Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program Ophthalmology Residency
Ophthalmology residency program in Richmond, Virginia, sponsored by Virginia Commonwealth University Health System.
See how you matchAbout Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program
- ACGME code
- 2405121158
- Program director
- Vikram Brar
- Location
- Richmond, Virginia
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- IMG residents
- 12.5%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
- For residents
Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program is a university Based Ophthalmology residency program in Richmond, Virginia, sponsored by Virginia Commonwealth University Health System.
International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 12.5% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Ophthalmology programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.
Residents work about 55 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
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates88%
- US DO graduates0%
- US IMGs0%
- Non-US IMGs13%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Vikram Brar
- Program coordinator
- Brenda Ayala
- Coordinator phone
- (804) 828-4715
- Program phone
- (804) 828-5208
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- Virginia Commonwealth University Health System
VCU Health System MCV Hospitals 401 N 11th Street, 4th Floor MCVH Box 980438 Richmond, VA 23298-0438 Open in Google Maps
Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program: frequently asked questions
Does Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program sponsor visas?
Yes. Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.
Is Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program IMG-friendly?
About 12.5% of residents at Virginia Commonwealth University Health System 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 Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program?
USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.
Where is Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program located?
Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program is located at VCU Health System MCV Hospitals 401 N 11th Street, 4th Floor MCVH Box 980438 Richmond, VA 23298-0438. Its sponsoring institution is Virginia Commonwealth University Health System.
Who is the program director of Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program?
The program director is Vikram Brar. The program coordinator, Brenda Ayala, is the usual contact for application questions.