University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program Ophthalmology Residency
Ophthalmology residency program in Iowa City, Iowa, sponsored by University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center.
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- ACGME code
- 2401811056
- Program director
- Pavlina Kemp
- Location
- Iowa City, Iowa
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- IMG residents
- 6%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- H-1B
- For residents
University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program is a university Based Ophthalmology residency program in Iowa City, Iowa, sponsored by University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center.
International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 6% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Ophthalmology programs. The program sponsors H-1B 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
- Year of graduation limit
- US clinical experience required
- Application deadline
- Residents' medical schools and countries
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Applications and interviews
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 3
- Visa sponsorship
- H-1B
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates94%
- US DO graduates0%
- US IMGs6%
- Non-US IMGs0%
Demographics
- Women28%
- Men72%
- White56%
- Black or African American22%
- Hispanic or Latino22%
- Other6%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Pavlina Kemp
- Program coordinator
- Laura Pitlick
- Coordinator phone
- (319) 353-8585
- Program phone
- (319) 356-2921
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Dept of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences 200 Hawkins Drive Iowa City, IA 52242 Open in Google Maps
University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions
Does University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program sponsor visas?
Yes. University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program sponsors H-1B visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.
Is University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?
About 6% of residents at University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Ophthalmology program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors H-1B visas.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center 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 Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.
Where is University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program located?
University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program is located at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Dept of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences 200 Hawkins Drive Iowa City, IA 52242. Its sponsoring institution is University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center.
Who is the program director of University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program?
The program director is Pavlina Kemp. The program coordinator, Laura Pitlick, is the usual contact for application questions.