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

University of Washington Program

Thoracic Surgery - Integrated residency program in Seattle, Washington, sponsored by University of Washington School of Medicine.

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About University of Washington Program

ACGME code
4615413072
Program director
Kathleen Berfield
Location
Seattle, Washington
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
1
First-year spots
Applicants
119
Latest cycle
Interview rate
21%
Of applicants invited
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

University of Washington Program is a university Based Thoracic Surgery - Integrated residency program in Seattle, Washington, sponsored by University of Washington School of Medicine. 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 119 applications and invited about 21% 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
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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
1
Interview rate
21%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Contact and location

Program director
Kathleen Berfield
Program coordinator
Jade Vance
Coordinator phone
(206) 685-8644
Program phone
(206) 543-3093
Sponsoring institution
University of Washington School of Medicine

1959 NE Pacific Street Box 356310 Seattle, WA 98195 Open in Google Maps

University of Washington Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Washington Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Washington 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 Washington Program offer?

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

How competitive is University of Washington Program?

University of Washington Program received 119 applications and interviewed about 21% of applicants. The typical Thoracic Surgery - Integrated program interviews about 25.2%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington Program located?

University of Washington Program is located at 1959 NE Pacific Street Box 356310 Seattle, WA 98195. Its sponsoring institution is University of Washington School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Washington Program?

The program director is Kathleen Berfield. The program coordinator, Jade Vance, is the usual contact for application questions.