Obstetrics and GynecologyCommunity-basedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

Jamaica Hospital Medical Center Program

Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program in Jamaica, New York, sponsored by Jamaica Hospital Medical Center.

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About Jamaica Hospital Medical Center Program

ACGME code
2203521186
Program director
Janice Ascencio
Location
Jamaica, New York
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
3
First-year spots
IMG residents
45%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Jamaica Hospital Medical Center Program is a community-based Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program in Jamaica, New York, sponsored by Jamaica Hospital Medical Center. It offers 3 first-year positions, lower than the typical Obstetrics and Gynecology program (5).

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 45% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Obstetrics and Gynecology programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 75 hours a week in their first year. The program offers women's health 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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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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
3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates36%
  • US DO graduates18%
  • US IMGs45%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women82%
  • Men18%
  • White45%
  • Asian45%
  • Black or African American18%
  • Hispanic or Latino9%
  • Other9%

Contact and location

Program director
Janice Ascencio
Program coordinator
Melissa Estrella
Coordinator phone
(718) 206-6822
Sponsoring institution
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center

89-06 135th Streeet, Suite 6A Jamaica, NY 11418 Open in Google Maps

Jamaica Hospital Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does Jamaica Hospital Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Jamaica Hospital Medical Center 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 Jamaica Hospital Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 45% of residents at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Obstetrics and Gynecology program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does Jamaica Hospital Medical Center Program offer?

Jamaica Hospital Medical Center Program offers 3 first-year Obstetrics and Gynecology positions, and 3 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Jamaica Hospital 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 Jamaica Hospital Medical Center Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.

Do program signals help at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center Program?

Applicants who sent Jamaica Hospital Medical Center Program a gold signal received interviews about 0% of the time, silver signals about 0%, and applicants without a signal about 0%.

Where is Jamaica Hospital Medical Center Program located?

Jamaica Hospital Medical Center Program is located at 89-06 135th Streeet, Suite 6A Jamaica, NY 11418. Its sponsoring institution is Jamaica Hospital Medical Center.

Who is the program director of Jamaica Hospital Medical Center Program?

The program director is Janice Ascencio. The program coordinator, Melissa Estrella, is the usual contact for application questions.

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