Orthopaedic SurgeryCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Nassau University Medical Center Program

Orthopaedic Surgery residency program in East Meadow, New York, sponsored by Nassau University Medical Center.

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About Nassau University Medical Center Program

ACGME code
2603500223
Program director
Elizabeth Morrison
Location
East Meadow, New York
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
3
First-year spots
Applicants
396
Latest cycle
Interview rate
18.2%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
9%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Nassau University Medical Center Program is a community-based university affiliated Orthopaedic Surgery residency program in East Meadow, New York, sponsored by Nassau University Medical Center. It offers 3 first-year positions, lower than the typical Orthopaedic Surgery program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 396 applications and invited about 18.2% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Orthopaedic Surgery interview rate of 16.2%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 9% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Orthopaedic Surgery 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
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
3
Interview rate
18.2%
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates9%
  • US DO graduates82%
  • US IMGs9%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Men100%
  • White82%
  • Asian9%
  • Black or African American9%
  • Hispanic or Latino9%

Contact and location

Program director
Elizabeth Morrison
Program coordinator
Shaleé Richardson
Coordinator phone
(516) 296-3339
Program phone
(516) 296-2659
Sponsoring institution
Nassau University Medical Center

2201 Hempstead Turnpike East Meadow, NY 11554 Open in Google Maps

Nassau University Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does Nassau University Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Nassau University 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 Nassau University Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 9% of residents at Nassau University Medical Center Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Orthopaedic Surgery program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Nassau University Medical Center Program offer?

Nassau University Medical Center Program offers 3 first-year Orthopaedic Surgery positions, and 3 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Nassau University Medical Center Program?

Nassau University Medical Center Program received 396 applications and interviewed about 18.2% of applicants. The typical Orthopaedic Surgery program interviews about 16.2%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Nassau University 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 Nassau University Medical Center 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 Nassau University Medical Center Program located?

Nassau University Medical Center Program is located at 2201 Hempstead Turnpike East Meadow, NY 11554. Its sponsoring institution is Nassau University Medical Center.

Who is the program director of Nassau University Medical Center Program?

The program director is Elizabeth Morrison. The program coordinator, Shaleé Richardson, is the usual contact for application questions.