PediatricsCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

MaineHealth Program

Pediatrics residency program in Portland, Maine, sponsored by MaineHealth.

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About MaineHealth Program

ACGME code
3202211094
Program director
Laura Schroeder
Location
Portland, Maine
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
8
First-year spots
Applicants
499
Latest cycle
Interview rate
32.5%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
4%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

MaineHealth Program is a community-based university affiliated Pediatrics residency program in Portland, Maine, sponsored by MaineHealth. It offers 8 first-year positions, lower than the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 499 applications and invited about 32.5% 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 4% 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.

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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
8
Interview rate
32.5%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates68%
  • US DO graduates28%
  • US IMGs4%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women84%
  • Men16%
  • White84%
  • Asian12%
  • Hispanic or Latino4%
  • Other4%

Contact and location

Program director
Laura Schroeder
Program coordinator
Stephanie Salamone
Coordinator phone
(207) 662-2515
Program phone
(207) 662-4952
Sponsoring institution
MaineHealth

Maine Medical Center The Barbara Bush Children's Hospital 22 Bramhall Street Portland, ME 04102 Open in Google Maps

MaineHealth Program: frequently asked questions

Does MaineHealth Program sponsor visas?

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

Is MaineHealth Program IMG-friendly?

About 4% of residents at MaineHealth 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 MaineHealth Program offer?

MaineHealth Program offers 8 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 8 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is MaineHealth Program?

MaineHealth Program received 499 applications and interviewed about 32.5% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for MaineHealth Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has MaineHealth 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 MaineHealth Program located?

MaineHealth Program is located at Maine Medical Center The Barbara Bush Children's Hospital 22 Bramhall Street Portland, ME 04102. Its sponsoring institution is MaineHealth.

Who is the program director of MaineHealth Program?

The program director is Laura Schroeder. The program coordinator, Stephanie Salamone, is the usual contact for application questions.

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