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Ohio State University Hospital Program

Orthopaedic Surgery residency program in Columbus, Ohio, sponsored by Ohio State University Hospital.

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About Ohio State University Hospital Program

ACGME code
2603821099
Program director
Kanu Goyal
Location
Columbus, Ohio
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
478
Latest cycle
IMG residents
3%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Ohio State University Hospital Program is a university Based Orthopaedic Surgery residency program in Columbus, Ohio, sponsored by Ohio State University Hospital. It offers 6 first-year positions, higher than the typical Orthopaedic Surgery program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 478 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 3% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Orthopaedic Surgery programs. 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.

  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
6
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates97%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs3%

Demographics

  • Women27%
  • Men73%
  • White73%
  • Asian13%
  • Black or African American7%
  • Hispanic or Latino10%
  • Other3%

Contact and location

Program director
Kanu Goyal
Program coordinator
Julia Panzo
Coordinator phone
(614) 293-6194
Sponsoring institution
Ohio State University Hospital

Department of Orthopaedics 241 W. 11th Ave., Suite 6081 Columbus, OH 43210 Open in Google Maps

Ohio State University Hospital Program: frequently asked questions

Does Ohio State University Hospital Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Ohio State University Hospital Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Ohio State University Hospital Program IMG-friendly?

About 3% of residents at Ohio State University Hospital Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Orthopaedic Surgery program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Ohio State University Hospital Program offer?

Ohio State University Hospital Program offers 6 first-year Orthopaedic Surgery positions, and 6 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Ohio State University Hospital Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. Ohio State University Hospital Program does not publish a Step 2 CK minimum, so compare your score with the specialty overall. Across Orthopaedic Surgery programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 258.

Where is Ohio State University Hospital Program located?

Ohio State University Hospital Program is located at Department of Orthopaedics 241 W. 11th Ave., Suite 6081 Columbus, OH 43210. Its sponsoring institution is Ohio State University Hospital.

Who is the program director of Ohio State University Hospital Program?

The program director is Kanu Goyal. The program coordinator, Julia Panzo, is the usual contact for application questions.