Child NeurologyCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

University at Buffalo Program

Child Neurology residency program in Buffalo, New York, sponsored by University at Buffalo School of Medicine.

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About University at Buffalo Program

ACGME code
1853521035
Program director
Osman Farooq
Location
Buffalo, New York
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
2
First-year spots
Applicants
129
Latest cycle
Interview rate
22.5%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
75%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University at Buffalo Program is a community-based university affiliated Child Neurology residency program in Buffalo, New York, sponsored by University at Buffalo 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 129 applications and invited about 22.5% 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 75 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
22.5%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates25%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs75%

Contact and location

Program director
Osman Farooq
Program coordinator
Tom Bellanca
Coordinator phone
(716) 323-0646
Program phone
(716) 829-5060
Sponsoring institution
University at Buffalo School of Medicine

Conventus Dept of Child Neurology 1001 Main Street Buffalo, NY 14203 Open in Google Maps

University at Buffalo Program: frequently asked questions

Does University at Buffalo Program sponsor visas?

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

Is University at Buffalo Program IMG-friendly?

About 75% of residents at University at Buffalo 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 University at Buffalo Program offer?

University at Buffalo Program offers 2 first-year Child Neurology positions, and 2 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University at Buffalo Program?

University at Buffalo Program received 129 applications and interviewed about 22.5% of applicants. The typical Child Neurology program interviews about 33.7%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University at Buffalo Program?

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

University at Buffalo Program is located at Conventus Dept of Child Neurology 1001 Main Street Buffalo, NY 14203. Its sponsoring institution is University at Buffalo School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University at Buffalo Program?

The program director is Osman Farooq. The program coordinator, Tom Bellanca, is the usual contact for application questions.

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