PediatricsCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Atlantic Health Program

Pediatrics residency program in Morristown, New Jersey, sponsored by Atlantic Health.

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About Atlantic Health Program

ACGME code
3203321412
Program director
Mahsa Akhavan
Location
Morristown, New Jersey
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
12
First-year spots
Applicants
1,085
Latest cycle
Interview rate
27.2%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
45%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Atlantic Health Program is a community-based university affiliated Pediatrics residency program in Morristown, New Jersey, sponsored by Atlantic Health. It offers 12 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,085 applications and invited about 27.2% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Pediatrics interview rate of 27.6%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 45% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Pediatrics programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 64 hours a week in their first year. The program offers hospitalist, primary care and research tracks.

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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
12
Interview rate
27.2%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates8%
  • US DO graduates47%
  • US IMGs28%
  • Non-US IMGs17%

Demographics

  • Women83%
  • Men14%
  • White33%
  • Asian22%
  • Black or African American31%
  • Hispanic or Latino8%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native3%
  • Other11%

Contact and location

Program director
Mahsa Akhavan
Program coordinator
Kiley Alpert
Coordinator phone
(973) 971-7802
Program phone
(617) 726-8304
Sponsoring institution
Atlantic Health

Goryeb Children's Hospital-Atlantic Health System Pediatric Medical Education - Box 10 100 Madison Avenue Morristown, NJ 07960 Open in Google Maps

Atlantic Health Program: frequently asked questions

Does Atlantic Health Program sponsor visas?

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

Is Atlantic Health Program IMG-friendly?

About 45% of residents at Atlantic Health Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Pediatrics program has 20% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Atlantic Health Program offer?

Atlantic Health Program offers 12 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 9 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Atlantic Health Program?

Atlantic Health Program received 1,085 applications and interviewed about 27.2% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Atlantic 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 Atlantic Health Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Pediatrics programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 244.

Where is Atlantic Health Program located?

Atlantic Health Program is located at Goryeb Children's Hospital-Atlantic Health System Pediatric Medical Education - Box 10 100 Madison Avenue Morristown, NJ 07960. Its sponsoring institution is Atlantic Health.

Who is the program director of Atlantic Health Program?

The program director is Mahsa Akhavan. The program coordinator, Kiley Alpert, is the usual contact for application questions.

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