Pathology-Anatomic and ClinicalUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

Mass General Brigham Program

Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical residency program in Boston, Massachusetts, sponsored by Mass General Brigham.

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About Mass General Brigham Program

ACGME code
3002400001
Program director
Maria Martinez-Lage Alvarez
Location
Boston, Massachusetts
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
22
First-year spots
Applicants
637
Latest cycle
Interview rate
16.2%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
25%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Mass General Brigham Program is a university Based Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical residency program in Boston, Massachusetts, sponsored by Mass General Brigham. It offers 22 first-year positions, higher than the typical Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 637 applications and invited about 16.2% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical programs, which interview about 11.3% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 25% of current residents, compared with a median of 40% across Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 60 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
22
Interview rate
16.2%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates75%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs6%
  • Non-US IMGs19%

Demographics

  • Women48%
  • Men52%
  • White60%
  • Asian13%
  • Black or African American7%
  • Hispanic or Latino18%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native1%
  • Other1%

Contact and location

Program director
Maria Martinez-Lage Alvarez
Program coordinator
Julie Beckerdite
Coordinator phone
(978) 761-1780
Program phone
(617) 724-3493
Sponsoring institution
Mass General Brigham

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Dept of Pathology 75 Francis Street, Cotran 3 Rm 360H Boston, MA 02115 Open in Google Maps

Mass General Brigham Program: frequently asked questions

Does Mass General Brigham Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Mass General Brigham 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 Mass General Brigham Program IMG-friendly?

About 25% of residents at Mass General Brigham Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical program has 40% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does Mass General Brigham Program offer?

Mass General Brigham Program offers 22 first-year Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical positions, and 22 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Mass General Brigham Program?

Mass General Brigham Program received 637 applications and interviewed about 16.2% of applicants. The typical Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical program interviews about 11.3%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Mass General Brigham Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Mass General Brigham Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 247.

Where is Mass General Brigham Program located?

Mass General Brigham Program is located at Brigham and Women's Hospital, Dept of Pathology 75 Francis Street, Cotran 3 Rm 360H Boston, MA 02115. Its sponsoring institution is Mass General Brigham.

Who is the program director of Mass General Brigham Program?

The program director is Maria Martinez-Lage Alvarez. The program coordinator, Julie Beckerdite, is the usual contact for application questions.