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University of Rochester Medical Center Program

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency program in Rochester, New York, sponsored by University of Rochester Medical Center.

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About University of Rochester Medical Center Program

ACGME code
3403521051
Program director
Kurt Hauber
Location
Rochester, New York
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
377
Latest cycle
Interview rate
19.9%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

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

In the latest application cycle the program received 377 applications and invited about 19.9% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation programs, which interview about 16.6% of applicants.

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.

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 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
19.9%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates60%
  • US DO graduates40%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women50%
  • Men50%
  • White65%
  • Asian25%
  • Black or African American5%
  • Hispanic or Latino15%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native5%
  • Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander5%

Contact and location

Program director
Kurt Hauber
Program coordinator
Leonor Nunez
Coordinator phone
(585) 275-3273
Program phone
(585) 410-5613
Sponsoring institution
University of Rochester Medical Center

601 Elmwood Avenue Box 664 Rochester, NY 14642 Open in Google Maps

University of Rochester Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Rochester Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Rochester 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 University of Rochester Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

University of Rochester Medical Center 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 University of Rochester Medical Center Program offer?

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

How competitive is University of Rochester Medical Center Program?

University of Rochester Medical Center Program received 377 applications and interviewed about 19.9% of applicants. The typical Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation program interviews about 16.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Rochester 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 University of Rochester Medical Center Program's Step 2 CK score range of interviewed applicants. 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 Rochester Medical Center Program located?

University of Rochester Medical Center Program is located at 601 Elmwood Avenue Box 664 Rochester, NY 14642. Its sponsoring institution is University of Rochester Medical Center.

Who is the program director of University of Rochester Medical Center Program?

The program director is Kurt Hauber. The program coordinator, Leonor Nunez, is the usual contact for application questions.