DermatologyUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program

Dermatology residency program in New York City, New York, sponsored by New York Medical College.

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About New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program

ACGME code
0803521063
Program director
Bijan Safai
Location
New York City, New York
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
4
First-year spots
Applicants
427
Latest cycle
Interview rate
12.9%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program is a university Based Dermatology residency program in New York City, New York, sponsored by New York Medical College. It offers 4 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Dermatology program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 427 applications and invited about 12.9% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Dermatology interview rate of 12.2%.

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Dermatology program has 0%. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 40 hours a week in their first year. The program offers hospitalist and primary care tracks.

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
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
4
Interview rate
12.9%
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates100%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Contact and location

Program director
Bijan Safai
Program coordinator
Magali Cruz
Coordinator phone
(212) 423-7467
Program phone
(212) 423-6602
Sponsoring institution
New York Medical College

Department of Dermatology Metropolitan Hospital Center,1901 First Avenue New York City, NY 10029 Open in Google Maps

New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program: frequently asked questions

Does New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program sponsor visas?

Yes. New York Medical College (Metropolitan) 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 New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program IMG-friendly?

New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Dermatology program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program offer?

New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program offers 4 first-year Dermatology positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program?

New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program received 427 applications and interviewed about 12.9% of applicants. The typical Dermatology program interviews about 12.2%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Dermatology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 259.

Where is New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program located?

New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program is located at Department of Dermatology Metropolitan Hospital Center,1901 First Avenue New York City, NY 10029. Its sponsoring institution is New York Medical College.

Who is the program director of New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program?

The program director is Bijan Safai. The program coordinator, Magali Cruz, is the usual contact for application questions.

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