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Rhode Island Hospital/Brown University Health Program

Pediatrics residency program in Providence, Rhode Island, sponsored by Rhode Island Hospital/Brown University Health.

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About Rhode Island Hospital/Brown University Health Program

ACGME code
3204321218
Program director
Brian Lurie
Location
Providence, Rhode Island
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
16
First-year spots
Applicants
740
Latest cycle
Interview rate
42.8%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Rhode Island Hospital/Brown University Health Program is a university Based Pediatrics residency program in Providence, Rhode Island, sponsored by Rhode Island Hospital/Brown University Health. It offers 16 first-year positions, higher than the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 740 applications and invited about 42.8% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Pediatrics programs, which interview about 27.6% of applicants.

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Pediatrics program has 20%. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 70 hours a week in their first year. The program offers hospitalist, primary care and research 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
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
16
Interview rate
42.8%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates86%
  • US DO graduates14%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women80%
  • Men20%
  • White68%
  • Asian11%
  • Black or African American20%
  • Hispanic or Latino5%
  • Other5%

Contact and location

Program director
Brian Lurie
Program coordinator
Deborah Pratas
Coordinator phone
(401) 444-8805
Program phone
(401) 444-6072
Sponsoring institution
Rhode Island Hospital/Brown University Health

593 Eddy Street HCH 123 Providence, RI 02903 Open in Google Maps

Rhode Island Hospital/Brown University Health Program: frequently asked questions

Does Rhode Island Hospital/Brown University Health Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Rhode Island Hospital/Brown University Health Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Rhode Island Hospital/Brown University Health Program IMG-friendly?

Rhode Island Hospital/Brown University Health Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Pediatrics program has 20% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Rhode Island Hospital/Brown University Health Program offer?

Rhode Island Hospital/Brown University Health Program offers 16 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 16 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Rhode Island Hospital/Brown University Health Program?

Rhode Island Hospital/Brown University Health Program received 740 applications and interviewed about 42.8% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Rhode Island Hospital/Brown University Health Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Rhode Island Hospital/Brown University Health 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 Rhode Island Hospital/Brown University Health Program located?

Rhode Island Hospital/Brown University Health Program is located at 593 Eddy Street HCH 123 Providence, RI 02903. Its sponsoring institution is Rhode Island Hospital/Brown University Health.

Who is the program director of Rhode Island Hospital/Brown University Health Program?

The program director is Brian Lurie. The program coordinator, Deborah Pratas, is the usual contact for application questions.

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