Child NeurologyCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Nicklaus Children's Hospital Program

Child Neurology residency program in Miami, Florida, sponsored by Nicklaus Children's Hospital.

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About Nicklaus Children's Hospital Program

ACGME code
1851100002
Program director
Anuj Jayakar
Location
Miami, Florida
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
1
First-year spots
Applicants
100
Latest cycle
Interview rate
10%
Of applicants invited
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Nicklaus Children's Hospital Program is a community-based university affiliated Child Neurology residency program in Miami, Florida, sponsored by Nicklaus Children's Hospital. It offers 1 first-year position, lower than the typical Child Neurology program (2).

In the latest application cycle the program received 100 applications and invited about 10% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Child Neurology programs, which interview about 33.7% of applicants.

The program sponsors J-1 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.

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
1
Interview rate
10%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Contact and location

Program director
Anuj Jayakar
Program coordinator
Gloria Montecelo
Coordinator phone
(786) 624-2825
Program phone
(786) 302-9658
Sponsoring institution
Nicklaus Children's Hospital

3100 SW 62nd Avenue Miami, FL 33155 Open in Google Maps

Nicklaus Children's Hospital Program: frequently asked questions

Does Nicklaus Children's Hospital Program sponsor visas?

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

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

Nicklaus Children's Hospital Program offers 1 first-year Child Neurology position, and 1 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Nicklaus Children's Hospital Program?

Nicklaus Children's Hospital Program received 100 applications and interviewed about 10% of applicants. The typical Child Neurology program interviews about 33.7%.

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

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. Nicklaus Children's Hospital Program does not publish a Step 2 CK minimum, so compare your score with the specialty overall. Across Child Neurology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 246.

Where is Nicklaus Children's Hospital Program located?

Nicklaus Children's Hospital Program is located at 3100 SW 62nd Avenue Miami, FL 33155. Its sponsoring institution is Nicklaus Children's Hospital.

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

The program director is Anuj Jayakar. The program coordinator, Gloria Montecelo, is the usual contact for application questions.

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