Child NeurologyUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU Health) Program

Child Neurology residency program in Portland, Oregon, sponsored by Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU Health).

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About Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU Health) Program

ACGME code
1854023048
Program director
Jenny Wilson
Location
Portland, Oregon
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
1
First-year spots
Applicants
107
Latest cycle
Interview rate
30.8%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
40%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU Health) Program is a university Based Child Neurology residency program in Portland, Oregon, sponsored by Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU Health). It offers 1 first-year position, lower than the typical Child Neurology program (2).

In the latest application cycle the program received 107 applications and invited about 30.8% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Child Neurology interview rate of 33.7%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 40% of current residents, compared with a median of 17.8% across Child Neurology programs. 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 scores of interviewed applicants
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
1
Interview rate
30.8%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates40%
  • US DO graduates20%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs40%

Contact and location

Program director
Jenny Wilson
Program coordinator
Melissa Gittings
Coordinator phone
(503) 418-5171
Sponsoring institution
Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU Health)

Pediatric Neurology 707 SW Gaines St., CDRC-P Portland, OR 97239 Open in Google Maps

Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU Health) Program: frequently asked questions

Does Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU Health) Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU Health) 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 Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU Health) Program IMG-friendly?

About 40% of residents at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU Health) Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. 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 Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU Health) Program offer?

Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU Health) Program offers 1 first-year Child Neurology position.

How competitive is Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU Health) Program?

Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU Health) Program received 107 applications and interviewed about 30.8% of applicants. The typical Child Neurology program interviews about 33.7%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU Health) Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU Health) Program's Step 2 CK score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Child Neurology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 246.

Where is Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU Health) Program located?

Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU Health) Program is located at Pediatric Neurology 707 SW Gaines St., CDRC-P Portland, OR 97239. Its sponsoring institution is Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU Health).

Who is the program director of Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU Health) Program?

The program director is Jenny Wilson. The program coordinator, Melissa Gittings, is the usual contact for application questions.

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