Medical Genetics/PediatricsCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University Program

Medical Genetics/Pediatrics residency program in Columbus, Ohio, sponsored by Nationwide Children's Hospital.

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About Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University Program

ACGME code
7653844018
Program director
Scott Hickey
Location
Columbus, Ohio
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
1
First-year spots
Applicants
54
Latest cycle
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University Program is a community-based university affiliated Medical Genetics/Pediatrics residency program in Columbus, Ohio, sponsored by Nationwide Children's Hospital. It offers 1 first-year position.

In the latest application cycle the program received 54 applications.

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

Residents work about 55 hours a week in their first year. The program offers 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

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Applications and interviews

How often applicants were invited to interview, depending on the signal they sent.

  • Gold signal: interviewed0%
  • Silver signal: interviewed0%
  • No signal: interviewed0%
  • Geographic preference matched: interviewed0%
  • Geographic preference not matched: interviewed0%
Positions offered
1
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates83%
  • US DO graduates17%

Contact and location

Program director
Scott Hickey
Program coordinator
Justin King
Coordinator phone
(614) 722-6112
Program phone
(614) 722-3545
Sponsoring institution
Nationwide Children's Hospital

700 Children's Drive - Genetics Education Building ED1000/E1B Columbus, OH 43205 Open in Google Maps

Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University Program: frequently asked questions

Does Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University Program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University Program IMG-friendly?

Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. It sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University Program offer?

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

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State 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 Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.

Do program signals help at Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University Program?

Applicants who sent Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University Program a gold signal received interviews about 0% of the time, silver signals about 0%, and applicants without a signal about 0%.

Where is Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University Program located?

Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University Program is located at 700 Children's Drive - Genetics Education Building ED1000/E1B Columbus, OH 43205. Its sponsoring institution is Nationwide Children's Hospital.

Who is the program director of Nationwide Children's Hospital/Ohio State University Program?

The program director is Scott Hickey. The program coordinator, Justin King, is the usual contact for application questions.

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