Child NeurologyCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Children's Hospital Los Angeles Program

Child Neurology residency program in Los Angeles, California, sponsored by Children's Hospital Los Angeles.

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About Children's Hospital Los Angeles Program

ACGME code
1850521065
Program director
Latanya Agurs
Location
Los Angeles, California
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
4
First-year spots
Applicants
178
Latest cycle
Interview rate
33.1%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
11.6%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Children's Hospital Los Angeles Program is a community-based university affiliated Child Neurology residency program in Los Angeles, California, sponsored by Children's Hospital Los Angeles. It offers 4 first-year positions, higher than the typical Child Neurology program (2).

In the latest application cycle the program received 178 applications and invited about 33.1% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Child Neurology interview rate of 33.7%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 11.6% of current residents, compared with a median of 17.8% across Child Neurology programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 80 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research track.

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
  • Application deadline
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
4
Interview rate
33.1%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates80%
  • US DO graduates8%

Contact and location

Program director
Latanya Agurs
Program coordinator
Anastasia Pan
Coordinator phone
(323) 361-5886
Program phone
(323) 361-5226
Sponsoring institution
Children's Hospital Los Angeles

4650 Sunset Boulevard Mail Stop #82 Los Angeles, CA 90027 Open in Google Maps

Children's Hospital Los Angeles Program: frequently asked questions

Does Children's Hospital Los Angeles Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Children's Hospital Los Angeles Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Children's Hospital Los Angeles Program IMG-friendly?

About 11.6% of residents at Children's Hospital Los Angeles Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Child Neurology program has 17.8% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Children's Hospital Los Angeles Program offer?

Children's Hospital Los Angeles Program offers 4 first-year Child Neurology positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Children's Hospital Los Angeles Program?

Children's Hospital Los Angeles Program received 178 applications and interviewed about 33.1% of applicants. The typical Child Neurology program interviews about 33.7%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Children's Hospital Los Angeles Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Children's Hospital Los Angeles Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Child Neurology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 246.

Where is Children's Hospital Los Angeles Program located?

Children's Hospital Los Angeles Program is located at 4650 Sunset Boulevard Mail Stop #82 Los Angeles, CA 90027. Its sponsoring institution is Children's Hospital Los Angeles.

Who is the program director of Children's Hospital Los Angeles Program?

The program director is Latanya Agurs. The program coordinator, Anastasia Pan, is the usual contact for application questions.