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Baylor College of Medicine (Houston) Program

Pediatrics residency program in Houston, Texas, sponsored by Baylor College of Medicine.

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About Baylor College of Medicine (Houston) Program

ACGME code
3204821232
Program director
Brian Rissmiller
Location
Houston, Texas
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
45
First-year spots
Applicants
1,156
Latest cycle
Interview rate
34.5%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
5%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Baylor College of Medicine (Houston) Program is a university Based Pediatrics residency program in Houston, Texas, sponsored by Baylor College of Medicine. It offers 45 first-year positions, higher than the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,156 applications and invited about 34.5% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Pediatrics programs, which interview about 27.6% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 5% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Pediatrics programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 60 hours a week in their first year. The program offers primary care track.

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
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
45
Interview rate
34.5%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates81%
  • US DO graduates14%
  • US IMGs3%
  • Non-US IMGs2%

Demographics

  • Women81%
  • Men18%
  • White43%
  • Asian33%
  • Black or African American11%
  • Hispanic or Latino13%
  • Other1%

Contact and location

Program director
Brian Rissmiller
Program coordinator
denise Kettlewell
Coordinator phone
(832) 824-3500
Sponsoring institution
Baylor College of Medicine

Texas Children's Hospital 6621 Fannin Street WT 19th floor, House Staff Office Houston, TX 77030-2303 Open in Google Maps

Baylor College of Medicine (Houston) Program: frequently asked questions

Does Baylor College of Medicine (Houston) Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Baylor College of Medicine (Houston) Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Baylor College of Medicine (Houston) Program IMG-friendly?

About 5% of residents at Baylor College of Medicine (Houston) Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Pediatrics program has 20% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Baylor College of Medicine (Houston) Program offer?

Baylor College of Medicine (Houston) Program offers 45 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 45 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Baylor College of Medicine (Houston) Program?

Baylor College of Medicine (Houston) Program received 1,156 applications and interviewed about 34.5% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Baylor College of Medicine (Houston) Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Baylor College of Medicine (Houston) 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 Baylor College of Medicine (Houston) Program located?

Baylor College of Medicine (Houston) Program is located at Texas Children's Hospital 6621 Fannin Street WT 19th floor, House Staff Office Houston, TX 77030-2303. Its sponsoring institution is Baylor College of Medicine.

Who is the program director of Baylor College of Medicine (Houston) Program?

The program director is Brian Rissmiller. The program coordinator, denise Kettlewell, is the usual contact for application questions.

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