Family MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

University at Buffalo/Sisters of Charity Hospital Program

Family Medicine residency program in Buffalo, New York, sponsored by University at Buffalo School of Medicine.

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About University at Buffalo/Sisters of Charity Hospital Program

ACGME code
1203500733
Program director
Andrew Harbison
Location
Buffalo, New York
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
5
First-year spots
Applicants
315
Latest cycle
Interview rate
27.3%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

University at Buffalo/Sisters of Charity Hospital Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Buffalo, New York, sponsored by University at Buffalo School of Medicine. It offers 5 first-year positions, lower than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 315 applications and invited about 27.3% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Family Medicine programs, which interview about 21.6% of applicants.

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Family Medicine program has 22%. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 51 hours a week in their first year. The program offers primary care 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
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
5
Interview rate
27.3%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates7%
  • US DO graduates93%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women50%
  • Men50%
  • White43%
  • Asian43%
  • Other14%

Contact and location

Program director
Andrew Harbison
Program coordinator
Jennifer Hark-Hameister
Coordinator phone
(716) 862-1840
Sponsoring institution
University at Buffalo School of Medicine

2157 Main Street Buffalo, NY 14214 Open in Google Maps

University at Buffalo/Sisters of Charity Hospital Program: frequently asked questions

Does University at Buffalo/Sisters of Charity Hospital Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University at Buffalo/Sisters of Charity Hospital 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 University at Buffalo/Sisters of Charity Hospital Program IMG-friendly?

University at Buffalo/Sisters of Charity Hospital Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Family Medicine program has 22% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does University at Buffalo/Sisters of Charity Hospital Program offer?

University at Buffalo/Sisters of Charity Hospital Program offers 5 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 5 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University at Buffalo/Sisters of Charity Hospital Program?

University at Buffalo/Sisters of Charity Hospital Program received 315 applications and interviewed about 27.3% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University at Buffalo/Sisters of Charity Hospital 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/Sisters of Charity Hospital Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Family Medicine programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 237.

Where is University at Buffalo/Sisters of Charity Hospital Program located?

University at Buffalo/Sisters of Charity Hospital Program is located at 2157 Main Street Buffalo, NY 14214. Its sponsoring institution is University at Buffalo School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University at Buffalo/Sisters of Charity Hospital Program?

The program director is Andrew Harbison. The program coordinator, Jennifer Hark-Hameister, is the usual contact for application questions.