its sponsoring institution is Prisma Health.
Who is the program director of Prisma Health/University of South Carolina SOM Columbia (Columbia) Program?
The program director is Alexander Pogrebniak. The program coordinator, Alisha Henderson, is the usual contact for application questions.