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University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Bowling Green) Program

Surgery residency program in Bowling Green, Kentucky, sponsored by University of Kentucky College of Medicine.

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About University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Bowling Green) Program

ACGME code
4402000114
Program director
Shane O'Keeffe
Location
Bowling Green, Kentucky
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
2
First-year spots
Applicants
640
Latest cycle
Interview rate
6.9%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
20%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Bowling Green) Program is a community-based Surgery residency program in Bowling Green, Kentucky, sponsored by University of Kentucky College of Medicine. It offers 2 first-year positions, lower than the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 640 applications and invited about 6.9% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Surgery programs, which interview about 9.1% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 20% of current residents, compared with a median of 9.1% across Surgery programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 75 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
2
Interview rate
6.9%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates50%
  • US DO graduates30%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs20%

Demographics

  • Women50%
  • Men50%
  • White70%
  • Asian10%
  • Hispanic or Latino20%

Contact and location

Program director
Shane O'Keeffe
Program coordinator
Emily Jewell
Coordinator phone
(270) 745-1394
Program phone
(270) 796-3330
Sponsoring institution
University of Kentucky College of Medicine

The Medical Center at Bowling Green 250 Park Street Bowling Green Bowling Green, KY 42101 Open in Google Maps

University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Bowling Green) Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Bowling Green) Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Bowling Green) 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 Kentucky College of Medicine (Bowling Green) Program IMG-friendly?

About 20% of residents at University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Bowling Green) 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 Kentucky College of Medicine (Bowling Green) Program offer?

University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Bowling Green) Program offers 2 first-year Surgery positions, and 2 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Bowling Green) Program?

University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Bowling Green) Program received 640 applications and interviewed about 6.9% of applicants. The typical Surgery program interviews about 9.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Bowling Green) 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 Kentucky College of Medicine (Bowling Green) 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 Kentucky College of Medicine (Bowling Green) Program located?

University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Bowling Green) Program is located at The Medical Center at Bowling Green 250 Park Street Bowling Green Bowling Green, KY 42101. Its sponsoring institution is University of Kentucky College of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Kentucky College of Medicine (Bowling Green) Program?

The program director is Shane O'Keeffe. The program coordinator, Emily Jewell, is the usual contact for application questions.

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