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SUNY Upstate Medical University Program

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency program in Syracuse, New York, sponsored by SUNY Upstate Medical University.

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About SUNY Upstate Medical University Program

ACGME code
3403521093
Program director
Robert Weber
Location
Syracuse, New York
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
412
Latest cycle
Interview rate
27.2%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
4%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

SUNY Upstate Medical University Program is a university Based Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency program in Syracuse, New York, sponsored by SUNY Upstate Medical University. It offers 6 first-year positions, higher than the typical Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 412 applications and invited about 27.2% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation programs, which interview about 16.6% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 4% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 55 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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
6
Interview rate
27.2%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates17%
  • US DO graduates79%
  • US IMGs4%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women42%
  • Men58%
  • White63%
  • Asian29%
  • Black or African American4%
  • Hispanic or Latino4%
  • Other4%

Contact and location

Program director
Robert Weber
Program coordinator
MaryAnn Baker
Coordinator phone
(315) 464-8672
Program phone
(315) 464-5820
Sponsoring institution
SUNY Upstate Medical University

750 E Adams Street JH 310 Syracuse, NY 13210 Open in Google Maps

SUNY Upstate Medical University Program: frequently asked questions

Does SUNY Upstate Medical University Program sponsor visas?

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

Is SUNY Upstate Medical University Program IMG-friendly?

About 4% of residents at SUNY Upstate Medical University Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does SUNY Upstate Medical University Program offer?

SUNY Upstate Medical University Program offers 6 first-year Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation positions, and 6 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is SUNY Upstate Medical University Program?

SUNY Upstate Medical University Program received 412 applications and interviewed about 27.2% of applicants. The typical Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation program interviews about 16.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for SUNY Upstate Medical University Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has SUNY Upstate Medical University Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 250.

Where is SUNY Upstate Medical University Program located?

SUNY Upstate Medical University Program is located at 750 E Adams Street JH 310 Syracuse, NY 13210. Its sponsoring institution is SUNY Upstate Medical University.

Who is the program director of SUNY Upstate Medical University Program?

The program director is Robert Weber. The program coordinator, MaryAnn Baker, is the usual contact for application questions.