SurgeryUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program

Surgery residency program in Birmingham, Alabama, sponsored by University of Alabama Hospital.

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About University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program

ACGME code
4400121022
Program director
Britney Corey
Location
Birmingham, Alabama
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
8
First-year spots
Applicants
1,037
Latest cycle
Interview rate
8.4%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
10%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program is a university Based Surgery residency program in Birmingham, Alabama, sponsored by University of Alabama Hospital. It offers 8 first-year positions, higher than the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,037 applications and invited about 8.4% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Surgery interview rate of 9.1%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 10% 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 70 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
8
Interview rate
8.4%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates88%
  • US DO graduates2%
  • US IMGs2%
  • Non-US IMGs8%

Demographics

  • Women76%
  • Men24%
  • White70%
  • Asian22%
  • Black or African American8%
  • Hispanic or Latino4%
  • Other2%

Contact and location

Program director
Britney Corey
Program coordinator
Olivia Ricks
Coordinator phone
(205) 934-9600
Program phone
(903) 631-6656
Sponsoring institution
University of Alabama Hospital

1808 7th Ave South Boshell Diabetes Building, Room 202 Birmingham, AL 35233 Open in Google Maps

University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) 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 University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program IMG-friendly?

About 10% of residents at University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) 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 University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program offer?

University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program offers 8 first-year Surgery positions, and 8 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program?

University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program received 1,037 applications and interviewed about 8.4% of applicants. The typical Surgery program interviews about 9.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program?

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

University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program is located at 1808 7th Ave South Boshell Diabetes Building, Room 202 Birmingham, AL 35233. Its sponsoring institution is University of Alabama Hospital.

Who is the program director of University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program?

The program director is Britney Corey. The program coordinator, Olivia Ricks, is the usual contact for application questions.

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