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Tulane University Program

Internal Medicine residency program in New Orleans, Louisiana, sponsored by Tulane University School of Medicine.

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About Tulane University Program

ACGME code
1402121147
Program director
Deepa Bhatnagar
Location
New Orleans, Louisiana
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
35
First-year spots
Applicants
2,539
Latest cycle
Interview rate
17.2%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
21%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Tulane University Program is a university Based Internal Medicine residency program in New Orleans, Louisiana, sponsored by Tulane University School of Medicine. It offers 35 first-year positions, higher than the typical Internal Medicine program (14).

In the latest application cycle the program received 2,539 applications and invited about 17.2% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Internal Medicine programs, which interview about 10.1% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 21% of current residents, compared with a median of 46.5% across Internal Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 60 hours a week in their first year. The program offers hospitalist, primary care and research tracks.

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
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
35
Interview rate
17.2%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates74%
  • US DO graduates5%
  • US IMGs11%
  • Non-US IMGs10%

Demographics

  • Women53%
  • Men47%
  • White37%
  • Asian34%
  • Black or African American16%
  • Hispanic or Latino9%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native1%
  • Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander1%

Contact and location

Program director
Deepa Bhatnagar
Program coordinator
Lauren Nassar
Coordinator phone
(504) 988-7809
Sponsoring institution
Tulane University School of Medicine

Department of Medicine 1430 Tulane Avenue, #8050 New Orleans, LA 70112 Open in Google Maps

Tulane University Program: frequently asked questions

Does Tulane University Program sponsor visas?

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

Is Tulane University Program IMG-friendly?

About 21% of residents at Tulane University Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Internal Medicine program has 46.5% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Tulane University Program offer?

Tulane University Program offers 35 first-year Internal Medicine positions, and 35 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Tulane University Program?

Tulane University Program received 2,539 applications and interviewed about 17.2% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine program interviews about 10.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Tulane University Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Tulane University 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 Tulane University Program located?

Tulane University Program is located at Department of Medicine 1430 Tulane Avenue, #8050 New Orleans, LA 70112. Its sponsoring institution is Tulane University School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of Tulane University Program?

The program director is Deepa Bhatnagar. The program coordinator, Lauren Nassar, is the usual contact for application questions.

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