Bayhealth Medical Center Program

Specialty:Emergency medicine
ACGME Code:1100900001
NRMP Code:2260110C0
Status:Continued Accreditation

Overview

The Bayhealth Medical Center Emergency Medicine Residency Program provides comprehensive training in emergency medicine, focusing on trauma care, critical care, and pre-hospital care. This program emphasizes delivering high-quality care within a Level III trauma center, which offers unique learning experiences in a supportive academic environment.

Program Overview

The mission of the Emergency Medicine Residency Program is to cultivate physicians who are dedicated to improving the health of the southern Delaware community. The program thrives on fostering outstanding clinical skills and a commitment to lifelong learning among its residents. Faculty members are actively engaged in mentoring residents, ensuring they are equipped to provide effective patient care while also encouraging scholarly inquiry and organized learning opportunities.1

Curriculum

The residency consists of a structured curriculum that spans three years, with a combination of core rotations and specialized experiences. The PGY-1 year includes approximately 36 weeks of emergency medicine rotations, alongside training in medical ICU, trauma, orthopedic surgery, and anesthesiology. In the following years, residents rotate through pediatric emergency medicine, obstetrics, and various electives that allow for tailored educational experiences.4

Clinical Rotations

Training is primarily conducted at two facilities: Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, and Bayhealth Hospital, Sussex Campus, both of which provide a full spectrum of emergency and trauma services. Additionally, residents gain experience at the renowned Nemours Children's Hospital in Wilmington, which is one of the few Pediatric Level 1 Trauma Centers in the region.2

Research Opportunities

The program encourages engagement in research projects that can benefit community health. Residents are provided with funds to cover research-related expenses, including travel, materials, and conference participation fees. This not only enhances their educational experience but also fosters an environment of active learning and professional growth.6

Competitiveness and Application Process

The Bayhealth Emergency Medicine Residency Program is highly competitive, particularly due to its balanced approach towards accepting diverse candidates, including international medical graduates (IMGs) and graduates from osteopathic medical schools. Applicants are evaluated based on various criteria, including GPA, USMLE scores, letters of recommendation, and personal statements. Special attention is given to candidates who exhibit a strong commitment to community service and emergency medicine.5

Application Requirements

Applicants must be ECFMG certified (if applicable) and should not have previous residency experience. Additionally, the program allows for J-1 visa sponsorship, accommodating international applicants who require assistance with visa applications.7

Salaries and Benefits

The residency program offers a competitive salary structure, which starts at $65,000 for PGY-1 residents, $67,000 for PGY-2, and $69,000 for PGY-3. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a retirement plan, educational funds, and opportunities for travel reimbursement for conferences.8

Unique Aspects of the Program

One of the distinguishing features of the Bayhealth Emergency Medicine Residency is the supportive community environment that fosters close relationships between residents and faculty. This aspect is amplified by the relatively small residency size, which allows for personalized attention and mentoring.1

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Program data

ACGME History [3]

Accreditation Last updated: Jul 16, 2026
Initial accreditation3
Full accreditation0
Continued3
Warning0
Probationary Accreditation0
Withdrawal0

Program

Program Size

6, 7, 4 (3 years) [1]

Accreditation Status

Continued Accreditation

(Effective: January 14, 2026)

Composition [2]

DO · 18%
U.S. IMG · 47%
Non-U.S. IMG · 35%

Training

Fellowship Rate:--

Faculty-to-Residents Ratio:0.8X [1]

Residents Career Path

--

Quality of Life

First Year Paid Sick Leave: 5 days [1]

First Year Paid Vacation: 15 days [1]

First Year Salary: $65,000 [1]

First Year Maximum Consecutive Hours on Duty: 12 hours [1]

First Year Average Weekly Hours: 60 hours [1]

Admission

USMLE Step 2 Score: --

Visa Sponsorship:J1 [2]

YOG Cutoff:3 [1]

Race / Ethnicity

Gender

Incoming Schools

12%

St. George's University School of Medicine

6%

More than 1 school has this rank*

* Multiple schools share the same admissions rate.

Rotation Duration by Site

Benchmarks

Match & stats

2026 Residency Applicant & Interview Insights

No data available for USMLE STEP 2 CK Score

No 2026 Applicant & Interview Insights available for this program.

Note: The AIR (Applicant Interview Rate) is calculated as the percentage of applicants in each category who were offered interviews. A higher AIR suggests stronger alignment with program preferences, indicating a greater likelihood of the program favoring applicants in this category.

USMLE STEP 2 CK Score [2]

No data available for USMLE STEP 2 CK Score

No data available for USMLE
STEP 2 CK Score

COMLEX Level 2 Score [2]

No data available for COMLEX Level 2 Score

No data available for COMLEX
Level 2 Score

Match History [4]

Track ID:  2260110C0
2023
0 of 6
2024
6 of 6
2025
6 of 6
2026
6 of 6
Filled Position
Unfilled Position

Roster

Location

Dover, DE [5]

Population
39,403
Median income
$58,336Above
Education
27.1%Above
Employment
54.7%Below
Health
8.1%Above
Age
34Below
  • Above the national average
  • Below the national average
  • Similar to the national average

Housing — Rental prices [6]

Rental prices

Crime — All violent offences [7]

Rate per 100,000 residents

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References

1. Freida - https://freida.ama-assn.org/program/1100900001

2. Residency Explorer - https://www.residencyexplorer.org/Program/GetByIdWithMedicalSpecialty/1ce241f0-21e2-1cf8-79d5-318d61d53217

3. ACGME - Accreditation Data System (ADS) - https://apps.acgme.org/ads/Public/Programs/Search

4. NRMP Results and Data: 2022-2026 Main Residency Match - https://www.nrmp.org/match-data/2026/03/program-results-2022-2026/

5. United States Census Bureau - https://data.census.gov/profile/City,_VS?g=160XX00US1021200

6. Zillow Research - Observed Rent Index (ZORI) - https://www.zillow.com/research/data/

7. FBI - Crime/Law Enforcement Stats (Uniform Crime Reporting Program) - https://www.fbi.gov/services/cjis/ucr