PediatricsCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program

Pediatrics residency program in Cleveland, Ohio, sponsored by Cleveland Clinic Foundation.

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About Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program

ACGME code
3203831189
Program director
Katie Pestak
Location
Cleveland, Ohio
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
11
First-year spots
Applicants
1,299
Latest cycle
IMG residents
29%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program is a community-based university affiliated Pediatrics residency program in Cleveland, Ohio, sponsored by Cleveland Clinic Foundation. It offers 11 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,299 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 29% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Pediatrics programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 60 hours a week in their first year. The program offers hospitalist and primary care tracks.

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
11
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates18%
  • US DO graduates53%
  • US IMGs11%
  • Non-US IMGs18%

Demographics

  • Women87%
  • Men13%
  • White49%
  • Asian24%
  • Black or African American4%
  • Hispanic or Latino2%
  • Other7%

Contact and location

Program director
Katie Pestak
Program coordinator
Ann Marie Kozlowski
Coordinator phone
(216) 444-5510
Program phone
(216) 444-4998
Sponsoring institution
Cleveland Clinic Foundation

8950 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, OH 44106 Open in Google Maps

Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program: frequently asked questions

Does Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Cleveland Clinic Foundation 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 Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program IMG-friendly?

About 29% of residents at Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Pediatrics program has 20% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program offer?

Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program offers 11 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 11 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Pediatrics programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 244.

Where is Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program located?

Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program is located at 8950 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, OH 44106. Its sponsoring institution is Cleveland Clinic Foundation.

Who is the program director of Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program?

The program director is Katie Pestak. The program coordinator, Ann Marie Kozlowski, is the usual contact for application questions.

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