Emergency MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

NYC Health & Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health Program

Emergency Medicine residency program in Brooklyn, New York, sponsored by NYC Health & Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health.

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About NYC Health & Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health Program

ACGME code
1103500210
Program director
Rosalee Nguyen
Location
Brooklyn, New York
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
4
First-year spots
IMG residents
45%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

NYC Health & Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health Program is a community-based university affiliated Emergency Medicine residency program in Brooklyn, New York, sponsored by NYC Health & Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health. It offers 4 first-year positions, lower than the typical Emergency Medicine program (11).

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 45% of current residents, compared with a median of 8% across Emergency Medicine 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
4
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates15%
  • US DO graduates40%
  • US IMGs35%
  • Non-US IMGs10%

Demographics

  • Women75%
  • Men25%
  • White40%
  • Asian40%
  • Black or African American20%
  • Hispanic or Latino5%
  • Other5%

Contact and location

Program director
Rosalee Nguyen
Program coordinator
Gregory Pearlman
Coordinator phone
(718) 616-5624
Sponsoring institution
NYC Health & Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health

2601 Ocean Parkway Brooklyn, NY 11235 Open in Google Maps

NYC Health & Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health Program: frequently asked questions

Does NYC Health & Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health Program sponsor visas?

Yes. NYC Health & Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is NYC Health & Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health Program IMG-friendly?

About 45% of residents at NYC Health & Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Emergency Medicine program has 8% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does NYC Health & Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health Program offer?

NYC Health & Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health Program offers 4 first-year Emergency Medicine positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for NYC Health & Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has NYC Health & Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.

Where is NYC Health & Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health Program located?

NYC Health & Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health Program is located at 2601 Ocean Parkway Brooklyn, NY 11235. Its sponsoring institution is NYC Health & Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health.

Who is the program director of NYC Health & Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health Program?

The program director is Rosalee Nguyen. The program coordinator, Gregory Pearlman, is the usual contact for application questions.