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University of Rochester Medical Center Program

Anesthesiology residency program in Rochester, New York, sponsored by University of Rochester Medical Center.

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About University of Rochester Medical Center Program

ACGME code
0403511111
Program director
Suzanne Karan
Location
Rochester, New York
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
19
First-year spots
Applicants
884
Latest cycle
Interview rate
16%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
10%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Rochester Medical Center Program is a university Based Anesthesiology residency program in Rochester, New York, sponsored by University of Rochester Medical Center. It offers 19 first-year positions, higher than the typical Anesthesiology program (10).

In the latest application cycle the program received 884 applications and invited about 16% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Anesthesiology interview rate of 16.4%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 10% of current residents, compared with a median of 4% across Anesthesiology programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 55 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research and rural tracks.

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 minimum score
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • Year of graduation limit
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
19
Interview rate
16%
Letters of recommendation
At least 4
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates86%
  • US DO graduates4%
  • US IMGs7%
  • Non-US IMGs3%

Demographics

  • Women38%
  • Men62%
  • White72%
  • Asian20%
  • Black or African American4%
  • Hispanic or Latino5%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native3%
  • Other4%

Contact and location

Program director
Suzanne Karan
Program coordinator
Rena Gresh
Coordinator phone
(585) 275-1384
Sponsoring institution
University of Rochester Medical Center

Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine 601 Elmwood Avenue, Box 604 Rochester, NY 14642 Open in Google Maps

University of Rochester Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Rochester Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Rochester Medical Center Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is University of Rochester Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 10% of residents at University of Rochester Medical Center Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Anesthesiology program has 4% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does University of Rochester Medical Center Program offer?

University of Rochester Medical Center Program offers 19 first-year Anesthesiology positions, and 19 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Rochester Medical Center Program?

University of Rochester Medical Center Program received 884 applications and interviewed about 16% of applicants. The typical Anesthesiology program interviews about 16.4%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Rochester Medical Center 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 Rochester Medical Center Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Anesthesiology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 253.

Where is University of Rochester Medical Center Program located?

University of Rochester Medical Center Program is located at Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine 601 Elmwood Avenue, Box 604 Rochester, NY 14642. Its sponsoring institution is University of Rochester Medical Center.

Who is the program director of University of Rochester Medical Center Program?

The program director is Suzanne Karan. The program coordinator, Rena Gresh, is the usual contact for application questions.

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