Thoracic Surgery - IntegratedUniversity BasedSponsors J-1

Emory University School of Medicine Program

Thoracic Surgery - Integrated residency program in Atlanta, Georgia, sponsored by Emory University School of Medicine.

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About Emory University School of Medicine Program

ACGME code
4611246103
Program director
Woodrow Farrington
Location
Atlanta, Georgia
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
2
First-year spots
Applicants
126
Latest cycle
Interview rate
12.7%
Of applicants invited
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Emory University School of Medicine Program is a university Based Thoracic Surgery - Integrated residency program in Atlanta, Georgia, sponsored by Emory University School of Medicine. It offers 2 first-year positions, higher than the typical Thoracic Surgery - Integrated program (1).

In the latest application cycle the program received 126 applications and invited about 12.7% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Thoracic Surgery - Integrated programs, which interview about 25.2% of applicants.

The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 74 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 scores of interviewed applicants
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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
2
Interview rate
12.7%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Contact and location

Program director
Woodrow Farrington
Program coordinator
Tiffony Medina
Coordinator phone
(404) 727-1994
Program phone
–
Sponsoring institution
Emory University School of Medicine

Emory Cardiothoracic Surgery 1365 Clifton Rd NE AT403 Atlanta, GA 30322 Open in Google Maps

Emory University School of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does Emory University School of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Emory University School of Medicine Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

How many residency positions does Emory University School of Medicine Program offer?

Emory University School of Medicine Program offers 2 first-year Thoracic Surgery - Integrated positions, and 2 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Emory University School of Medicine Program?

Emory University School of Medicine Program received 126 applications and interviewed about 12.7% of applicants. The typical Thoracic Surgery - Integrated program interviews about 25.2%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Emory University School 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 Emory University School of Medicine Program's Step 2 CK score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Thoracic Surgery - Integrated programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 259.

Where is Emory University School of Medicine Program located?

Emory University School of Medicine Program is located at Emory Cardiothoracic Surgery 1365 Clifton Rd NE AT403 Atlanta, GA 30322. Its sponsoring institution is Emory University School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of Emory University School of Medicine Program?

The program director is Woodrow Farrington. The program coordinator, Tiffony Medina, is the usual contact for application questions.