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Driscoll Children's Hospital Program

Pediatrics residency program in Edinburg, Texas, sponsored by Driscoll Children's Hospital.

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About Driscoll Children's Hospital Program

ACGME code
3204800002
Program director
Ayesha Mirza
Location
Edinburg, Texas
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
8
First-year spots
Applicants
857
Latest cycle
Interview rate
13.5%
Of applicants invited
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Driscoll Children's Hospital Program is a community-based Pediatrics residency program in Edinburg, Texas, sponsored by Driscoll Children's Hospital. It offers 8 first-year positions, lower than the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 857 applications and invited about 13.5% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Pediatrics programs, which interview about 27.6% of applicants.

The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 55 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 scores of interviewed applicants

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
8
Interview rate
13.5%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Contact and location

Program director
Ayesha Mirza
Program coordinator
Larisa Garcia
Coordinator phone
(956) 558-6650
Sponsoring institution
Driscoll Children's Hospital

2820 Michaelangelo Dr Edinburg, TX 78539 Open in Google Maps

Driscoll Children's Hospital Program: frequently asked questions

Does Driscoll Children's Hospital Program sponsor visas?

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

How many residency positions does Driscoll Children's Hospital Program offer?

Driscoll Children's Hospital Program offers 8 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 7 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Driscoll Children's Hospital Program?

Driscoll Children's Hospital Program received 857 applications and interviewed about 13.5% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

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

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Driscoll Children's Hospital Program's Step 2 CK score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Pediatrics programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 244.

Where is Driscoll Children's Hospital Program located?

Driscoll Children's Hospital Program is located at 2820 Michaelangelo Dr Edinburg, TX 78539. Its sponsoring institution is Driscoll Children's Hospital.

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

The program director is Ayesha Mirza. The program coordinator, Larisa Garcia, is the usual contact for application questions.

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