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SSM Health/Saint Louis University School of Medicine Program

Child Neurology residency program in St. Louis, Missouri, sponsored by SSM Health/Saint Louis University School of Medicine.

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About SSM Health/Saint Louis University School of Medicine Program

ACGME code
1852821033
Program director
Deepa Arun
Location
St. Louis, Missouri
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
2
First-year spots
Applicants
136
Latest cycle
Interview rate
26.5%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
75%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

SSM Health/Saint Louis University School of Medicine Program is a university Based Child Neurology residency program in St. Louis, Missouri, sponsored by SSM Health/Saint Louis University School of Medicine. It offers 2 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Child Neurology program (2).

In the latest application cycle the program received 136 applications and invited about 26.5% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Child Neurology programs, which interview about 33.7% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 75% of current residents, compared with a median of 17.8% across Child Neurology programs. 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.

  • 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
26.5%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates13%
  • US DO graduates13%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs75%

Contact and location

Program director
Deepa Arun
Program coordinator
Rebecca Grubb
Coordinator phone
(314) 617-3315
Program phone
(314) 268-4105
Sponsoring institution
SSM Health/Saint Louis University School of Medicine

1465 South Grand Child Neurology St. Louis, MO 63104 Open in Google Maps

SSM Health/Saint Louis University School of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does SSM Health/Saint Louis University School of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

Yes. SSM Health/Saint Louis 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 SSM Health/Saint Louis University School of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

About 75% of residents at SSM Health/Saint Louis University School of Medicine 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 visas.

How many residency positions does SSM Health/Saint Louis University School of Medicine Program offer?

SSM Health/Saint Louis University School of Medicine Program offers 2 first-year Child Neurology positions, and 2 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is SSM Health/Saint Louis University School of Medicine Program?

SSM Health/Saint Louis University School of Medicine Program received 136 applications and interviewed about 26.5% of applicants. The typical Child Neurology program interviews about 33.7%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for SSM Health/Saint Louis 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 SSM Health/Saint Louis 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 SSM Health/Saint Louis University School of Medicine Program located?

SSM Health/Saint Louis University School of Medicine Program is located at 1465 South Grand Child Neurology St. Louis, MO 63104. Its sponsoring institution is SSM Health/Saint Louis University School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of SSM Health/Saint Louis University School of Medicine Program?

The program director is Deepa Arun. The program coordinator, Rebecca Grubb, is the usual contact for application questions.

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