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University of Rochester Medical Center Program

Child Neurology residency program in Rochester, New York, sponsored by University of Rochester Medical Center.

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About University of Rochester Medical Center Program

ACGME code
1853512094
Program director
Robert Thompson-Stone
Location
Rochester, New York
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
3
First-year spots
Applicants
141
Latest cycle
Interview rate
35.5%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Rochester Medical Center Program is a university Based Child Neurology residency program in Rochester, New York, sponsored by University of Rochester Medical Center. It offers 3 first-year positions, higher than the typical Child Neurology program (2).

In the latest application cycle the program received 141 applications and invited about 35.5% 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 70 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research track.

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
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
3
Interview rate
35.5%
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates92%
  • US DO graduates8%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Contact and location

Program director
Robert Thompson-Stone
Program coordinator
Angel Mellema
Coordinator phone
(585) 406-8689
Program phone
(585) 275-2808
Sponsoring institution
University of Rochester Medical Center

601 Elmwood Avenue, Box 631 Rochester, NY 14642 Open in Google Maps

University of Rochester Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Rochester Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Rochester 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 Rochester Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

University of Rochester Medical Center 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 Rochester Medical Center Program offer?

University of Rochester Medical Center Program offers 3 first-year Child Neurology positions, and 3 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Rochester Medical Center Program?

University of Rochester Medical Center Program received 141 applications and interviewed about 35.5% of applicants. The typical Child Neurology program interviews about 33.7%.

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

University of Rochester Medical Center Program is located at 601 Elmwood Avenue, Box 631 Rochester, NY 14642. Its sponsoring institution is University of Rochester Medical Center.

Who is the program director of University of Rochester Medical Center Program?

The program director is Robert Thompson-Stone. The program coordinator, Angel Mellema, is the usual contact for application questions.

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