Orthopaedic SurgeryUniversity Based

SUNY Upstate Medical University Program

Orthopaedic Surgery residency program in Syracuse, New York, sponsored by SUNY Upstate Medical University.

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About SUNY Upstate Medical University Program

ACGME code
2603521048
Program director
Matthew Sullivan
Location
Syracuse, New York
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
5
First-year spots
Applicants
332
Latest cycle
Interview rate
18.4%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

SUNY Upstate Medical University Program is a university Based Orthopaedic Surgery residency program in Syracuse, New York, sponsored by SUNY Upstate Medical University. It offers 5 first-year positions, higher than the typical Orthopaedic Surgery program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 332 applications and invited about 18.4% 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 does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas.

Residents work about 60 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
5
Interview rate
18.4%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
None

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates92%
  • US DO graduates8%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women17%
  • Men83%
  • White79%
  • Asian13%
  • Black or African American4%
  • Hispanic or Latino4%

Contact and location

Program director
Matthew Sullivan
Program coordinator
Jessica O'Connor
Coordinator phone
(315) 464-6448
Sponsoring institution
SUNY Upstate Medical University

SUNY Health Science Center 750 East Adams Street UH 4400 Syracuse, NY 13210 Open in Google Maps

SUNY Upstate Medical University Program: frequently asked questions

Does SUNY Upstate Medical University Program sponsor visas?

SUNY Upstate Medical University Program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas. International applicants who need a visa should confirm with the program before applying.

Is SUNY Upstate Medical University Program IMG-friendly?

SUNY Upstate Medical University Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Orthopaedic Surgery program has 0% IMG residents.

How many residency positions does SUNY Upstate Medical University Program offer?

SUNY Upstate Medical University Program offers 5 first-year Orthopaedic Surgery positions, and 5 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is SUNY Upstate Medical University Program?

SUNY Upstate Medical University Program received 332 applications and interviewed about 18.4% of applicants. The typical Orthopaedic Surgery program interviews about 16.2%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for SUNY Upstate Medical 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 Upstate Medical University 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 SUNY Upstate Medical University Program located?

SUNY Upstate Medical University Program is located at SUNY Health Science Center 750 East Adams Street UH 4400 Syracuse, NY 13210. Its sponsoring institution is SUNY Upstate Medical University.

Who is the program director of SUNY Upstate Medical University Program?

The program director is Matthew Sullivan. The program coordinator, Jessica O'Connor, is the usual contact for application questions.