Internal Medicine/PediatricsCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

University at Buffalo Program

Internal Medicine/Pediatrics residency program in Buffalo, New York, sponsored by University at Buffalo School of Medicine.

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About University at Buffalo Program

ACGME code
7003532049
Program director
Michael Aronica
Location
Buffalo, New York
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
4
First-year spots
Applicants
226
Latest cycle
IMG residents
13%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University at Buffalo Program is a community-based university affiliated Internal Medicine/Pediatrics residency program in Buffalo, New York, sponsored by University at Buffalo School of Medicine. It offers 4 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Internal Medicine/Pediatrics program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 226 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 13% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Internal Medicine/Pediatrics programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 60 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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
4
Letters of recommendation
At least 4
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates60%
  • US DO graduates27%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs13%

Demographics

  • Women80%
  • Men13%
  • White87%
  • Asian13%
  • Black or African American7%

Contact and location

Program director
Michael Aronica
Program coordinator
Ellen Dubie
Coordinator phone
(716) 961-9412
Sponsoring institution
University at Buffalo School of Medicine

Division of Internal Medicine-Pediatrics 77 Goodell Street Suite 310 Buffalo, NY 14203 Open in Google Maps

University at Buffalo Program: frequently asked questions

Does University at Buffalo Program sponsor visas?

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

Is University at Buffalo Program IMG-friendly?

About 13% of residents at University at Buffalo Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Internal Medicine/Pediatrics program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does University at Buffalo Program offer?

University at Buffalo Program offers 4 first-year Internal Medicine/Pediatrics positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University at Buffalo 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 Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Internal Medicine/Pediatrics programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 255.

Where is University at Buffalo Program located?

University at Buffalo Program is located at Division of Internal Medicine-Pediatrics 77 Goodell Street Suite 310 Buffalo, NY 14203. Its sponsoring institution is University at Buffalo School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University at Buffalo Program?

The program director is Michael Aronica. The program coordinator, Ellen Dubie, is the usual contact for application questions.