Internal MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Nassau University Medical Center Program

Internal Medicine residency program in East Meadow, New York, sponsored by Nassau University Medical Center.

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About Nassau University Medical Center Program

ACGME code
1403521254
Program director
Sofia Rubinstein
Location
East Meadow, New York
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
26
First-year spots
Applicants
5,684
Latest cycle
Interview rate
3.8%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
93%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Nassau University Medical Center Program is a community-based university affiliated Internal Medicine residency program in East Meadow, New York, sponsored by Nassau University Medical Center. It offers 26 first-year positions, higher than the typical Internal Medicine program (14).

In the latest application cycle the program received 5,684 applications and invited about 3.8% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Internal Medicine programs, which interview about 10.1% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 93% of current residents, compared with a median of 46.5% across Internal Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 50 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
  • 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
26
Interview rate
3.8%
Letters of recommendation
At least 4
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates2%
  • US DO graduates6%
  • US IMGs17%
  • Non-US IMGs76%

Demographics

  • Women44%
  • Men56%
  • White8%
  • Asian65%
  • Black or African American5%
  • Hispanic or Latino12%
  • Other2%

Contact and location

Program director
Sofia Rubinstein
Program coordinator
Susan Bunting
Coordinator phone
(516) 572-4835
Program phone
(516) 572-6047
Sponsoring institution
Nassau University Medical Center

Department of Medicine 2201 Hempstead Turnpike East Meadow, NY 11554 Open in Google Maps

Nassau University Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does Nassau University Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Nassau University Medical Center Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Nassau University Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 93% of residents at Nassau University Medical Center Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Internal Medicine program has 46.5% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Nassau University Medical Center Program offer?

Nassau University Medical Center Program offers 26 first-year Internal Medicine positions, and 7 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Nassau University Medical Center Program?

Nassau University Medical Center Program received 5,684 applications and interviewed about 3.8% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine program interviews about 10.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Nassau University Medical Center Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Nassau University Medical Center Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Internal Medicine programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 246.

Where is Nassau University Medical Center Program located?

Nassau University Medical Center Program is located at Department of Medicine 2201 Hempstead Turnpike East Meadow, NY 11554. Its sponsoring institution is Nassau University Medical Center.

Who is the program director of Nassau University Medical Center Program?

The program director is Sofia Rubinstein. The program coordinator, Susan Bunting, is the usual contact for application questions.

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