Orthopaedic SurgeryUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

University of Washington Program

Orthopaedic Surgery residency program in Seattle, Washington, sponsored by University of Washington School of Medicine.

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About University of Washington Program

ACGME code
2605421036
Program director
Stephen Kennedy
Location
Seattle, Washington
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
8
First-year spots
Applicants
315
Latest cycle
Interview rate
23.2%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

University of Washington Program is a university Based Orthopaedic Surgery residency program in Seattle, Washington, sponsored by University of Washington School of Medicine. It offers 8 first-year positions, higher than the typical Orthopaedic Surgery program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 315 applications and invited about 23.2% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Orthopaedic Surgery programs, which interview about 16.2% of applicants.

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 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 66 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
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
8
Interview rate
23.2%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

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

Demographics

  • Women31%
  • Men69%
  • White62%
  • Asian33%
  • Black or African American8%
  • Hispanic or Latino10%
  • Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander3%

Contact and location

Program director
Stephen Kennedy
Program coordinator
Angela Weiss
Coordinator phone
(206) 744-4930
Program phone
(206) 744-3466
Sponsoring institution
University of Washington School of Medicine

Box 359798-Dept. of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine C/O Harborview Medical Center, 325 Ninth Avenue Seattle, WA 98104 Open in Google Maps

University of Washington Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Washington Program sponsor visas?

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

Is University of Washington Program IMG-friendly?

University of Washington 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 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does University of Washington Program offer?

University of Washington Program offers 8 first-year Orthopaedic Surgery positions, and 8 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Washington Program?

University of Washington Program received 315 applications and interviewed about 23.2% of applicants. The typical Orthopaedic Surgery program interviews about 16.2%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington Program located?

University of Washington Program is located at Box 359798-Dept. of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine C/O Harborview Medical Center, 325 Ninth Avenue Seattle, WA 98104. Its sponsoring institution is University of Washington School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Washington Program?

The program director is Stephen Kennedy. The program coordinator, Angela Weiss, is the usual contact for application questions.