Child NeurologyCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program

Child Neurology residency program in New Orleans, Louisiana, sponsored by Louisiana State University School of Medicine.

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About Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program

ACGME code
1852121022
Program director
Kayla Pence
Location
New Orleans, Louisiana
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
1
First-year spots
Applicants
101
Latest cycle
Interview rate
35.6%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program is a community-based university affiliated Child Neurology residency program in New Orleans, Louisiana, sponsored by Louisiana State University School of Medicine. It offers 1 first-year position, lower than the typical Child Neurology program (2).

In the latest application cycle the program received 101 applications and invited about 35.6% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Child Neurology interview rate of 33.7%.

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 visas.

Residents work about 50 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
  • Application deadline
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
1
Interview rate
35.6%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates80%
  • US DO graduates20%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Contact and location

Program director
Kayla Pence
Program coordinator
Dashika Davis
Coordinator phone
(504) 568-4081
Program phone
(504) 896-9859
Sponsoring institution
Louisiana State University School of Medicine

Manning Family Children's 200 Henry Clay Avenue New Orleans, LA 70118 Open in Google Maps

Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

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

Is Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

Louisiana State University School of Medicine 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 visas.

How many residency positions does Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program offer?

Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program offers 1 first-year Child Neurology position, and 1 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program?

Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program received 101 applications and interviewed about 35.6% of applicants. The typical Child Neurology program interviews about 33.7%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Louisiana State University School of Medicine 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 Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program located?

Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program is located at Manning Family Children's 200 Henry Clay Avenue New Orleans, LA 70118. Its sponsoring institution is Louisiana State University School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program?

The program director is Kayla Pence. The program coordinator, Dashika Davis, is the usual contact for application questions.

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