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University of California Davis Health Program

Orthopaedic Surgery residency program in Sacramento, California, sponsored by University of California Davis Health.

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About University of California Davis Health Program

ACGME code
2600521133
Program director
Gillian Soles
Location
Sacramento, California
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
4
First-year spots
Applicants
360
Latest cycle
Interview rate
15.3%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
4%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of California Davis Health Program is a university Based Orthopaedic Surgery residency program in Sacramento, California, sponsored by University of California Davis Health. It offers 4 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Orthopaedic Surgery program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 360 applications and invited about 15.3% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Orthopaedic Surgery interview rate of 16.2%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 4% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Orthopaedic Surgery programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 70 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research 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
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
4
Interview rate
15.3%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates96%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs4%

Demographics

  • Women37%
  • Men63%
  • White41%
  • Asian30%
  • Black or African American15%
  • Hispanic or Latino26%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native7%

Contact and location

Program director
Gillian Soles
Program coordinator
Margaret MacNitt
Coordinator phone
(916) 734-2807
Program phone
–
Sponsoring institution
University of California Davis Health

Department of Orthopaedic Surgery 4860 Y Street, Suite 3800 Sacramento, CA 95817 Open in Google Maps

University of California Davis Health Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of California Davis Health Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of California Davis Health Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is University of California Davis Health Program IMG-friendly?

About 4% of residents at University of California Davis Health 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 University of California Davis Health Program offer?

University of California Davis Health Program offers 4 first-year Orthopaedic Surgery positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of California Davis Health Program?

University of California Davis Health Program received 360 applications and interviewed about 15.3% of applicants. The typical Orthopaedic Surgery program interviews about 16.2%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of California Davis Health 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 California Davis Health Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Orthopaedic Surgery programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 258.

Where is University of California Davis Health Program located?

University of California Davis Health Program is located at Department of Orthopaedic Surgery 4860 Y Street, Suite 3800 Sacramento, CA 95817. Its sponsoring institution is University of California Davis Health.

Who is the program director of University of California Davis Health Program?

The program director is Gillian Soles. The program coordinator, Margaret MacNitt, is the usual contact for application questions.