PediatricsCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Program

Pediatrics residency program in Los Angeles, California, sponsored by Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.

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About Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Program

ACGME code
3200500002
Program director
Arthur Cho
Location
Los Angeles, California
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
8
First-year spots
Applicants
800
Latest cycle
Interview rate
28.3%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
7%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Program is a community-based university affiliated Pediatrics residency program in Los Angeles, California, sponsored by Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. It offers 8 first-year positions, lower than the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 800 applications and invited about 28.3% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Pediatrics interview rate of 27.6%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 7% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Pediatrics programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 51 hours a week in their first year. The program offers 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
8
Interview rate
28.3%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates87%
  • US DO graduates7%
  • US IMGs7%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women60%
  • Men40%
  • White33%
  • Asian40%
  • Black or African American13%
  • Hispanic or Latino7%
  • Other7%

Contact and location

Program director
Arthur Cho
Program coordinator
Calvin Lee
Coordinator phone
(310) 423-8455
Program phone
(310) 423-3511
Sponsoring institution
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

8700 Beverly Blvd Suite 4400 Los Angeles, CA 90048 Open in Google Maps

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 7% of residents at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center 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 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Program offer?

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Program offers 8 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 8 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Program?

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Program received 800 applications and interviewed about 28.3% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Cedars-Sinai 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 Cedars-Sinai Medical Center 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 Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Program located?

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Program is located at 8700 Beverly Blvd Suite 4400 Los Angeles, CA 90048. Its sponsoring institution is Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.

Who is the program director of Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Program?

The program director is Arthur Cho. The program coordinator, Calvin Lee, is the usual contact for application questions.

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