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

University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program

Thoracic Surgery - Integrated residency program in Iowa City, Iowa, sponsored by University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center.

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About University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program

ACGME code
4611800001
Program director
John Keech
Location
Iowa City, Iowa
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
1
First-year spots
Applicants
107
Latest cycle
Interview rate
25.2%
Of applicants invited
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program is a university Based Thoracic Surgery - Integrated residency program in Iowa City, Iowa, sponsored by University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center. It offers 1 first-year position, about the same as the typical Thoracic Surgery - Integrated program (1).

In the latest application cycle the program received 107 applications and invited about 25.2% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Thoracic Surgery - Integrated interview rate of 25.2%.

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

Residents work about 60 hours a week in their first year. The program offers primary care 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 scores of interviewed applicants
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
1
Interview rate
25.2%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Contact and location

Program director
John Keech
Program coordinator
Jody Gingerich
Coordinator phone
(319) 356-4518
Program phone
(319) 353-6451
Sponsoring institution
University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center

200 Hawkins Drive SE500 GH Iowa City, IA 52242-1062 Open in Google Maps

University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center 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 University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program offer?

University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program offers 1 first-year Thoracic Surgery - Integrated position, and 1 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program?

University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program received 107 applications and interviewed about 25.2% of applicants. The typical Thoracic Surgery - Integrated program interviews about 25.2%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Iowa Health Care 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 Iowa Health Care Medical Center 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 University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program located?

University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program is located at 200 Hawkins Drive SE500 GH Iowa City, IA 52242-1062. Its sponsoring institution is University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center.

Who is the program director of University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program?

The program director is John Keech. The program coordinator, Jody Gingerich, is the usual contact for application questions.