Nuclear MedicineUniversity BasedSponsors J-1

UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center Program

Nuclear Medicine residency program in Los Angeles, California, sponsored by UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center.

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About UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center Program

ACGME code
2000511013
Program director
Pawan Gupta
Location
Los Angeles, California
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Applicants
58
Latest cycle
IMG residents
72.2%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center Program is a university Based Nuclear Medicine residency program in Los Angeles, California, sponsored by UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center.

In the latest application cycle the program received 58 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 72.2% of current residents. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 40 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

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Applications and interviews

Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates17%
  • US DO graduates0%

Contact and location

Program director
Pawan Gupta
Program coordinator
Soosan Seyedroodbari
Coordinator phone
(310) 794-1596
Program phone
(310) 825-7926
Sponsoring institution
UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center

UCLA School of Medicine 200 Medical Plaza, Suite B114 Los Angeles, CA 90095-7370 Open in Google Maps

UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 72.2% of residents at UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. It sponsors J-1 visas.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.

Where is UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center Program located?

UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center Program is located at UCLA School of Medicine 200 Medical Plaza, Suite B114 Los Angeles, CA 90095-7370. Its sponsoring institution is UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center.

Who is the program director of UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine/UCLA Medical Center Program?

The program director is Pawan Gupta. The program coordinator, Soosan Seyedroodbari, is the usual contact for application questions.