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University of Tennessee College of Medicine Program

Psychiatry residency program in Memphis, Tennessee, sponsored by University of Tennessee College of Medicine.

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About University of Tennessee College of Medicine Program

ACGME code
4004721206
Program director
Khyati Kothari
Location
Memphis, Tennessee
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
641
Latest cycle
Interview rate
10.8%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
5%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Tennessee College of Medicine Program is a university Based Psychiatry residency program in Memphis, Tennessee, sponsored by University of Tennessee College of Medicine. It offers 6 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Psychiatry program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 641 applications and invited about 10.8% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Psychiatry interview rate of 11.4%.

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
  • 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
10.8%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates73%
  • US DO graduates23%
  • US IMGs5%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women50%
  • Men50%
  • White41%
  • Asian36%
  • Black or African American18%
  • Hispanic or Latino9%

Contact and location

Program director
Khyati Kothari
Program coordinator
Bethany Brashier
Coordinator phone
(901) 448-1515
Program phone
(901) 448-4266
Sponsoring institution
University of Tennessee College of Medicine

920 Madison, 2nd Floor Memphis, TN 38163 Open in Google Maps

University of Tennessee College of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Tennessee College of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

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

Is University of Tennessee College of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

About 5% of residents at University of Tennessee College of 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 University of Tennessee College of Medicine Program offer?

University of Tennessee College of Medicine Program offers 6 first-year Psychiatry positions, and 6 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Tennessee College of Medicine Program?

University of Tennessee College of Medicine Program received 641 applications and interviewed about 10.8% of applicants. The typical Psychiatry program interviews about 11.4%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Tennessee College of 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 University of Tennessee College of Medicine 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 University of Tennessee College of Medicine Program located?

University of Tennessee College of Medicine Program is located at 920 Madison, 2nd Floor Memphis, TN 38163. Its sponsoring institution is University of Tennessee College of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Tennessee College of Medicine Program?

The program director is Khyati Kothari. The program coordinator, Bethany Brashier, is the usual contact for application questions.