Orthopaedic SurgeryUniversity BasedSponsors J-1

University of California (San Diego) Medical Center Program

Orthopaedic Surgery residency program in San Diego, California, sponsored by University of California (San Diego) Medical Center.

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About University of California (San Diego) Medical Center Program

ACGME code
2600521109
Program director
Matthew Meunier
Location
San Diego, California
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
5
First-year spots
Applicants
417
Latest cycle
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of California (San Diego) Medical Center Program is a university Based Orthopaedic Surgery residency program in San Diego, California, sponsored by University of California (San Diego) Medical Center. It offers 5 first-year positions, higher than the typical Orthopaedic Surgery program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 417 applications.

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Orthopaedic Surgery program has 0%. 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
5
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates100%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women19%
  • Men81%
  • White65%
  • Asian38%
  • Black or African American4%
  • Hispanic or Latino4%

Contact and location

Program director
Matthew Meunier
Program coordinator
Shawna Hook-Held
Coordinator phone
(619) 543-2539
Program phone
(619) 543-7247
Sponsoring institution
University of California (San Diego) Medical Center

200 W Arbor Dr., MC 7894 San Diego, CA 92103 Open in Google Maps

University of California (San Diego) Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of California (San Diego) Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of California (San Diego) Medical Center 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 (San Diego) Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

University of California (San Diego) Medical Center Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Orthopaedic Surgery program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does University of California (San Diego) Medical Center Program offer?

University of California (San Diego) Medical Center Program offers 5 first-year Orthopaedic Surgery positions, and 5 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of California (San Diego) 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 California (San Diego) Medical Center Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Orthopaedic Surgery programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 258.

Where is University of California (San Diego) Medical Center Program located?

University of California (San Diego) Medical Center Program is located at 200 W Arbor Dr., MC 7894 San Diego, CA 92103. Its sponsoring institution is University of California (San Diego) Medical Center.

Who is the program director of University of California (San Diego) Medical Center Program?

The program director is Matthew Meunier. The program coordinator, Shawna Hook-Held, is the usual contact for application questions.