Internal MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Richmond University Medical Center Program

Internal Medicine residency program in Staten Island, New York, sponsored by Richmond University Medical Center.

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About Richmond University Medical Center Program

ACGME code
1403511303
Program director
Jay Nfonoyim
Location
Staten Island, New York
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
12
First-year spots
Applicants
6,412
Latest cycle
Interview rate
4.5%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
88%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Richmond University Medical Center Program is a community-based university affiliated Internal Medicine residency program in Staten Island, New York, sponsored by Richmond University Medical Center. It offers 12 first-year positions, lower than the typical Internal Medicine program (14).

In the latest application cycle the program received 6,412 applications and invited about 4.5% 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 88% of current residents, compared with a median of 46.5% across Internal Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 65 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
12
Interview rate
4.5%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates3%
  • US DO graduates8%
  • US IMGs15%
  • Non-US IMGs73%

Demographics

  • Women65%
  • Men35%
  • White10%
  • Asian42%
  • Black or African American24%
  • Hispanic or Latino7%
  • Other6%

Contact and location

Program director
Jay Nfonoyim
Program coordinator
Sarina Libonati
Coordinator phone
(718) 818-2419
Program phone
(718) 818-4355
Sponsoring institution
Richmond University Medical Center

335 Bard Avenue Staten Island, NY 10310 Open in Google Maps

Richmond University Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does Richmond University Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Richmond 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 Richmond University Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 88% of residents at Richmond 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 Richmond University Medical Center Program offer?

Richmond University Medical Center Program offers 12 first-year Internal Medicine positions, and 12 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Richmond University Medical Center Program?

Richmond University Medical Center Program received 6,412 applications and interviewed about 4.5% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine program interviews about 10.1%.

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

Richmond University Medical Center Program is located at 335 Bard Avenue Staten Island, NY 10310. Its sponsoring institution is Richmond University Medical Center.

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

The program director is Jay Nfonoyim. The program coordinator, Sarina Libonati, is the usual contact for application questions.

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