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The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program

Surgery residency program in Cleveland, Ohio, sponsored by The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University.

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About The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program

ACGME code
4403800001
Program director
Esther Tseng
Location
Cleveland, Ohio
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
4
First-year spots
Applicants
1,114
Latest cycle
Interview rate
8.9%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
16%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program is a university Based Surgery residency program in Cleveland, Ohio, sponsored by The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University. It offers 4 first-year positions, lower than the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,114 applications and invited about 8.9% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Surgery interview rate of 9.1%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 16% 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 66 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
8.9%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates85%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs4%
  • Non-US IMGs12%

Demographics

  • Women50%
  • Men50%
  • White50%
  • Asian27%
  • Black or African American8%
  • Hispanic or Latino23%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native4%
  • Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander4%
  • Other4%

Contact and location

Program director
Esther Tseng
Program coordinator
Amanda Royan
Coordinator phone
(216) 778-3468
Program phone
(216) 778-4979
Sponsoring institution
The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University

2500 MetroHealth Dr Cleveland, OH 44109 Open in Google Maps

The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program: frequently asked questions

Does The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program sponsor visas?

Yes. The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University 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 The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program IMG-friendly?

About 16% of residents at The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University 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 The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program offer?

The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program offers 4 first-year Surgery positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program?

The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program received 1,114 applications and interviewed about 8.9% of applicants. The typical Surgery program interviews about 9.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University 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 The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program located?

The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program is located at 2500 MetroHealth Dr Cleveland, OH 44109. Its sponsoring institution is The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University.

Who is the program director of The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program?

The program director is Esther Tseng. The program coordinator, Amanda Royan, is the usual contact for application questions.

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