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Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Cohen Children's Medical Center Program

Child Neurology residency program in Lake Success, New York, sponsored by Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.

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About Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Cohen Children's Medical Center Program

ACGME code
1853521055
Program director
Shefali Karkare
Location
Lake Success, New York
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
2
First-year spots
Applicants
126
Latest cycle
Interview rate
37.3%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
18.9%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Cohen Children's Medical Center Program is a university Based Child Neurology residency program in Lake Success, New York, sponsored by Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. It offers 2 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Child Neurology program (2).

In the latest application cycle the program received 126 applications and invited about 37.3% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Child Neurology interview rate of 33.7%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 18.9% 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
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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
2
Interview rate
37.3%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates81%
  • US DO graduates0%

Contact and location

Program director
Shefali Karkare
Program coordinator
Kelly Murphy
Coordinator phone
(718) 470-8284
Program phone
(516) 465-5255
Sponsoring institution
Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell

2001 Marcus Avenue Suite W290 Lake Success, NY 11042 Open in Google Maps

Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Cohen Children's Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Cohen Children's Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Cohen Children's 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 Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Cohen Children's Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 18.9% of residents at Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Cohen Children's Medical Center Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Child Neurology program has 17.8% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Cohen Children's Medical Center Program offer?

Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Cohen Children's Medical Center Program offers 2 first-year Child Neurology positions, and 2 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Cohen Children's Medical Center Program?

Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Cohen Children's Medical Center Program received 126 applications and interviewed about 37.3% of applicants. The typical Child Neurology program interviews about 33.7%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Cohen Children's 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 Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Cohen Children's 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 Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Cohen Children's Medical Center Program located?

Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Cohen Children's Medical Center Program is located at 2001 Marcus Avenue Suite W290 Lake Success, NY 11042. Its sponsoring institution is Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.

Who is the program director of Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Cohen Children's Medical Center Program?

The program director is Shefali Karkare. The program coordinator, Kelly Murphy, is the usual contact for application questions.

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