Child NeurologyUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

Geisinger Health System Program

Child Neurology residency program in Danville, Pennsylvania, sponsored by Geisinger Health System.

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About Geisinger Health System Program

ACGME code
1854100001
Program director
Eric Strong
Location
Danville, Pennsylvania
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
2
First-year spots
Applicants
134
Latest cycle
Interview rate
48.5%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Geisinger Health System Program is a university Based Child Neurology residency program in Danville, Pennsylvania, sponsored by Geisinger Health System. It offers 2 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Child Neurology program (2).

In the latest application cycle the program received 134 applications and invited about 48.5% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Child Neurology programs, which interview about 33.7% of applicants.

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Child Neurology program has 17.8%. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 60 hours a week in their first year.

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
2
Interview rate
48.5%
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Contact and location

Program director
Eric Strong
Program coordinator
Kimberly Mackes
Coordinator phone
(570) 214-0390
Sponsoring institution
Geisinger Health System

100 N Academy Dr Danville, PA 17822 Open in Google Maps

Geisinger Health System Program: frequently asked questions

Does Geisinger Health System Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Geisinger Health System Program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Geisinger Health System Program IMG-friendly?

Geisinger Health System Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Child Neurology program has 17.8% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does Geisinger Health System Program offer?

Geisinger Health System Program offers 2 first-year Child Neurology positions, and 2 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Geisinger Health System Program?

Geisinger Health System Program received 134 applications and interviewed about 48.5% of applicants. The typical Child Neurology program interviews about 33.7%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Geisinger Health System Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Geisinger Health System 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 Geisinger Health System Program located?

Geisinger Health System Program is located at 100 N Academy Dr Danville, PA 17822. Its sponsoring institution is Geisinger Health System.

Who is the program director of Geisinger Health System Program?

The program director is Eric Strong. The program coordinator, Kimberly Mackes, is the usual contact for application questions.

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