Thoracic Surgery - IntegratedUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

Loma Linda University Health Education Consortium Program

Thoracic Surgery - Integrated residency program in Loma Linda, California, sponsored by Loma Linda University Health Education Consortium.

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About Loma Linda University Health Education Consortium Program

ACGME code
4610500001
Program director
David Rabkin
Location
Loma Linda, California
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
2
First-year spots
Applicants
104
Latest cycle
Interview rate
46.2%
Of applicants invited
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Loma Linda University Health Education Consortium Program is a university Based Thoracic Surgery - Integrated residency program in Loma Linda, California, sponsored by Loma Linda University Health Education Consortium. It offers 2 first-year positions, higher than the typical Thoracic Surgery - Integrated program (1).

In the latest application cycle the program received 104 applications and invited about 46.2% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Thoracic Surgery - Integrated programs, which interview about 25.2% of applicants.

The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 70 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
46.2%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Contact and location

Program director
David Rabkin
Program coordinator
Melissa Perez
Coordinator phone
(909) 558-4354
Program phone
–
Sponsoring institution
Loma Linda University Health Education Consortium

11234 Anderson Street Loma Linda, CA 92354 Open in Google Maps

Loma Linda University Health Education Consortium Program: frequently asked questions

Does Loma Linda University Health Education Consortium Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Loma Linda University Health Education Consortium 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.

How many residency positions does Loma Linda University Health Education Consortium Program offer?

Loma Linda University Health Education Consortium Program offers 2 first-year Thoracic Surgery - Integrated positions, and 2 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Loma Linda University Health Education Consortium Program?

Loma Linda University Health Education Consortium Program received 104 applications and interviewed about 46.2% of applicants. The typical Thoracic Surgery - Integrated program interviews about 25.2%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Loma Linda University Health Education Consortium Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Loma Linda University Health Education Consortium 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 Loma Linda University Health Education Consortium Program located?

Loma Linda University Health Education Consortium Program is located at 11234 Anderson Street Loma Linda, CA 92354. Its sponsoring institution is Loma Linda University Health Education Consortium.

Who is the program director of Loma Linda University Health Education Consortium Program?

The program director is David Rabkin. The program coordinator, Melissa Perez, is the usual contact for application questions.