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Ohio State University Hospital Program

Surgery residency program in Columbus, Ohio, sponsored by Ohio State University Hospital.

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About Ohio State University Hospital Program

ACGME code
4403821264
Program director
Kelly Haisley
Location
Columbus, Ohio
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
7
First-year spots
Applicants
1,425
Latest cycle
Interview rate
9.8%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
4%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Ohio State University Hospital Program is a university Based Surgery residency program in Columbus, Ohio, sponsored by Ohio State University Hospital. It offers 7 first-year positions, higher than the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,425 applications and invited about 9.8% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Surgery interview rate of 9.1%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 4% of current residents, compared with a median of 9.1% across Surgery programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 65 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
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
7
Interview rate
9.8%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates96%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs2%
  • Non-US IMGs2%

Demographics

  • Women52%
  • Men46%
  • White48%
  • Asian29%
  • Black or African American23%
  • Hispanic or Latino2%

Contact and location

Program director
Kelly Haisley
Program coordinator
Brittany Williams
Coordinator phone
(614) 293-8704
Program phone
(208) 721-1253
Sponsoring institution
Ohio State University Hospital

395 W. 12th Ave., Room 662 Columbus, OH 43210 Open in Google Maps

Ohio State University Hospital Program: frequently asked questions

Does Ohio State University Hospital Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Ohio State University Hospital Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Ohio State University Hospital Program IMG-friendly?

About 4% of residents at Ohio State University Hospital 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 visas.

How many residency positions does Ohio State University Hospital Program offer?

Ohio State University Hospital Program offers 7 first-year Surgery positions, and 7 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Ohio State University Hospital Program?

Ohio State University Hospital Program received 1,425 applications and interviewed about 9.8% of applicants. The typical Surgery program interviews about 9.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Ohio State University Hospital Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Ohio State University Hospital 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 Ohio State University Hospital Program located?

Ohio State University Hospital Program is located at 395 W. 12th Ave., Room 662 Columbus, OH 43210. Its sponsoring institution is Ohio State University Hospital.

Who is the program director of Ohio State University Hospital Program?

The program director is Kelly Haisley. The program coordinator, Brittany Williams, is the usual contact for application questions.

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