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

Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program

Surgery residency program in Akron, Ohio, sponsored by Cleveland Clinic Foundation.

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About Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program

ACGME code
4403811252
Program director
William Papouras
Location
Akron, Ohio
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
4
First-year spots
Applicants
891
Latest cycle
Interview rate
10.1%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
5%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program is a community-based university affiliated Surgery residency program in Akron, Ohio, sponsored by Cleveland Clinic Foundation. It offers 4 first-year positions, lower than the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 891 applications and invited about 10.1% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Surgery interview rate of 9.1%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 5% of current residents, compared with a median of 9.1% across Surgery programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 63 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
4
Interview rate
10.1%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates38%
  • US DO graduates57%
  • US IMGs5%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women57%
  • Men43%
  • White71%
  • Asian10%
  • Black or African American5%
  • Hispanic or Latino10%
  • Other5%

Contact and location

Program director
William Papouras
Program coordinator
Kimberly Martter
Coordinator phone
(330) 344-6741
Program phone
(330) 344-7200
Sponsoring institution
Cleveland Clinic Foundation

Akron General Medical Center 1 Akron General Ave Akron, OH 44307 Open in Google Maps

Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program: frequently asked questions

Does Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General 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 Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program IMG-friendly?

About 5% of residents at Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Surgery program has 9.1% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program offer?

Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program offers 4 first-year Surgery positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program?

Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program received 891 applications and interviewed about 10.1% of applicants. The typical Surgery program interviews about 9.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Surgery programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 253.

Where is Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program located?

Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program is located at Akron General Medical Center 1 Akron General Ave Akron, OH 44307. Its sponsoring institution is Cleveland Clinic Foundation.

Who is the program director of Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program?

The program director is William Papouras. The program coordinator, Kimberly Martter, is the usual contact for application questions.

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