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University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program

Child Neurology residency program in Lexington, Kentucky, sponsored by University of Kentucky College of Medicine.

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About University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program

ACGME code
1852021099
Program director
Sharoon Qaiser
Location
Lexington, Kentucky
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
3
First-year spots
Applicants
198
Latest cycle
Interview rate
53%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
60%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program is a university Based Child Neurology residency program in Lexington, Kentucky, sponsored by University of Kentucky College of Medicine. It offers 3 first-year positions, higher than the typical Child Neurology program (2).

In the latest application cycle the program received 198 applications and invited about 53% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Child Neurology programs, which interview about 33.7% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 60% 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
3
Interview rate
53%
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates30%
  • US DO graduates10%
  • US IMGs30%
  • Non-US IMGs30%

Demographics

  • Women50%
  • Men50%
  • White60%
  • Asian30%
  • Hispanic or Latino20%
  • Other10%

Contact and location

Program director
Sharoon Qaiser
Program coordinator
Jennifer Ferguson
Coordinator phone
(859) 323-8437
Program phone
(859) 323-5661
Sponsoring institution
University of Kentucky College of Medicine

Kentucky Clinic Department of Neurology 740 South Limestone, J-401 Lexington, KY 40536 Open in Google Maps

University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Kentucky College 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 University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

About 60% of residents at University of Kentucky College 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 University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program offer?

University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program offers 3 first-year Child Neurology positions, and 3 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program?

University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program received 198 applications and interviewed about 53% of applicants. The typical Child Neurology program interviews about 33.7%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Kentucky College 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 University of Kentucky College 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 University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program located?

University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program is located at Kentucky Clinic Department of Neurology 740 South Limestone, J-401 Lexington, KY 40536. Its sponsoring institution is University of Kentucky College of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program?

The program director is Sharoon Qaiser. The program coordinator, Jennifer Ferguson, is the usual contact for application questions.

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