University of Puerto Rico Program Neurology Residency
Neurology residency program in San Juan, Puerto Rico, sponsored by University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine.
See how you matchAbout University of Puerto Rico Program
- ACGME code
- 1804221104
- Program director
- Ignacio Pita Garcia
- Location
- San Juan, Puerto Rico
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- Positions
- 4
- First-year spots
- Applicants
- 122
- Latest cycle
- IMG residents
- 42%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
- For residents
University of Puerto Rico Program is a university Based Neurology residency program in San Juan, Puerto Rico, sponsored by University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine. It offers 4 first-year positions, lower than the typical Neurology program (6).
In the latest application cycle the program received 122 applications.
International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 42% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Neurology programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.
Residents work about 70 hours a week in their first year. The program offers hospitalist, primary care, research, rural and women's health 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
- 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 2
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates58%
- US DO graduates0%
- US IMGs42%
- Non-US IMGs0%
Demographics
- Women58%
- Men42%
- White8%
- Hispanic or Latino100%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Ignacio Pita Garcia
- Program coordinator
- Katherine Padilla
- Coordinator phone
- (787) 777-3535
- Program phone
- (787) 948-2231
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine
Neurology Section PO Box 365067 San Juan, PR 00936-5067 Open in Google Maps
University of Puerto Rico Program: frequently asked questions
Does University of Puerto Rico Program sponsor visas?
Yes. University of Puerto Rico Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.
Is University of Puerto Rico Program IMG-friendly?
About 42% of residents at University of Puerto Rico Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Neurology program has 20% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.
How many residency positions does University of Puerto Rico Program offer?
University of Puerto Rico Program offers 4 first-year Neurology positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Puerto Rico 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 of Puerto Rico Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Neurology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 250.
Where is University of Puerto Rico Program located?
University of Puerto Rico Program is located at Neurology Section PO Box 365067 San Juan, PR 00936-5067. Its sponsoring institution is University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine.
Who is the program director of University of Puerto Rico Program?
The program director is Ignacio Pita Garcia. The program coordinator, Katherine Padilla, is the usual contact for application questions.