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

New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program

Pediatrics residency program in New York, New York, sponsored by New York Medical College.

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About New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program

ACGME code
3203521393
Program director
Joselyn Denise Salvador-Sison
Location
New York, New York
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
7
First-year spots
Applicants
1,526
Latest cycle
Interview rate
8.5%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
100%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program is a community-based university affiliated Pediatrics residency program in New York, New York, sponsored by New York Medical College. It offers 7 first-year positions, lower than the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,526 applications and invited about 8.5% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Pediatrics programs, which interview about 27.6% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 100% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Pediatrics programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 75 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
7
Interview rate
8.5%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates0%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs23%
  • Non-US IMGs77%

Demographics

  • Women41%
  • Men59%
  • White14%
  • Asian50%
  • Black or African American18%
  • Hispanic or Latino14%
  • Other5%

Contact and location

Program director
Joselyn Denise Salvador-Sison
Program coordinator
Yvette Dingwall
Coordinator phone
(212) 423-7834
Program phone
(212) 423-6735
Sponsoring institution
New York Medical College

Metropolitan Hospital Center 1901 First Avenue New York, NY 10029 Open in Google Maps

New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program: frequently asked questions

Does New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program sponsor visas?

Yes. New York Medical College (Metropolitan) 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 New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program IMG-friendly?

About 100% of residents at New York Medical College (Metropolitan) 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 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program offer?

New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program offers 7 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 7 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program?

New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program received 1,526 applications and interviewed about 8.5% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has New York Medical College (Metropolitan) 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 New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program located?

New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program is located at Metropolitan Hospital Center 1901 First Avenue New York, NY 10029. Its sponsoring institution is New York Medical College.

Who is the program director of New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program?

The program director is Joselyn Denise Salvador-Sison. The program coordinator, Yvette Dingwall, is the usual contact for application questions.

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