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

Mercy St Vincent Medical Center Program

Pediatrics residency program in Toledo, Ohio, sponsored by Mercy St Vincent Medical Center.

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About Mercy St Vincent Medical Center Program

ACGME code
3203800419
Program director
Lysa Aemmer
Location
Toledo, Ohio
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
4
First-year spots
Applicants
976
Latest cycle
IMG residents
91%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Mercy St Vincent Medical Center Program is a community-based university affiliated Pediatrics residency program in Toledo, Ohio, sponsored by Mercy St Vincent Medical Center. It offers 4 first-year positions, lower than the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 976 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 91% 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.

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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
4
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates8%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs8%
  • Non-US IMGs83%

Demographics

  • Women58%
  • Men42%
  • White25%
  • Asian58%
  • Black or African American17%

Contact and location

Program director
Lysa Aemmer
Program coordinator
Melissa Baker
Coordinator phone
(419) 251-1860
Program phone
(419) 251-1859
Sponsoring institution
Mercy St Vincent Medical Center

2222 Cherry St. Suite 2300 Toledo, OH 43608 Open in Google Maps

Mercy St Vincent Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does Mercy St Vincent Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Mercy St Vincent Medical Center 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 Mercy St Vincent Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 91% of residents at Mercy St Vincent Medical Center 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 Mercy St Vincent Medical Center Program offer?

Mercy St Vincent Medical Center Program offers 4 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 2 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Mercy St Vincent 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 Mercy St Vincent Medical Center Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Pediatrics programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 244.

Where is Mercy St Vincent Medical Center Program located?

Mercy St Vincent Medical Center Program is located at 2222 Cherry St. Suite 2300 Toledo, OH 43608. Its sponsoring institution is Mercy St Vincent Medical Center.

Who is the program director of Mercy St Vincent Medical Center Program?

The program director is Lysa Aemmer. The program coordinator, Melissa Baker, is the usual contact for application questions.

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