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University of Virginia Medical Center Program

Surgery residency program in Charlottesville, Virginia, sponsored by University of Virginia Medical Center.

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About University of Virginia Medical Center Program

ACGME code
4405121342
Program director
Charles Friel
Location
Charlottesville, Virginia
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
1,339
Latest cycle
IMG residents
6%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

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

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,339 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 visas.

Residents work about 80 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
6
Letters of recommendation
At least 4
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates93%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs2%
  • Non-US IMGs4%

Demographics

  • Women62%
  • Men38%
  • White60%
  • Asian20%
  • Black or African American20%
  • Hispanic or Latino4%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native2%
  • Other4%

Contact and location

Program director
Charles Friel
Program coordinator
Kristen Dudley
Coordinator phone
(434) 924-9307
Program phone
(434) 243-9970
Sponsoring institution
University of Virginia Medical Center

PO Box 800681 2nd Floor Link, Rm 2004 Charlottesville, VA 22908 Open in Google Maps

University of Virginia Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Virginia Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Virginia Medical Center 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 Virginia Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 6% of residents at University of Virginia Medical Center 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 Virginia Medical Center Program offer?

University of Virginia Medical Center 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 Virginia Medical Center 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 Virginia Medical Center 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 Virginia Medical Center Program located?

University of Virginia Medical Center Program is located at PO Box 800681 2nd Floor Link, Rm 2004 Charlottesville, VA 22908. Its sponsoring institution is University of Virginia Medical Center.

Who is the program director of University of Virginia Medical Center Program?

The program director is Charles Friel. The program coordinator, Kristen Dudley, is the usual contact for application questions.

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