University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program Child Neurology Residency
Child Neurology residency program in Birmingham, Alabama, sponsored by University of Alabama Hospital.
See how you matchAbout University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program
- ACGME code
- 1850121008
- Program director
- Sarah Novara
- Location
- Birmingham, Alabama
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- Positions
- 2
- First-year spots
- Applicants
- 108
- Latest cycle
- Interview rate
- 37%
- Of applicants invited
- IMG residents
- 0%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
- For residents
University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program is a university Based Child Neurology residency program in Birmingham, Alabama, sponsored by University of Alabama Hospital. It offers 2 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Child Neurology program (2).
In the latest application cycle the program received 108 applications and invited about 37% 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 65 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
- 37%
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 3
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates88%
- US DO graduates13%
- US IMGs0%
- Non-US IMGs0%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Sarah Novara
- Program coordinator
- Toni Davison
- Coordinator phone
- (205) 638-5935
- Program phone
- (205) 638-2551
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- University of Alabama Hospital
1600 7th Avenue South Children's Harbor Building 314 Birmingham, AL 35233 Open in Google Maps
University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program: frequently asked questions
Does University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program sponsor visas?
Yes. University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.
Is University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program IMG-friendly?
University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) 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 University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program offer?
University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program offers 2 first-year Child Neurology positions, and 2 were filled in the latest Match.
How competitive is University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program?
University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program received 108 applications and interviewed about 37% of applicants. The typical Child Neurology program interviews about 33.7%.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) 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 of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) 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 of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program located?
University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program is located at 1600 7th Avenue South Children's Harbor Building 314 Birmingham, AL 35233. Its sponsoring institution is University of Alabama Hospital.
Who is the program director of University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program?
The program director is Sarah Novara. The program coordinator, Toni Davison, is the usual contact for application questions.