UPMC Medical Education Program Radiation Oncology Residency
Radiation Oncology residency program in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, sponsored by UPMC Medical Education.
See how you matchAbout UPMC Medical Education Program
- ACGME code
- 4304121129
- Program director
- John Vargo
- Location
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- Positions
- 2
- First-year spots
- Applicants
- 175
- Latest cycle
- IMG residents
- 50%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1 and H-1B
- For residents
UPMC Medical Education Program is a university Based Radiation Oncology residency program in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, sponsored by UPMC Medical Education. It offers 2 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Radiation Oncology program (2).
In the latest application cycle the program received 175 applications.
International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 50% of current residents, compared with a median of 7% across Radiation Oncology programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.
Residents work about 55 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
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Applications and interviews
- Positions offered
- 2
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 2
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1 and H-1B
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates38%
- US DO graduates13%
- US IMGs0%
- Non-US IMGs50%
Contact and location
- Program director
- John Vargo
- Program coordinator
- Robert Hart
- Coordinator phone
- (412) 648-6182
- Program phone
- (412) 641-4600
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- UPMC Medical Education
University Health Center of Pittsburgh UPMC Shadyside- Radiation Oncology 5230 Centre Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15232 Open in Google Maps
UPMC Medical Education Program: frequently asked questions
Does UPMC Medical Education Program sponsor visas?
Yes. UPMC Medical Education 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 UPMC Medical Education Program IMG-friendly?
About 50% of residents at UPMC Medical Education Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Radiation Oncology program has 7% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.
How many residency positions does UPMC Medical Education Program offer?
UPMC Medical Education Program offers 2 first-year Radiation Oncology positions, and 2 were filled in the latest Match.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for UPMC Medical Education Program?
USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has UPMC Medical Education Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Radiation Oncology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 250.
Where is UPMC Medical Education Program located?
UPMC Medical Education Program is located at University Health Center of Pittsburgh UPMC Shadyside- Radiation Oncology 5230 Centre Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15232. Its sponsoring institution is UPMC Medical Education.
Who is the program director of UPMC Medical Education Program?
The program director is John Vargo. The program coordinator, Robert Hart, is the usual contact for application questions.