Thoracic Surgery - IntegratedUniversity BasedSponsors J-1

University of North Carolina Hospitals Program

Thoracic Surgery - Integrated residency program in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, sponsored by University of North Carolina Hospitals.

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About University of North Carolina Hospitals Program

ACGME code
4613611069
Program director
Benjamin Haithcock
Location
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
1
First-year spots
Applicants
125
Latest cycle
Interview rate
23.2%
Of applicants invited
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of North Carolina Hospitals Program is a university Based Thoracic Surgery - Integrated residency program in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, sponsored by University of North Carolina Hospitals. 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 125 applications and invited about 23.2% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Thoracic Surgery - Integrated interview rate of 25.2%.

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 scores of interviewed applicants
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
1
Interview rate
23.2%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Contact and location

Program director
Benjamin Haithcock
Program coordinator
Abigail Johnston
Coordinator phone
(262) 366-2058
Program phone
(919) 966-3381
Sponsoring institution
University of North Carolina Hospitals

Univ. of North Carolina School of Medicine 101 Manning Drive Chapel Hill, NC 27599-7065 Open in Google Maps

University of North Carolina Hospitals Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of North Carolina Hospitals Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of North Carolina Hospitals 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 University of North Carolina Hospitals Program offer?

University of North Carolina Hospitals Program offers 1 first-year Thoracic Surgery - Integrated position, and 1 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of North Carolina Hospitals Program?

University of North Carolina Hospitals Program received 125 applications and interviewed about 23.2% of applicants. The typical Thoracic Surgery - Integrated program interviews about 25.2%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of North Carolina Hospitals 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 North Carolina Hospitals 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 North Carolina Hospitals Program located?

University of North Carolina Hospitals Program is located at Univ. of North Carolina School of Medicine 101 Manning Drive Chapel Hill, NC 27599-7065. Its sponsoring institution is University of North Carolina Hospitals.

Who is the program director of University of North Carolina Hospitals Program?

The program director is Benjamin Haithcock. The program coordinator, Abigail Johnston, is the usual contact for application questions.