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Hackensack Meridian Health Program

Orthopaedic Surgery residency program in Hackensack, New Jersey, sponsored by Hackensack Meridian Health.

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About Hackensack Meridian Health Program

ACGME code
2603300001
Program director
Wayne Berberian
Location
Hackensack, New Jersey
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
3
First-year spots
Applicants
340
Latest cycle
Interview rate
16.8%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Hackensack Meridian Health Program is a university Based Orthopaedic Surgery residency program in Hackensack, New Jersey, sponsored by Hackensack Meridian Health. It offers 3 first-year positions, lower than the typical Orthopaedic Surgery program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 340 applications and invited about 16.8% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Orthopaedic Surgery interview rate of 16.2%.

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Orthopaedic Surgery program has 0%. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

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
  • Application deadline
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
3
Interview rate
16.8%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Contact and location

Program director
Wayne Berberian
Program coordinator
LaToya James
Coordinator phone
(551) 289-4652
Program phone
–
Sponsoring institution
Hackensack Meridian Health

Hackensack University Medical Center 30 Prospect Avenue Hackensack, NJ 07601 Open in Google Maps

Hackensack Meridian Health Program: frequently asked questions

Does Hackensack Meridian Health Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Hackensack Meridian Health Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Hackensack Meridian Health Program IMG-friendly?

Hackensack Meridian Health Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Orthopaedic Surgery program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Hackensack Meridian Health Program offer?

Hackensack Meridian Health Program offers 3 first-year Orthopaedic Surgery positions, and 3 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Hackensack Meridian Health Program?

Hackensack Meridian Health Program received 340 applications and interviewed about 16.8% of applicants. The typical Orthopaedic Surgery program interviews about 16.2%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Hackensack Meridian Health Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Hackensack Meridian Health Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Orthopaedic Surgery programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 258.

Where is Hackensack Meridian Health Program located?

Hackensack Meridian Health Program is located at Hackensack University Medical Center 30 Prospect Avenue Hackensack, NJ 07601. Its sponsoring institution is Hackensack Meridian Health.

Who is the program director of Hackensack Meridian Health Program?

The program director is Wayne Berberian. The program coordinator, LaToya James, is the usual contact for application questions.