Emergency Medicine/PediatricsCommunity-based university affiliated

Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program

Emergency Medicine/Pediatrics residency program in New Orleans, Louisiana, sponsored by Louisiana State University School of Medicine.

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About Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program

ACGME code
7252144010
Program director
Kathryn Hodgdon
Location
New Orleans, Louisiana
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
1
First-year spots
IMG residents
15.8%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program is a community-based university affiliated Emergency Medicine/Pediatrics residency program in New Orleans, Louisiana, sponsored by Louisiana State University School of Medicine. It offers 1 first-year position.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 15.8% of current residents. The program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas.

Residents work about 52 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.

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
1
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
None

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates84%
  • US DO graduates0%

Contact and location

Program director
Kathryn Hodgdon
Program coordinator
Kelly Allerton
Coordinator phone
(504) 896-9800
Program phone
(504) 896-2891
Email
[email protected]
Website
Program website
Sponsoring institution
Louisiana State University School of Medicine

Children's Hospital 200 Henry Clay Avenue Department of Pediatrics New Orleans, LA 70118 Open in Google Maps

Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas. International applicants who need a visa should confirm with the program before applying.

Is Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

About 15.8% of residents at Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs.

How many residency positions does Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program offer?

Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program offers 1 first-year Emergency Medicine/Pediatrics position, and 1 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program does not publish a Step 2 CK minimum, so compare your score with the specialty overall.

Where is Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program located?

Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program is located at Children's Hospital 200 Henry Clay Avenue Department of Pediatrics New Orleans, LA 70118. Its sponsoring institution is Louisiana State University School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program?

The program director is Kathryn Hodgdon. The program coordinator, Kelly Allerton, is the usual contact for application questions.