University of Puerto Rico Program Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Residency
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency program in San Juan, Puerto Rico, sponsored by University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine.
See how you matchAbout University of Puerto Rico Program
- ACGME code
- 3404231062
- Program director
- Carmen Lopez
- Location
- San Juan, Puerto Rico
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- Positions
- 3
- First-year spots
- Applicants
- 81
- Latest cycle
- IMG residents
- 21%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
- For residents
University of Puerto Rico Program is a university Based Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency program in San Juan, Puerto Rico, sponsored by University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine. It offers 3 first-year positions, lower than the typical Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation program (4).
In the latest application cycle the program received 81 applications.
International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 21% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.
Residents work about 60 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research 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
- Residents' medical schools and countries
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Applications and interviews
- Positions offered
- 3
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 2
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates79%
- US DO graduates0%
- US IMGs21%
- Non-US IMGs0%
Demographics
- Women14%
- Men86%
- White14%
- Hispanic or Latino93%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Carmen Lopez
- Program coordinator
- Myriam Crespo
- Coordinator phone
- (787) 758-2525
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine
Medical Sciences Campus PO Box 365067 San Juan, PR 00936 Open in Google Maps
University of Puerto Rico Program: frequently asked questions
Does University of Puerto Rico Program sponsor visas?
Yes. University of Puerto Rico 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 Puerto Rico Program IMG-friendly?
About 21% of residents at University of Puerto Rico 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 University of Puerto Rico Program offer?
University of Puerto Rico Program offers 3 first-year Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation positions, and 3 were filled in the latest Match.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Puerto Rico 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 Puerto Rico Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 250.
Where is University of Puerto Rico Program located?
University of Puerto Rico Program is located at Medical Sciences Campus PO Box 365067 San Juan, PR 00936. Its sponsoring institution is University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine.
Who is the program director of University of Puerto Rico Program?
The program director is Carmen Lopez. The program coordinator, Myriam Crespo, is the usual contact for application questions.