University at Buffalo Program Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency
Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program in Buffalo, New York, sponsored by University at Buffalo School of Medicine.
See how you matchAbout University at Buffalo Program
- ACGME code
- 2203521172
- Program director
- Tova Ablove
- Location
- Buffalo, New York
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- Positions
- 9
- First-year spots
- IMG residents
- 22%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
- For residents
University at Buffalo Program is a university Based Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program in Buffalo, New York, sponsored by University at Buffalo School of Medicine. It offers 9 first-year positions, higher than the typical Obstetrics and Gynecology program (5).
International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 22% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Obstetrics and Gynecology programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.
Residents work about 70 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
- Year of graduation limit
- Application deadline
- Residents' medical schools and countries
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Applications and interviews
- Positions offered
- 9
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 3
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates53%
- US DO graduates25%
- US IMGs14%
- Non-US IMGs8%
Demographics
- Women75%
- Men19%
- White72%
- Asian14%
- Black or African American6%
- Hispanic or Latino8%
- Other6%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Tova Ablove
- Program coordinator
- Amy Bumbaco
- Coordinator phone
- (716) 698-4334
- Program phone
- (716) 323-0631
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- University at Buffalo School of Medicine
Conventus 1001 Main Street, 5th Flr Dept. Ob/Gyn Buffalo, NY 14203 Open in Google Maps
University at Buffalo Program: frequently asked questions
Does University at Buffalo Program sponsor visas?
Yes. University at Buffalo Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.
Is University at Buffalo Program IMG-friendly?
About 22% of residents at University at Buffalo Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Obstetrics and Gynecology program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.
How many residency positions does University at Buffalo Program offer?
University at Buffalo Program offers 9 first-year Obstetrics and Gynecology positions, and 9 were filled in the latest Match.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for University at Buffalo 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 at Buffalo Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.
Where is University at Buffalo Program located?
University at Buffalo Program is located at Conventus 1001 Main Street, 5th Flr Dept. Ob/Gyn Buffalo, NY 14203. Its sponsoring institution is University at Buffalo School of Medicine.
Who is the program director of University at Buffalo Program?
The program director is Tova Ablove. The program coordinator, Amy Bumbaco, is the usual contact for application questions.