SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University Program Ophthalmology Residency
Ophthalmology residency program in Brooklyn, New York, sponsored by SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University.
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- ACGME code
- 2403521113
- Program director
- John Laudi
- Location
- Brooklyn, New York
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- IMG residents
- 8%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
- For residents
SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University Program is a university Based Ophthalmology residency program in Brooklyn, New York, sponsored by SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University.
International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 8% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Ophthalmology programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.
Residents work about 55 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
- US clinical experience required
- Application deadline
- Residents' medical schools and countries
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Applications and interviews
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 2
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates83%
- US DO graduates8%
- US IMGs0%
- Non-US IMGs8%
Demographics
- Women33%
- Men67%
- White54%
- Asian33%
- Black or African American13%
- Hispanic or Latino13%
- Other4%
Contact and location
- Program director
- John Laudi
- Program coordinator
- Beatrice Pierre-Francoeur
- Coordinator phone
- (718) 270-1962
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University
SUNY-Downstate Medical Center 450 Clarkson Ave, MSC 58 Department of Ophthalmology Brooklyn, NY 11203-2908 Open in Google Maps
SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University Program: frequently asked questions
Does SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University Program sponsor visas?
Yes. SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.
Is SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University Program IMG-friendly?
About 8% of residents at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Ophthalmology program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University Program?
USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.
Where is SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University Program located?
SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University Program is located at SUNY-Downstate Medical Center 450 Clarkson Ave, MSC 58 Department of Ophthalmology Brooklyn, NY 11203-2908. Its sponsoring institution is SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University.
Who is the program director of SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University Program?
The program director is John Laudi. The program coordinator, Beatrice Pierre-Francoeur, is the usual contact for application questions.