Physical Medicine and RehabilitationUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency program in Birmingham, Alabama, sponsored by University of Alabama Hospital.

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About University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program

ACGME code
3400121002
Program director
Berdale Colorado
Location
Birmingham, Alabama
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
4
First-year spots
Applicants
330
Latest cycle
Interview rate
18.2%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program is a university Based Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency program in Birmingham, Alabama, sponsored by University of Alabama Hospital. It offers 4 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 330 applications and invited about 18.2% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation interview rate of 16.6%.

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 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 50 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
4
Interview rate
18.2%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates63%
  • US DO graduates38%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women38%
  • Men63%
  • White69%
  • Asian31%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native6%

Contact and location

Program director
Berdale Colorado
Program coordinator
Maria Hayes
Coordinator phone
(205) 996-6685
Program phone
(205) 996-5014
Sponsoring institution
University of Alabama Hospital

1717 6th Ave South Birmingham, AL 35233 Open in Google Maps

University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program IMG-friendly?

University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) 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 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program offer?

University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program offers 4 first-year Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program?

University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program received 330 applications and interviewed about 18.2% of applicants. The typical Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation program interviews about 16.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) 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 Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) 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 University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program located?

University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program is located at 1717 6th Ave South Birmingham, AL 35233. Its sponsoring institution is University of Alabama Hospital.

Who is the program director of University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program?

The program director is Berdale Colorado. The program coordinator, Maria Hayes, is the usual contact for application questions.