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

East Tennessee State University/Quillen College of Medicine Program

Surgery residency program in Johnson City, Tennessee, sponsored by East Tennessee State University/Quillen College of Medicine.

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About East Tennessee State University/Quillen College of Medicine Program

ACGME code
4404721377
Program director
Christy Lawson
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
5
First-year spots
Applicants
829
Latest cycle
Interview rate
11.8%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
9%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

East Tennessee State University/Quillen College of Medicine Program is a community-based university affiliated Surgery residency program in Johnson City, Tennessee, sponsored by East Tennessee State University/Quillen College of Medicine. It offers 5 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 829 applications and invited about 11.8% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Surgery programs, which interview about 9.1% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 9% 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 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
  • 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
5
Interview rate
11.8%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates65%
  • US DO graduates26%
  • US IMGs3%
  • Non-US IMGs6%

Demographics

  • Women38%
  • Men62%
  • White76%
  • Asian9%
  • Black or African American9%
  • Hispanic or Latino3%

Contact and location

Program director
Christy Lawson
Program coordinator
Ronald Carter
Coordinator phone
(423) 439-6267
Program phone
(423) 439-6337
Sponsoring institution
East Tennessee State University/Quillen College of Medicine

Department of Surgery Box 70575 Johnson City, TN 37614 Open in Google Maps

East Tennessee State University/Quillen College of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does East Tennessee State University/Quillen College of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

Yes. East Tennessee State University/Quillen College of Medicine 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 East Tennessee State University/Quillen College of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

About 9% of residents at East Tennessee State University/Quillen College of Medicine 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 East Tennessee State University/Quillen College of Medicine Program offer?

East Tennessee State University/Quillen College of Medicine Program offers 5 first-year Surgery positions, and 5 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is East Tennessee State University/Quillen College of Medicine Program?

East Tennessee State University/Quillen College of Medicine Program received 829 applications and interviewed about 11.8% of applicants. The typical Surgery program interviews about 9.1%.

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

East Tennessee State University/Quillen College of Medicine Program is located at Department of Surgery Box 70575 Johnson City, TN 37614. Its sponsoring institution is East Tennessee State University/Quillen College of Medicine.

Who is the program director of East Tennessee State University/Quillen College of Medicine Program?

The program director is Christy Lawson. The program coordinator, Ronald Carter, is the usual contact for application questions.

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