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University of California Davis Health Program

Surgery residency program in Sacramento, California, sponsored by University of California Davis Health.

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About University of California Davis Health Program

ACGME code
4400521031
Program director
Rachel Hight
Location
Sacramento, California
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
7
First-year spots
Applicants
1,061
Latest cycle
Interview rate
9.7%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
1%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of California Davis Health Program is a university Based Surgery residency program in Sacramento, California, sponsored by University of California Davis Health. It offers 7 first-year positions, higher than the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,061 applications and invited about 9.7% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Surgery interview rate of 9.1%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 1% 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. The program offers hospitalist, research and rural tracks.

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
9.7%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates81%
  • US DO graduates18%
  • US IMGs1%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women60%
  • Men40%
  • White52%
  • Asian23%
  • Black or African American15%
  • Hispanic or Latino11%
  • Other8%

Contact and location

Program director
Rachel Hight
Program coordinator
Jennifer Hibbs
Coordinator phone
(916) 734-2816
Program phone
(916) 734-2724
Sponsoring institution
University of California Davis Health

2335 Stockton Blvd NAOB 5th Floor Sacramento, CA 95817 Open in Google Maps

University of California Davis Health Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of California Davis Health Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of California Davis Health Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is University of California Davis Health Program IMG-friendly?

About 1% of residents at University of California Davis Health 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 University of California Davis Health Program offer?

University of California Davis Health Program offers 7 first-year Surgery positions, and 7 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of California Davis Health Program?

University of California Davis Health Program received 1,061 applications and interviewed about 9.7% of applicants. The typical Surgery program interviews about 9.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of California Davis Health 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 California Davis Health 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 California Davis Health Program located?

University of California Davis Health Program is located at 2335 Stockton Blvd NAOB 5th Floor Sacramento, CA 95817. Its sponsoring institution is University of California Davis Health.

Who is the program director of University of California Davis Health Program?

The program director is Rachel Hight. The program coordinator, Jennifer Hibbs, is the usual contact for application questions.

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