SurgeryUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine Program

Surgery residency program in Omaha, Nebraska, sponsored by University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine.

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About University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine Program

ACGME code
4403021176
Program director
Tiffany Tanner
Location
Omaha, Nebraska
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
710
Latest cycle
IMG residents
6%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine Program is a university Based Surgery residency program in Omaha, Nebraska, sponsored by University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine. It offers 6 first-year positions, higher than the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 710 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 6% 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 80 hours a week in their first year. The program offers 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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
6
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates89%
  • US DO graduates6%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs6%

Demographics

  • Women51%
  • Men49%
  • White60%
  • Asian34%
  • Black or African American3%
  • Other3%

Contact and location

Program director
Tiffany Tanner
Program coordinator
Toni Laux
Coordinator phone
(402) 559-5510
Sponsoring institution
University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine

983280 Nebraska Medical Center Omaha, NE 68198-3280 Open in Google Maps

University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Nebraska Medical Center 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 Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

About 6% of residents at University of Nebraska Medical Center 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 Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine Program offer?

University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine Program offers 6 first-year Surgery positions, and 6 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Nebraska Medical Center 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 Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Surgery programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 253.

Where is University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine Program located?

University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine Program is located at 983280 Nebraska Medical Center Omaha, NE 68198-3280. Its sponsoring institution is University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine Program?

The program director is Tiffany Tanner. The program coordinator, Toni Laux, is the usual contact for application questions.

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