Pathology-Anatomic and ClinicalCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Summa Health System/NEOMED Program

Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical residency program in Akron, Ohio, sponsored by Summa Health System.

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About Summa Health System/NEOMED Program

ACGME code
3003811272
Program director
Steven Thompson
Location
Akron, Ohio
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
2
First-year spots
Applicants
410
Latest cycle
Interview rate
9.8%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
50%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Summa Health System/NEOMED Program is a community-based university affiliated Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical residency program in Akron, Ohio, sponsored by Summa Health System. It offers 2 first-year positions, lower than the typical Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 410 applications and invited about 9.8% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical interview rate of 11.3%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 50% of current residents, compared with a median of 40% across Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 45 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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
2
Interview rate
9.8%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates25%
  • US DO graduates25%
  • US IMGs50%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Contact and location

Program director
Steven Thompson
Program coordinator
Marianne Wiest
Coordinator phone
(330) 375-6655
Program phone
(330) 375-3678
Sponsoring institution
Summa Health System

525 East Market Street Akron, OH 44304 Open in Google Maps

Summa Health System/NEOMED Program: frequently asked questions

Does Summa Health System/NEOMED Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Summa Health System/NEOMED Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Summa Health System/NEOMED Program IMG-friendly?

About 50% of residents at Summa Health System/NEOMED 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 visas.

How many residency positions does Summa Health System/NEOMED Program offer?

Summa Health System/NEOMED Program offers 2 first-year Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical positions, and 2 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Summa Health System/NEOMED Program?

Summa Health System/NEOMED Program received 410 applications and interviewed about 9.8% of applicants. The typical Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical program interviews about 11.3%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Summa Health System/NEOMED Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Summa Health System/NEOMED 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 Summa Health System/NEOMED Program located?

Summa Health System/NEOMED Program is located at 525 East Market Street Akron, OH 44304. Its sponsoring institution is Summa Health System.

Who is the program director of Summa Health System/NEOMED Program?

The program director is Steven Thompson. The program coordinator, Marianne Wiest, is the usual contact for application questions.