University at Buffalo Program Emergency Medicine Residency
Emergency Medicine residency program in Buffalo, New York, sponsored by University at Buffalo School of Medicine.
See how you matchAbout University at Buffalo Program
- ACGME code
- 1103531127
- Program director
- Christian DeFazio
- Location
- Buffalo, New York
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- Positions
- 16
- First-year spots
- IMG residents
- 25%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
- For residents
University at Buffalo Program is a community-based university affiliated Emergency Medicine residency program in Buffalo, New York, sponsored by University at Buffalo School of Medicine. It offers 16 first-year positions, higher than the typical Emergency Medicine program (11).
International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 25% of current residents, compared with a median of 8% across Emergency Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.
Residents work about 50 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research track.
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
- Year of graduation limit
- US clinical experience required
- Application deadline
- Residents' medical schools and countries
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Applications and interviews
- Positions offered
- 16
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 2
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates40%
- US DO graduates35%
- US IMGs21%
- Non-US IMGs4%
Demographics
- Women42%
- Men58%
- White65%
- Asian19%
- Black or African American13%
- Hispanic or Latino6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native4%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Christian DeFazio
- Program coordinator
- Diane McCarthy
- Coordinator phone
- (716) 645-9707
- Program phone
- (716) 645-9700
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- University at Buffalo School of Medicine
77 Goodell St Dept of Emergency Medicine Suite 340 Buffalo, NY 14203 Open in Google Maps
University at Buffalo Program: frequently asked questions
Does University at Buffalo Program sponsor visas?
Yes. University at Buffalo Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.
Is University at Buffalo Program IMG-friendly?
About 25% of residents at University at Buffalo 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 University at Buffalo Program offer?
University at Buffalo Program offers 16 first-year Emergency Medicine positions, and 16 were filled in the latest Match.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for University at Buffalo Program?
USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has University at Buffalo Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.
Where is University at Buffalo Program located?
University at Buffalo Program is located at 77 Goodell St Dept of Emergency Medicine Suite 340 Buffalo, NY 14203. Its sponsoring institution is University at Buffalo School of Medicine.
Who is the program director of University at Buffalo Program?
The program director is Christian DeFazio. The program coordinator, Diane McCarthy, is the usual contact for application questions.