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Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Program

Medical Genetics/Pediatrics residency program in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, sponsored by Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

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About Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Program

ACGME code
7654144003
Program director
Cara Skraban
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
1
First-year spots
Applicants
51
Latest cycle
Interview rate
23.5%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Program is a university Based Medical Genetics/Pediatrics residency program in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, sponsored by Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. It offers 1 first-year position.

In the latest application cycle the program received 51 applications and invited about 23.5% of applicants to interview.

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs). The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 50 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research 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 scores of interviewed applicants
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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
1
Interview rate
23.5%
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates87%
  • US DO graduates0%

Contact and location

Program director
Cara Skraban
Program coordinator
Debbie Cini
Coordinator phone
(215) 590-2437
Program phone
(267) 250-9149
Sponsoring institution
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

3500 Civic Center Blvd - Hub for Clinical Collaboration Division of Human Genetics 12th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19104-4399 Open in Google Maps

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Program: frequently asked questions

Does Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Program IMG-friendly?

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Program offer?

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Program offers 1 first-year Medical Genetics/Pediatrics position, and 1 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Program?

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Program received 51 applications and interviewed about 23.5% of applicants.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Program's Step 2 CK score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see it.

Where is Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Program located?

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Program is located at 3500 Civic Center Blvd - Hub for Clinical Collaboration Division of Human Genetics 12th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19104-4399. Its sponsoring institution is Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

Who is the program director of Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Program?

The program director is Cara Skraban. The program coordinator, Debbie Cini, is the usual contact for application questions.