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UPMC Medical Education (Farrell) Program

Surgery residency program in Farrell, Pennsylvania, sponsored by UPMC Medical Education.

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About UPMC Medical Education (Farrell) Program

ACGME code
4404100402
Program director
Jon Henwood
Location
Farrell, Pennsylvania
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
2
First-year spots
Applicants
928
Latest cycle
IMG residents
36%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

UPMC Medical Education (Farrell) Program is a community-based university affiliated Surgery residency program in Farrell, Pennsylvania, sponsored by UPMC Medical Education. It offers 2 first-year positions, lower than the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 928 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 36% 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.

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
2
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates0%
  • US DO graduates64%
  • US IMGs18%
  • Non-US IMGs18%

Demographics

  • Women64%
  • Men36%
  • White91%
  • Other9%

Contact and location

Program director
Jon Henwood
Program coordinator
Patricia Sherman
Coordinator phone
(724) 983-7511
Sponsoring institution
UPMC Medical Education

UPMC Horizon 2200 Memorial Drive Farrell, PA 16121 Open in Google Maps

UPMC Medical Education (Farrell) Program: frequently asked questions

Does UPMC Medical Education (Farrell) Program sponsor visas?

Yes. UPMC Medical Education (Farrell) Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is UPMC Medical Education (Farrell) Program IMG-friendly?

About 36% of residents at UPMC Medical Education (Farrell) Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Surgery program has 9.1% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does UPMC Medical Education (Farrell) Program offer?

UPMC Medical Education (Farrell) Program offers 2 first-year Surgery positions, and 2 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for UPMC Medical Education (Farrell) Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has UPMC Medical Education (Farrell) 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 UPMC Medical Education (Farrell) Program located?

UPMC Medical Education (Farrell) Program is located at UPMC Horizon 2200 Memorial Drive Farrell, PA 16121. Its sponsoring institution is UPMC Medical Education.

Who is the program director of UPMC Medical Education (Farrell) Program?

The program director is Jon Henwood. The program coordinator, Patricia Sherman, is the usual contact for application questions.

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