Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Staten Island University Hospital Program Neurology Residency
Neurology residency program in Staten Island, New York, sponsored by Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.
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- ACGME code
- 1803500156
- Program director
- Edward Yu
- Location
- Staten Island, New York
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- Positions
- 6
- First-year spots
- Applicants
- 500
- Latest cycle
- Interview rate
- 17.6%
- Of applicants invited
- IMG residents
- 28%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
- For residents
Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Staten Island University Hospital Program is a university Based Neurology residency program in Staten Island, New York, sponsored by Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. It offers 6 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Neurology program (6).
In the latest application cycle the program received 500 applications and invited about 17.6% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Neurology programs, which interview about 12.6% of applicants.
International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 28% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Neurology programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.
Residents work about 56 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
- Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
- Year of graduation limit
- Application deadline
- Residents' medical schools and countries
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Applications and interviews
- Positions offered
- 6
- Interview rate
- 17.6%
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 3
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates28%
- US DO graduates44%
- US IMGs11%
- Non-US IMGs17%
Demographics
- Women44%
- Men50%
- White17%
- Asian67%
- Hispanic or Latino6%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Edward Yu
- Program coordinator
- Sandra Anderson
- Coordinator phone
- (718) 226-5700
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell
475 Seaview Avenue Staten Island, NY 10305 Open in Google Maps
Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Staten Island University Hospital Program: frequently asked questions
Does Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Staten Island University Hospital Program sponsor visas?
Yes. Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Staten Island University Hospital Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.
Is Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Staten Island University Hospital Program IMG-friendly?
About 28% of residents at Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Staten Island University Hospital 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 Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Staten Island University Hospital Program offer?
Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Staten Island University Hospital Program offers 6 first-year Neurology positions, and 6 were filled in the latest Match.
How competitive is Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Staten Island University Hospital Program?
Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Staten Island University Hospital Program received 500 applications and interviewed about 17.6% of applicants. The typical Neurology program interviews about 12.6%.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Staten Island 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 Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Staten Island University Hospital Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Neurology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 250.
Where is Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Staten Island University Hospital Program located?
Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Staten Island University Hospital Program is located at 475 Seaview Avenue Staten Island, NY 10305. Its sponsoring institution is Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.
Who is the program director of Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Staten Island University Hospital Program?
The program director is Edward Yu. The program coordinator, Sandra Anderson, is the usual contact for application questions.