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University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Program

Child Neurology residency program in Dallas, Texas, sponsored by University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

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About University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Program

ACGME code
1854821043
Program director
Lauren Dengle Sanchez
Location
Dallas, Texas
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
7
First-year spots
Applicants
221
Latest cycle
Interview rate
33.9%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
40%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Program is a university Based Child Neurology residency program in Dallas, Texas, sponsored by University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. It offers 7 first-year positions, higher than the typical Child Neurology program (2).

In the latest application cycle the program received 221 applications and invited about 33.9% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Child Neurology interview rate of 33.7%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 40% of current residents, compared with a median of 17.8% across Child Neurology programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 66 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
7
Interview rate
33.9%
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates60%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs7%
  • Non-US IMGs33%

Demographics

  • Women40%
  • Men60%
  • White40%
  • Asian47%
  • Hispanic or Latino13%

Contact and location

Program director
Lauren Dengle Sanchez
Program coordinator
Melissa Perry
Coordinator phone
(214) 456-4467
Program phone
(214) 456-8242
Sponsoring institution
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

5323 Harry Hines Blvd Dallas, TX 75390-9063 Open in Google Maps

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Texas Southwestern 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 Texas Southwestern Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 40% of residents at University of Texas Southwestern 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 Texas Southwestern Medical Center Program offer?

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Program offers 7 first-year Child Neurology positions, and 7 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Program?

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Program received 221 applications and interviewed about 33.9% of applicants. The typical Child Neurology program interviews about 33.7%.

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

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Program is located at 5323 Harry Hines Blvd Dallas, TX 75390-9063. Its sponsoring institution is University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

Who is the program director of University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Program?

The program director is Lauren Dengle Sanchez. The program coordinator, Melissa Perry, is the usual contact for application questions.

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