University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program Thoracic Surgery - Integrated Residency
Thoracic Surgery - Integrated residency program in Lexington, Kentucky, sponsored by University of Kentucky College of Medicine.
See how you matchAbout University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program
- ACGME code
- 4612000109
- Program director
- Shari Meyerson
- Location
- Lexington, Kentucky
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- Positions
- 2
- First-year spots
- Applicants
- 127
- Latest cycle
- Interview rate
- 15.7%
- Of applicants invited
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1 and H-1B
- For residents
University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program is a university Based Thoracic Surgery - Integrated residency program in Lexington, Kentucky, sponsored by University of Kentucky College 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 127 applications and invited about 15.7% 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 and H-1B 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 scores of interviewed applicants
- Signals and geographic preference
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Applications and interviews
- Positions offered
- 2
- Interview rate
- 15.7%
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 3
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1 and H-1B
Contact and location
- Program director
- Shari Meyerson
- Program coordinator
- Carolyn Grissom
- Coordinator phone
- (859) 323-6494
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- University of Kentucky College of Medicine
740 South Limestone Suite A301 Lexington, KY 40536 Open in Google Maps
University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions
Does University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program sponsor visas?
Yes. University of Kentucky College of Medicine 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 Kentucky College of Medicine Program offer?
University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program offers 2 first-year Thoracic Surgery - Integrated positions, and 2 were filled in the latest Match.
How competitive is University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program?
University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program received 127 applications and interviewed about 15.7% of applicants. The typical Thoracic Surgery - Integrated program interviews about 25.2%.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Kentucky College 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 University of Kentucky College 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 University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program located?
University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program is located at 740 South Limestone Suite A301 Lexington, KY 40536. Its sponsoring institution is University of Kentucky College of Medicine.
Who is the program director of University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program?
The program director is Shari Meyerson. The program coordinator, Carolyn Grissom, is the usual contact for application questions.