University of Louisville School of Medicine Program Ophthalmology Residency
Ophthalmology residency program in Louisville, Kentucky, sponsored by University of Louisville School of Medicine.
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- ACGME code
- 2402021059
- Program director
- Christopher Compton
- Location
- Louisville, Kentucky
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- IMG residents
- 18%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- None
- For residents
University of Louisville School of Medicine Program is a university Based Ophthalmology residency program in Louisville, Kentucky, sponsored by University of Louisville School of Medicine.
International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 18% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Ophthalmology programs. The program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas.
Residents work about 50 hours a week in their first year. The program offers primary care track.
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
- Residents' medical schools and countries
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Applications and interviews
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 3
- Visa sponsorship
- None
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates73%
- US DO graduates9%
- US IMGs9%
- Non-US IMGs9%
Demographics
- Women55%
- Men45%
- White91%
- Asian9%
- Hispanic or Latino9%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Christopher Compton
- Program coordinator
- Erin Moody
- Coordinator phone
- (502) 852-0710
- Program phone
- (251) 979-7293
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- University of Louisville School of Medicine
301 E Muhammad Ali Blvd Kentucky Lions Eye Center Louisville, KY 40202 Open in Google Maps
University of Louisville School of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions
Does University of Louisville School of Medicine Program sponsor visas?
University of Louisville School of Medicine Program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas. International applicants who need a visa should confirm with the program before applying.
Is University of Louisville School of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?
About 18% of residents at University of Louisville School of Medicine Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Ophthalmology program has 0% IMG residents.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Louisville School of Medicine 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 Louisville School of Medicine Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.
Where is University of Louisville School of Medicine Program located?
University of Louisville School of Medicine Program is located at 301 E Muhammad Ali Blvd Kentucky Lions Eye Center Louisville, KY 40202. Its sponsoring institution is University of Louisville School of Medicine.
Who is the program director of University of Louisville School of Medicine Program?
The program director is Christopher Compton. The program coordinator, Erin Moody, is the usual contact for application questions.