Neurological SurgeryUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

Duke University Hospital Program

Neurological Surgery residency program in Durham, North Carolina, sponsored by Duke University Hospital.

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About Duke University Hospital Program

ACGME code
1603621060
Program director
Steven Cook
Location
Durham, North Carolina
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
3
First-year spots
Applicants
348
Latest cycle
IMG residents
10%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Duke University Hospital Program is a university Based Neurological Surgery residency program in Durham, North Carolina, sponsored by Duke University Hospital. It offers 3 first-year positions, higher than the typical Neurological Surgery program (2).

In the latest application cycle the program received 348 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 10% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Neurological Surgery programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 72 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 minimum score
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
3
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates90%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs10%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women43%
  • Men57%
  • White57%
  • Asian19%
  • Black or African American19%
  • Hispanic or Latino10%

Contact and location

Program director
Steven Cook
Program coordinator
Sherolyn Patterson
Coordinator phone
(919) 684-3053
Sponsoring institution
Duke University Hospital

Box 3807 Department of Neurosurgery Durham, NC 27710 Open in Google Maps

Duke University Hospital Program: frequently asked questions

Does Duke University Hospital Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Duke University Hospital 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 Duke University Hospital Program IMG-friendly?

About 10% of residents at Duke University Hospital Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Neurological Surgery program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does Duke University Hospital Program offer?

Duke University Hospital Program offers 3 first-year Neurological Surgery positions, and 3 were filled in the latest Match.

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

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Duke University Hospital Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Neurological Surgery programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 256.

Where is Duke University Hospital Program located?

Duke University Hospital Program is located at Box 3807 Department of Neurosurgery Durham, NC 27710. Its sponsoring institution is Duke University Hospital.

Who is the program director of Duke University Hospital Program?

The program director is Steven Cook. The program coordinator, Sherolyn Patterson, is the usual contact for application questions.