Physical Medicine and RehabilitationCommunity-based university affiliated

HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine/Trident Program

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency program in North Charleston, South Carolina, sponsored by HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine.

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About HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine/Trident Program

ACGME code
3404500001
Program director
Douglas McGill
Location
North Charleston, South Carolina
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
3
First-year spots
Applicants
396
Latest cycle
Interview rate
16.9%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine/Trident Program is a community-based university affiliated Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency program in North Charleston, South Carolina, sponsored by HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine. It offers 3 first-year positions, lower than the typical Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 396 applications and invited about 16.9% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation interview rate of 16.6%.

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation program has 0%. The program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas.

Residents work about 55 hours a week in their first year. The program offers primary care track.

Requirements and screening

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  • Step 2 CK minimum score
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • Application deadline
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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
3
Interview rate
16.9%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
None

Contact and location

Program director
Douglas McGill
Program coordinator
Daniel Byrd
Coordinator phone
(951) 217-2635
Program phone
(843) 568-1001
Sponsoring institution
HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine

9330 Medical Plaza Dr North Charleston, SC 29406 Open in Google Maps

HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine/Trident Program: frequently asked questions

Does HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine/Trident Program sponsor visas?

HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine/Trident Program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas. International applicants who need a visa should confirm with the program before applying.

Is HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine/Trident Program IMG-friendly?

HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine/Trident Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation program has 0% IMG residents.

How many residency positions does HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine/Trident Program offer?

HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine/Trident Program offers 3 first-year Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation positions, and 3 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine/Trident Program?

HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine/Trident Program received 396 applications and interviewed about 16.9% of applicants. The typical Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation program interviews about 16.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine/Trident Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine/Trident Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 250.

Where is HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine/Trident Program located?

HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine/Trident Program is located at 9330 Medical Plaza Dr North Charleston, SC 29406. Its sponsoring institution is HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine/Trident Program?

The program director is Douglas McGill. The program coordinator, Daniel Byrd, is the usual contact for application questions.