Physical Medicine and RehabilitationCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Hackensack Meridian Health Program

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency program in Edison, New Jersey, sponsored by Hackensack Meridian Health.

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About Hackensack Meridian Health Program

ACGME code
3403321033
Program director
Sara Cuccurullo
Location
Edison, New Jersey
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
5
First-year spots
Applicants
439
Latest cycle
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Hackensack Meridian Health Program is a community-based university affiliated Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency program in Edison, New Jersey, sponsored by Hackensack Meridian Health. It offers 5 first-year positions, higher than the typical Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 439 applications.

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation program has 0%. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 45 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.

  • US clinical experience required
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
5
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates67%
  • US DO graduates33%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women33%
  • Men67%
  • White53%
  • Asian40%
  • Other7%

Contact and location

Program director
Sara Cuccurullo
Program coordinator
Beverly Bolger
Coordinator phone
(732) 321-7000
Sponsoring institution
Hackensack Meridian Health

JFK University Medical Center 65 James Street PO Box 3059 Edison, NJ 08818 Open in Google Maps

Hackensack Meridian Health Program: frequently asked questions

Does Hackensack Meridian Health Program sponsor visas?

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

Is Hackensack Meridian Health Program IMG-friendly?

Hackensack Meridian Health Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Hackensack Meridian Health Program offer?

Hackensack Meridian Health Program offers 5 first-year Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation positions, and 5 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Hackensack Meridian Health Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. Hackensack Meridian Health Program does not publish a Step 2 CK minimum, so compare your score with the specialty overall. Across Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 250.

Where is Hackensack Meridian Health Program located?

Hackensack Meridian Health Program is located at JFK University Medical Center 65 James Street PO Box 3059 Edison, NJ 08818. Its sponsoring institution is Hackensack Meridian Health.

Who is the program director of Hackensack Meridian Health Program?

The program director is Sara Cuccurullo. The program coordinator, Beverly Bolger, is the usual contact for application questions.