PsychiatryCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

MedStar Health Georgetown University (Baltmore) Program

Psychiatry residency program in Baltimore, Maryland, sponsored by MedStar Health Georgetown University.

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About MedStar Health Georgetown University (Baltmore) Program

ACGME code
4002300001
Program director
Theodora Balis
Location
Baltimore, Maryland
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
4
First-year spots
Applicants
992
Latest cycle
Interview rate
8%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

MedStar Health Georgetown University (Baltmore) Program is a community-based university affiliated Psychiatry residency program in Baltimore, Maryland, sponsored by MedStar Health Georgetown University. It offers 4 first-year positions, lower than the typical Psychiatry program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 992 applications and invited about 8% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Psychiatry programs, which interview about 11.4% of applicants.

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Psychiatry program has 8%. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 50 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
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
4
Interview rate
8%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Contact and location

Program director
Theodora Balis
Program coordinator
Nishka Seth
Coordinator phone
(443) 777-7712
Program phone
(443) 777-7633
Sponsoring institution
MedStar Health Georgetown University

9000 Franklin Square Dr Baltimore, MD 21237 Open in Google Maps

MedStar Health Georgetown University (Baltmore) Program: frequently asked questions

Does MedStar Health Georgetown University (Baltmore) Program sponsor visas?

Yes. MedStar Health Georgetown University (Baltmore) 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 MedStar Health Georgetown University (Baltmore) Program IMG-friendly?

MedStar Health Georgetown University (Baltmore) Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Psychiatry program has 8% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does MedStar Health Georgetown University (Baltmore) Program offer?

MedStar Health Georgetown University (Baltmore) Program offers 4 first-year Psychiatry positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is MedStar Health Georgetown University (Baltmore) Program?

MedStar Health Georgetown University (Baltmore) Program received 992 applications and interviewed about 8% of applicants. The typical Psychiatry program interviews about 11.4%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for MedStar Health Georgetown University (Baltmore) Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has MedStar Health Georgetown University (Baltmore) Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Psychiatry programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 245.

Where is MedStar Health Georgetown University (Baltmore) Program located?

MedStar Health Georgetown University (Baltmore) Program is located at 9000 Franklin Square Dr Baltimore, MD 21237. Its sponsoring institution is MedStar Health Georgetown University.

Who is the program director of MedStar Health Georgetown University (Baltmore) Program?

The program director is Theodora Balis. The program coordinator, Nishka Seth, is the usual contact for application questions.