SurgeryCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center Program

Surgery residency program in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, sponsored by Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center.

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About Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center Program

ACGME code
4404111288
Program director
Karleigh Curfman
Location
Johnstown, Pennsylvania
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
3
First-year spots
Applicants
936
Latest cycle
IMG residents
30%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center Program is a community-based university affiliated Surgery residency program in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, sponsored by Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center. It offers 3 first-year positions, lower than the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 936 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 30% of current residents, compared with a median of 9.1% across Surgery programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 80 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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
3
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates12%
  • US DO graduates59%
  • US IMGs18%
  • Non-US IMGs12%

Demographics

  • Women65%
  • Men35%
  • White76%
  • Asian29%

Contact and location

Program director
Karleigh Curfman
Program coordinator
Lenore Lamberson
Coordinator phone
(814) 534-1660
Sponsoring institution
Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center

Conemaugh Valley Memorial Hospital 1086 Franklin Street GS G54 Johnstown, PA 15905 Open in Google Maps

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

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

Is Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 30% of residents at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Surgery program has 9.1% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center Program offer?

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center Program offers 3 first-year Surgery positions, and 3 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Surgery programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 253.

Where is Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center Program located?

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center Program is located at Conemaugh Valley Memorial Hospital 1086 Franklin Street GS G54 Johnstown, PA 15905. Its sponsoring institution is Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center.

Who is the program director of Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center Program?

The program director is Karleigh Curfman. The program coordinator, Lenore Lamberson, is the usual contact for application questions.

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