PediatricsCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

University of Tennessee College of Medicine Program

Pediatrics residency program in Memphis, Tennessee, sponsored by University of Tennessee College of Medicine.

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About University of Tennessee College of Medicine Program

ACGME code
3204731225
Program director
Bindiya Bagga
Location
Memphis, Tennessee
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
23
First-year spots
Applicants
946
Latest cycle
Interview rate
50.2%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
18%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Tennessee College of Medicine Program is a community-based university affiliated Pediatrics residency program in Memphis, Tennessee, sponsored by University of Tennessee College of Medicine. It offers 23 first-year positions, higher than the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 946 applications and invited about 50.2% 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 18% 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. The program offers primary care track.

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
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
23
Interview rate
50.2%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates53%
  • US DO graduates29%
  • US IMGs7%
  • Non-US IMGs11%

Demographics

  • Women69%
  • Men31%
  • White58%
  • Asian22%
  • Black or African American11%
  • Hispanic or Latino6%
  • Other3%

Contact and location

Program director
Bindiya Bagga
Program coordinator
Derrell Bryant
Coordinator phone
(901) 287-5319
Program phone
(901) 287-5387
Sponsoring institution
University of Tennessee College of Medicine

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital 848 Adams Street Memphis, TN 38103 Open in Google Maps

University of Tennessee College of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Tennessee College of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

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

Is University of Tennessee College of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

About 18% of residents at University of Tennessee College of Medicine 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 University of Tennessee College of Medicine Program offer?

University of Tennessee College of Medicine Program offers 23 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 23 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Tennessee College of Medicine Program?

University of Tennessee College of Medicine Program received 946 applications and interviewed about 50.2% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Tennessee College of Medicine Program?

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

University of Tennessee College of Medicine Program is located at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital 848 Adams Street Memphis, TN 38103. Its sponsoring institution is University of Tennessee College of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Tennessee College of Medicine Program?

The program director is Bindiya Bagga. The program coordinator, Derrell Bryant, is the usual contact for application questions.

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