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Ohio State University Hospital Program

Pathology-anatomic and clinicalUniversity-basedIMG: HIGH
Columbus, OH(Columbus, OH MSA Metro)
20
Positions
#41
Specialty Rank
$68,764
PGY1 Salary
53.3%
IMG %
#41
Pathology-anatomic and clinical Ranking
72nd Percentile
Top 28% of programs

Program Overview

Program Details

ACGME Code:
3003821286
NRMP Code:
1566300C0YOG
Program Type:
University-based
Total Positions:
20
Interviews:
72

Contact Information

Admission Requirements

Min Step 2 Score:
200
Years of Graduation Cutoff:
5 years
Visa Sponsorship:
J1

Training Details

Training Structure

Avg Hours/Week:
60
Max Hours on Duty:
16
Avg 24hr Off Duty:
2
Lecture/Conference Hours:
8/week
Night Float:
No
Vacation Days:
15
Sick Days:
15
Faculty Ratio:
2.10

Faculty & Teaching Environment

Total Physicians:
42
Non-Physician Staff:
3
0
Female Faculty:
38.1%

Special Features & Unique Opportunities

The Ohio State University's Pathology Department is a national and global leader in digital pathology and is on the cutting edge of technology integration in diagnostic practices. Our residents receive ample training in the use of digital as well as traditional practices in pathology. We also have a long-standing, comprehensive orientation and bootcamp program for our incoming trainees, as well as a vibrant resident wellness program.

Program Offers & Benefits

  • On-call meal allowance
  • iPads, tablets, etc., or technology allowance
  • Placement assistance upon completion of program into practice, fellowship or academia

Educational Opportunities

  • Economics of health care systems curriculum
  • Debt management/financial counseling
  • Academic support for USMLE Step 3 preparation
  • Resident/fellow retreats
  • Off-campus electives
  • MPH, MBA, PhD or other advanced degree training

Research Opportunities

Research Rotation

Optional

0

Salary Progression

$68,764
PGY-1
$70,835
PGY-2
$73,100
PGY-3
$75,605
PGY-4
0

Benefits Package Details

Dental Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Disability Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Group Life Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Major Medical Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Inpatient Mental Health:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Outpatient Mental Health:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Major Medical (Residents):Institution & Resident Share Cost
Major Medical (Dependents):Institution & Resident Share Cost

Location & Lifestyle

Location Overview

City & State
Columbus, OH
Metropolitan Area
Columbus, OH MSA
Geographic Region
East North Central
Metropolitan Population
11,774,683

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Index
83(US avg: 100)
Median Home Price
$211K
Median Monthly Rent
$1.0K/mo
Median Household Income
$68K
Rent as % of Resident Salary
16.7%(FREIDA)

Demographics & Community

Metropolitan Population
11,774,683
Median Age
38 years
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
0.6
Poverty Rate
28.0%
Unemployment Rate
10.0%

Climate & Weather

Summer
73°F
Winter
33°F
Sunny Days
208 days
Precipitation
45"
Humidity
63%

Local Cost of Goods & Services

Coffee
$4.09
Restaurant Meal
9.1
Gas (per gallon)
$3.19
Gym Membership
40

Purchasing Power AnalysisEnhanced Data

Nominal Salary
$68,764
Cost-Adjusted Salary
$82,848
Value Rating
Excellent
Cost data updated: 6/12/2025

Application Information

Program Details

ACGME Code:
3003821286
NRMP Code:
1566300C0YOG
Total Positions:
20
Interviews:
72
Program Type:
University-based

Contact Information

Program Director:
Arwa Y Shana'ah
Program Website:
Visit Website
More Information:
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Application Timeline

Application Period:
9/1/2026 - 9/30/2026
Interview Period:
9/30/2026 - 12/31/2026
Video Interviews:
Not Available

Application Requirements

Required Letters:
3
Moonlighting Allowed:
Yes

Examination Requirements

USMLE Requirements

Step 1 Required:
No
Step 2 Required:
No
Min Step 1 Score:
200
Min Step 2 Score:
200

COMLEX Requirements

COMLEX Level 1:
Yes
COMLEX Level 2:
Yes

Program Start Dates & Match Information

Start Dates

Available Start Dates:
June

Match Information

NRMP Main Match:
Yes
NRMP Codes:
1566300C0

Institution & Program Size Details

Institution Information

Institution:
Ohio State University Hospitals-East
Primary Teaching Site:
Ohio State University Hospitals-East
Contact Person:
Surentha Naidoo
Contact Email:
[email protected]

Program Size by Year

First Year Positions:
5
Positions by Year:
PGY-1:5
PGY-2:5
PGY-3:5
PGY-4:5

Program Policies & Additional Information

Smoking Policy:
Smoking Allowed
Salary Tax Status:
Yes

IMG/DO Friendliness

International Medical Graduates (IMG)

Min Step 2 Score
200
Years of Graduation Cutoff
5 years
Visa Sponsorship
J-1 through ECFMG, F-1
IMG Percentage
53.3%
IMG Classification
HIGH
IMG Specialty Percentile
31st percentile

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

DO Percentage
26.7%
DO Classification
HIGH

Rankings & Reputation

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