Surgery — Research-Focused Residencies with Lower USMLE Step 2 Scores
Find residency programs that prioritize research and are open to candidates with lower USMLE Step 2 scores.
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103 programs found.
Kaweah Delta Health Care District (KDHCD) Program
Visalia, CA |
Surgery
YOG 2STEP 225 Research Focused DO FriendlyMD 88%Percentage of MD graduates accepted into this program.
DO 12%Percentage of DO graduates accepted into this program.
IMG 0%Percentage of International Medical Graduates accepted here.
Central Michigan University College of Medicine/CMU Medical Education Partners Program
Saginaw, MI |
Surgery
YOG 3STEP 220 Research Focused IMG FriendlyJ1MD 53%Percentage of MD graduates accepted into this program.
DO 0%Percentage of DO graduates accepted into this program.
IMG 47%Percentage of International Medical Graduates accepted here.
Nazareth Hospital Program
Philadelphia, PA |
Surgery
YOG 3STEP 214 Research Focused IMG FriendlyJ1MD 40%Percentage of MD graduates accepted into this program.
DO 0%Percentage of DO graduates accepted into this program.
IMG 60%Percentage of International Medical Graduates accepted here.