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Medical College of Georgia Program

Psychiatry residency program in Augusta, Georgia, sponsored by Medical College of Georgia.

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About Medical College of Georgia Program

ACGME code
4001221054
Program director
Richard Camino-Gaztambide
Location
Augusta, Georgia
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
8
First-year spots
Applicants
884
Latest cycle
IMG residents
23%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Medical College of Georgia Program is a university Based Psychiatry residency program in Augusta, Georgia, sponsored by Medical College of Georgia. It offers 8 first-year positions, higher than the typical Psychiatry program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 884 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 23% of current residents, compared with a median of 8% across Psychiatry programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 50 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research track.

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
8
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates73%
  • US DO graduates3%
  • US IMGs10%
  • Non-US IMGs13%

Demographics

  • Women50%
  • Men50%
  • White57%
  • Asian20%
  • Black or African American3%
  • Hispanic or Latino13%
  • Other3%

Contact and location

Program director
Richard Camino-Gaztambide
Program coordinator
Carol Gibson
Coordinator phone
(762) 375-6715
Program phone
(706) 721-6713
Sponsoring institution
Medical College of Georgia

997 St. Sebastian Way Augusta, GA 30912 Open in Google Maps

Medical College of Georgia Program: frequently asked questions

Does Medical College of Georgia Program sponsor visas?

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

Is Medical College of Georgia Program IMG-friendly?

About 23% of residents at Medical College of Georgia 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 Medical College of Georgia Program offer?

Medical College of Georgia Program offers 8 first-year Psychiatry positions, and 8 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Medical College of Georgia Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Medical College of Georgia 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 Medical College of Georgia Program located?

Medical College of Georgia Program is located at 997 St. Sebastian Way Augusta, GA 30912. Its sponsoring institution is Medical College of Georgia.

Who is the program director of Medical College of Georgia Program?

The program director is Richard Camino-Gaztambide. The program coordinator, Carol Gibson, is the usual contact for application questions.