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Rush University Medical Center Program

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency program in Chicago, Illinois, sponsored by Rush University Medical Center.

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About Rush University Medical Center Program

ACGME code
3401621082
Program director
Ravi Kasi
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
612
Latest cycle
Interview rate
11.8%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
23%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Rush University Medical Center Program is a university Based Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency program in Chicago, Illinois, sponsored by Rush University Medical Center. It offers 6 first-year positions, higher than the typical Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 612 applications and invited about 11.8% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation programs, which interview about 16.6% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 23% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 46 hours a week in their first year. The program offers hospitalist, research and women's health 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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
6
Interview rate
11.8%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates44%
  • US DO graduates33%
  • US IMGs6%
  • Non-US IMGs17%

Demographics

  • Women39%
  • Men61%
  • White33%
  • Asian39%
  • Black or African American11%
  • Hispanic or Latino11%
  • Other6%

Contact and location

Program director
Ravi Kasi
Program coordinator
Pamela Hurtado
Coordinator phone
(312) 563-7397
Program phone
(312) 942-8905
Sponsoring institution
Rush University Medical Center

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 1725 W. Harrison St. Suite 129 Chicago, IL 60612 Open in Google Maps

Rush University Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does Rush University Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Rush University Medical Center Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Rush University Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 23% of residents at Rush University Medical Center Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Rush University Medical Center Program offer?

Rush University Medical Center Program offers 6 first-year Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation positions, and 6 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Rush University Medical Center Program?

Rush University Medical Center Program received 612 applications and interviewed about 11.8% of applicants. The typical Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation program interviews about 16.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Rush University 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 Rush University Medical Center 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 Rush University Medical Center Program located?

Rush University Medical Center Program is located at Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 1725 W. Harrison St. Suite 129 Chicago, IL 60612. Its sponsoring institution is Rush University Medical Center.

Who is the program director of Rush University Medical Center Program?

The program director is Ravi Kasi. The program coordinator, Pamela Hurtado, is the usual contact for application questions.