Child NeurologyUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

Yale-New Haven Hospital Program

Child Neurology residency program in New Haven, Connecticut, sponsored by Yale-New Haven Hospital.

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About Yale-New Haven Hospital Program

ACGME code
1850800078
Program director
Cristian Ionita
Location
New Haven, Connecticut
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
2
First-year spots
Applicants
183
Latest cycle
Interview rate
23.5%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
30%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Yale-New Haven Hospital Program is a university Based Child Neurology residency program in New Haven, Connecticut, sponsored by Yale-New Haven Hospital. It offers 2 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Child Neurology program (2).

In the latest application cycle the program received 183 applications and invited about 23.5% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Child Neurology programs, which interview about 33.7% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 30% of current residents, compared with a median of 17.8% across Child Neurology programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B 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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
2
Interview rate
23.5%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates60%
  • US DO graduates10%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs30%

Demographics

  • Women90%
  • Men10%
  • White30%
  • Asian60%
  • Black or African American10%
  • Hispanic or Latino10%

Contact and location

Program director
Cristian Ionita
Program coordinator
Elizabeth Miranda-Keeler
Coordinator phone
(203) 785-3898
Program phone
(203) 785-5708
Sponsoring institution
Yale-New Haven Hospital

333 Cedar St. LMP 3088 New Haven, CT 06510 Open in Google Maps

Yale-New Haven Hospital Program: frequently asked questions

Does Yale-New Haven Hospital Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Yale-New Haven Hospital Program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Yale-New Haven Hospital Program IMG-friendly?

About 30% of residents at Yale-New Haven Hospital 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 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does Yale-New Haven Hospital Program offer?

Yale-New Haven Hospital Program offers 2 first-year Child Neurology positions, and 2 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Yale-New Haven Hospital Program?

Yale-New Haven Hospital Program received 183 applications and interviewed about 23.5% of applicants. The typical Child Neurology program interviews about 33.7%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Yale-New Haven Hospital Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Yale-New Haven Hospital 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 Yale-New Haven Hospital Program located?

Yale-New Haven Hospital Program is located at 333 Cedar St. LMP 3088 New Haven, CT 06510. Its sponsoring institution is Yale-New Haven Hospital.

Who is the program director of Yale-New Haven Hospital Program?

The program director is Cristian Ionita. The program coordinator, Elizabeth Miranda-Keeler, is the usual contact for application questions.

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