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Westchester Medical Center Program

Pediatrics residency program in Valhalla, New York, sponsored by Westchester Medical Center.

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About Westchester Medical Center Program

ACGME code
3203511176
Program director
Matthew Kapklein
Location
Valhalla, New York
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
19
First-year spots
Applicants
1,547
Latest cycle
Interview rate
27.7%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
59%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Westchester Medical Center Program is a university Based Pediatrics residency program in Valhalla, New York, sponsored by Westchester Medical Center. It offers 19 first-year positions, higher than the typical Pediatrics program (12).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,547 applications and invited about 27.7% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Pediatrics interview rate of 27.6%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 59% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Pediatrics programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 60 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
19
Interview rate
27.7%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates19%
  • US DO graduates23%
  • US IMGs15%
  • Non-US IMGs44%

Demographics

  • Women73%
  • Men27%
  • White42%
  • Asian31%
  • Black or African American6%
  • Hispanic or Latino6%
  • Other13%

Contact and location

Program director
Matthew Kapklein
Program coordinator
Beth Woolf
Coordinator phone
(914) 493-6668
Program phone
(914) 493-6228
Sponsoring institution
Westchester Medical Center

Maria Fareri Children's Hospital Education Office, Room 3310 100 Woods Road Valhalla, NY 10595 Open in Google Maps

Westchester Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does Westchester Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

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

Is Westchester Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 59% of residents at Westchester Medical Center 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.

How many residency positions does Westchester Medical Center Program offer?

Westchester Medical Center Program offers 19 first-year Pediatrics positions, and 19 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Westchester Medical Center Program?

Westchester Medical Center Program received 1,547 applications and interviewed about 27.7% of applicants. The typical Pediatrics program interviews about 27.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Westchester Medical Center Program?

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

Westchester Medical Center Program is located at Maria Fareri Children's Hospital Education Office, Room 3310 100 Woods Road Valhalla, NY 10595. Its sponsoring institution is Westchester Medical Center.

Who is the program director of Westchester Medical Center Program?

The program director is Matthew Kapklein. The program coordinator, Beth Woolf, is the usual contact for application questions.

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