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Louisiana State University (Shreveport) Program

Pediatrics residency program in Shreveport, Louisiana, sponsored by LSU Health Sciences Center.

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About Louisiana State University (Shreveport) Program

ACGME code
3202111093
Program director
Elizabeth Tucker
Location
Shreveport, Louisiana
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
9
First-year spots
Applicants
1,215
Latest cycle
IMG residents
78%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Louisiana State University (Shreveport) Program is a university Based Pediatrics residency program in Shreveport, Louisiana, sponsored by LSU Health Sciences Center. It offers 9 first-year positions, lower than the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,215 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 78% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Pediatrics programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 61 hours a week in their first year. The program offers hospitalist and primary care 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
9
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates22%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs13%
  • Non-US IMGs65%

Demographics

  • Women61%
  • Men39%
  • White39%
  • Asian30%
  • Black or African American9%
  • Other4%

Contact and location

Program director
Elizabeth Tucker
Program coordinator
Crystal Morton
Coordinator phone
(318) 675-7869
Program phone
(318) 675-6044
Sponsoring institution
LSU Health Sciences Center

LSU Health Shreveport Dept of Pediatrics, LSUHS 1501 Kings Highway, PO Box 33932 Shreveport, LA 71103 Open in Google Maps

Louisiana State University (Shreveport) Program: frequently asked questions

Does Louisiana State University (Shreveport) Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Louisiana State University (Shreveport) Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Louisiana State University (Shreveport) Program IMG-friendly?

About 78% of residents at Louisiana State University (Shreveport) 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 Louisiana State University (Shreveport) Program offer?

Louisiana State University (Shreveport) Program offers 9 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 9 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Louisiana State University (Shreveport) Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Louisiana State University (Shreveport) Program's Step 2 CK minimum. 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 Louisiana State University (Shreveport) Program located?

Louisiana State University (Shreveport) Program is located at LSU Health Shreveport Dept of Pediatrics, LSUHS 1501 Kings Highway, PO Box 33932 Shreveport, LA 71103. Its sponsoring institution is LSU Health Sciences Center.

Who is the program director of Louisiana State University (Shreveport) Program?

The program director is Elizabeth Tucker. The program coordinator, Crystal Morton, is the usual contact for application questions.

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