Vanderbilt University Medical CenterThoracic Surgery - Independent Residency Program

Where is Vanderbilt University Medical Center located?

Vanderbilt University Medical Center is located in Nashville, TN.

What type of program is Vanderbilt University Medical Center?

Vanderbilt University Medical Center is a university-based residency program.

Is Vanderbilt University Medical Center ACGME-accredited?

Yes — Vanderbilt University Medical Center holds continued ACGME accreditation.

How many residents are at Vanderbilt University Medical Center?

Vanderbilt University Medical Center has approximately 5 residents in training.

Does Vanderbilt University Medical Center accept International Medical Graduates (IMGs)?

Vanderbilt University Medical Center is a US Thoracic surgery - independent residency program, based in Nashville, TN. IMG acceptance varies by year and program. Sign in to MatchPath to see Vanderbilt University Medical Center's IMG acceptance rate, visa sponsorship, and USMLE Step 2 CK cutoff where reported.

Does Vanderbilt University Medical Center sponsor J-1 or H-1B visas?

Visa sponsorship is set by each program and its sponsoring institution. Sign in to MatchPath to see whether Vanderbilt University Medical Center sponsors J-1 or H-1B visas for IMG applicants.

What USMLE Step 2 CK score does Vanderbilt University Medical Center require?

Step 2 CK expectations differ by specialty and program. MatchPath shows the Step 2 CK cutoff Vanderbilt University Medical Center reports — sign in to view it and compare it against your score.

What is the resident salary at Vanderbilt University Medical Center?

Accredited since 1956 · 3 years · Last ACGME review 2026