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University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program

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

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About University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program

ACGME code
4402021112
Program director
Cortney Lee
Location
Lexington, Kentucky
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
8
First-year spots
Applicants
937
Latest cycle
Interview rate
12.4%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
2%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

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

In the latest application cycle the program received 937 applications and invited about 12.4% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Surgery programs, which interview about 9.1% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 2% 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 68 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research track.

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
8
Interview rate
12.4%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates87%
  • US DO graduates12%
  • US IMGs2%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women57%
  • Men43%
  • White73%
  • Asian20%
  • Black or African American3%
  • Hispanic or Latino3%
  • Other2%

Contact and location

Program director
Cortney Lee
Program coordinator
Carla Gibbs
Coordinator phone
(859) 218-0982
Program phone
(859) 699-1860
Sponsoring institution
University of Kentucky College of Medicine

General Surgery 800 Rose Street, C223 Lexington, KY 40536 Open in Google Maps

University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Kentucky College of Medicine 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 Kentucky College of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

About 2% of residents at University of Kentucky College of Medicine 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 Kentucky College of Medicine Program offer?

University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program offers 8 first-year Surgery positions, and 8 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program?

University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program received 937 applications and interviewed about 12.4% 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 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 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 Program located?

University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program is located at General Surgery 800 Rose Street, C223 Lexington, KY 40536. Its sponsoring institution is University of Kentucky College of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program?

The program director is Cortney Lee. The program coordinator, Carla Gibbs, is the usual contact for application questions.

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