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Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Program

Psychiatry residency program in Erie, Pennsylvania, sponsored by Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine.

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About Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Program

ACGME code
4004100275
Program director
Meghan McCarthy
Location
Erie, Pennsylvania
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
7
First-year spots
Applicants
424
Latest cycle
IMG residents
5%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Program is a community-based Psychiatry residency program in Erie, Pennsylvania, sponsored by Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. It offers 7 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Psychiatry program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 424 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 5% of current residents, compared with a median of 8% across Psychiatry programs. The program sponsors J-1 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
7
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates0%
  • US DO graduates95%
  • US IMGs5%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women26%
  • Men74%
  • White42%
  • Asian42%
  • Black or African American11%
  • Hispanic or Latino5%

Contact and location

Program director
Meghan McCarthy
Program coordinator
Laurie Mahoney
Coordinator phone
(814) 868-2476
Program phone
(814) 651-1131
Sponsoring institution
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

5515 Peach St Erie, PA 16509 Open in Google Maps

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

About 5% of residents at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Psychiatry program has 8% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Program offer?

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Program offers 7 first-year Psychiatry positions, and 7 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Psychiatry programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 245.

Where is Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Program located?

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Program is located at 5515 Peach St Erie, PA 16509. Its sponsoring institution is Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Who is the program director of Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Program?

The program director is Meghan McCarthy. The program coordinator, Laurie Mahoney, is the usual contact for application questions.