Child NeurologyCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Tower Health Program

Child Neurology residency program in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, sponsored by Tower Health.

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About Tower Health Program

ACGME code
1854121040
Program director
Daphne Hasbani
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
2
First-year spots
Applicants
137
Latest cycle
Interview rate
31.4%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Tower Health Program is a community-based university affiliated Child Neurology residency program in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, sponsored by Tower Health. It offers 2 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Child Neurology program (2).

In the latest application cycle the program received 137 applications and invited about 31.4% 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 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
  • Application deadline
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
2
Interview rate
31.4%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates50%
  • US DO graduates50%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Contact and location

Program director
Daphne Hasbani
Program coordinator
Beth Garstkiewicz
Coordinator phone
(215) 427-6862
Program phone
(215) 427-5470
Sponsoring institution
Tower Health

St Christopher's Hospital for Children 160 E. Erie Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19134 Open in Google Maps

Tower Health Program: frequently asked questions

Does Tower Health Program sponsor visas?

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

Is Tower Health Program IMG-friendly?

Tower Health 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 Tower Health Program offer?

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

How competitive is Tower Health Program?

Tower Health Program received 137 applications and interviewed about 31.4% of applicants. The typical Child Neurology program interviews about 33.7%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Tower 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 Tower Health 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 Tower Health Program located?

Tower Health Program is located at St Christopher's Hospital for Children 160 E. Erie Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19134. Its sponsoring institution is Tower Health.

Who is the program director of Tower Health Program?

The program director is Daphne Hasbani. The program coordinator, Beth Garstkiewicz, is the usual contact for application questions.

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