PediatricsCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

San Juan City Hospital Program

Pediatrics residency program in SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, sponsored by San Juan City Hospital.

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About San Juan City Hospital Program

ACGME code
3204211216
Program director
Israel Matias
Location
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Applicants
158
Latest cycle
IMG residents
81%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

San Juan City Hospital Program is a community-based university affiliated Pediatrics residency program in SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, sponsored by San Juan City Hospital.

In the latest application cycle the program received 158 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 81% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Pediatrics programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 80 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
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates19%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs50%
  • Non-US IMGs31%

Demographics

  • Women77%
  • Men23%
  • White8%
  • Asian4%
  • Hispanic or Latino88%

Contact and location

Program director
Israel Matias
Program coordinator
Limari Diaz
Coordinator phone
(787) 480-2792
Sponsoring institution
San Juan City Hospital

PMB # 79 PO Box 70344 SAN JUAN, PR 00936 Open in Google Maps

San Juan City Hospital Program: frequently asked questions

Does San Juan City Hospital Program sponsor visas?

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

Is San Juan City Hospital Program IMG-friendly?

About 81% of residents at San Juan City Hospital 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.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for San Juan City 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 San Juan City Hospital 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 San Juan City Hospital Program located?

San Juan City Hospital Program is located at PMB # 79 PO Box 70344 SAN JUAN, PR 00936. Its sponsoring institution is San Juan City Hospital.

Who is the program director of San Juan City Hospital Program?

The program director is Israel Matias. The program coordinator, Limari Diaz, is the usual contact for application questions.

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