PediatricsCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Children's Hospital Los Angeles Program

Pediatrics residency program in Los Angeles, California, sponsored by Children's Hospital Los Angeles.

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About Children's Hospital Los Angeles Program

ACGME code
3200511028
Program director
Michelle Thompson
Location
Los Angeles, California
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
35
First-year spots
Applicants
1,015
Latest cycle
IMG residents
11%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Children's Hospital Los Angeles Program is a community-based university affiliated Pediatrics residency program in Los Angeles, California, sponsored by Children's Hospital Los Angeles. It offers 35 first-year positions, higher than the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,015 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 11% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Pediatrics programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 65 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
35
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates81%
  • US DO graduates8%
  • US IMGs2%
  • Non-US IMGs9%

Demographics

  • Women82%
  • Men18%
  • White46%
  • Asian35%
  • Black or African American3%
  • Hispanic or Latino21%
  • Other4%

Contact and location

Program director
Michelle Thompson
Program coordinator
Helen Hernandez
Coordinator phone
(323) 361-4709
Program phone
(323) 361-2122
Sponsoring institution
Children's Hospital Los Angeles

4650 Sunset Blvd MS #68 Los Angeles, CA 90027 Open in Google Maps

Children's Hospital Los Angeles Program: frequently asked questions

Does Children's Hospital Los Angeles Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Children's Hospital Los Angeles Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Children's Hospital Los Angeles Program IMG-friendly?

About 11% of residents at Children's Hospital Los Angeles 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 Children's Hospital Los Angeles Program offer?

Children's Hospital Los Angeles Program offers 35 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 35 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Children's Hospital Los Angeles Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Children's Hospital Los Angeles 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 Children's Hospital Los Angeles Program located?

Children's Hospital Los Angeles Program is located at 4650 Sunset Blvd MS #68 Los Angeles, CA 90027. Its sponsoring institution is Children's Hospital Los Angeles.

Who is the program director of Children's Hospital Los Angeles Program?

The program director is Michelle Thompson. The program coordinator, Helen Hernandez, is the usual contact for application questions.

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