Physical Medicine and RehabilitationCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency program in Cleveland, Ohio, sponsored by The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University.

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About The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program

ACGME code
3403831053
Program director
Juliet Zakel
Location
Cleveland, Ohio
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
445
Latest cycle
Interview rate
18.2%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program is a community-based university affiliated Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency program in Cleveland, Ohio, sponsored by The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University. It offers 6 first-year positions, higher than the typical Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 445 applications and invited about 18.2% 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 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
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • 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
18.2%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates86%
  • US DO graduates14%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women18%
  • Men82%
  • White68%
  • Asian23%
  • Black or African American5%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native5%

Contact and location

Program director
Juliet Zakel
Program coordinator
Melanie Moreno Colon
Coordinator phone
(216) 957-3056
Program phone
(216) 957-3551
Sponsoring institution
The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University

4229 Pearl Road Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Cleveland, OH 44109-1998 Open in Google Maps

The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program: frequently asked questions

Does The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program sponsor visas?

Yes. The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University 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 The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program IMG-friendly?

The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program offer?

The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program offers 6 first-year Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation positions, and 6 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program?

The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program received 445 applications and interviewed about 18.2% of applicants. The typical Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation program interviews about 16.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University 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 The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program located?

The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program is located at 4229 Pearl Road Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Cleveland, OH 44109-1998. Its sponsoring institution is The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University.

Who is the program director of The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program?

The program director is Juliet Zakel. The program coordinator, Melanie Moreno Colon, is the usual contact for application questions.