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Westchester Medical Center Program

Child Neurology residency program in Vahalla, New York, sponsored by Westchester Medical Center.

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About Westchester Medical Center Program

ACGME code
1853500002
Program director
Rachel Hirschberger
Location
Vahalla, New York
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
2
First-year spots
Applicants
113
Latest cycle
Interview rate
43.4%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
66.7%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Westchester Medical Center Program is a university Based Child Neurology residency program in Vahalla, New York, sponsored by Westchester 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 113 applications and invited about 43.4% 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 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 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
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
2
Interview rate
43.4%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates33%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs33%
  • Non-US IMGs33%

Contact and location

Program director
Rachel Hirschberger
Program coordinator
Belinda Williams
Coordinator phone
(914) 768-3970
Sponsoring institution
Westchester Medical Center

100 Woods Road Maria Fareri Childrens' Hospital Room #2141 Vahalla, NY 10595 Open in Google Maps

Westchester Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does Westchester Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Westchester 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 Westchester Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 66.7% of residents at Westchester 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 Westchester Medical Center Program offer?

Westchester Medical Center Program offers 2 first-year Child Neurology positions, and 2 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Westchester Medical Center Program?

Westchester Medical Center Program received 113 applications and interviewed about 43.4% of applicants. The typical Child Neurology program interviews about 33.7%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Westchester 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 Westchester 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 Westchester Medical Center Program located?

Westchester Medical Center Program is located at 100 Woods Road Maria Fareri Childrens' Hospital Room #2141 Vahalla, NY 10595. Its sponsoring institution is Westchester Medical Center.

Who is the program director of Westchester Medical Center Program?

The program director is Rachel Hirschberger. The program coordinator, Belinda Williams, is the usual contact for application questions.

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