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University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program

Child Neurology residency program in Iowa City, Iowa, sponsored by University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center.

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About University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program

ACGME code
1851831106
Program director
Leah Zhorne
Location
Iowa City, Iowa
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
2
First-year spots
Applicants
115
Latest cycle
Interview rate
30.4%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
66.7%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program is a university Based Child Neurology residency program in Iowa City, Iowa, sponsored by University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center. It offers 2 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Child Neurology program (2).

In the latest application cycle the program received 115 applications and invited about 30.4% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Child Neurology interview rate of 33.7%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 66.7% of current residents, compared with a median of 17.8% across Child Neurology programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 55 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
30.4%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates22%
  • US DO graduates11%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs67%

Contact and location

Program director
Leah Zhorne
Program coordinator
Kati Jumper
Coordinator phone
(319) 384-6592
Program phone
(319) 384-9041
Sponsoring institution
University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center

BT 1300-34 200 Hawkins Drive Iowa City, IA 52242 Open in Google Maps

University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center 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 Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 66.7% of residents at University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center 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 of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program offer?

University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program offers 2 first-year Child Neurology positions, and 2 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program?

University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program received 115 applications and interviewed about 30.4% of applicants. The typical Child Neurology program interviews about 33.7%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center 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 Iowa Health Care Medical Center 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 Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program located?

University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program is located at BT 1300-34 200 Hawkins Drive Iowa City, IA 52242. Its sponsoring institution is University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center.

Who is the program director of University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program?

The program director is Leah Zhorne. The program coordinator, Kati Jumper, is the usual contact for application questions.

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