Physical Medicine and RehabilitationUniversity BasedSponsors J-1

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Program

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency program in Madison, Wisconsin, sponsored by University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics.

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About University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Program

ACGME code
3405621072
Program director
Michelle Poliak-Tunis
Location
Madison, Wisconsin
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
4
First-year spots
Applicants
337
Latest cycle
Interview rate
14.5%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Program is a university Based Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency program in Madison, Wisconsin, sponsored by University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics. 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 337 applications and invited about 14.5% 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 visas.

Residents work about 46 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 scores of interviewed applicants
  • Year of graduation limit
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
4
Interview rate
14.5%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates70%
  • US DO graduates30%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women40%
  • Men60%
  • White80%
  • Asian20%
  • Black or African American10%
  • Other10%

Contact and location

Program director
Michelle Poliak-Tunis
Program coordinator
Jared Mazza
Coordinator phone
(608) 265-6356
Program phone
(608) 263-0582
Sponsoring institution
University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics

1685 Highland Avenue Madison, WI 53705-2281 Open in Google Maps

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics 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 Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Program IMG-friendly?

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics 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 Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Program offer?

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Program offers 4 first-year Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Program?

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Program received 337 applications and interviewed about 14.5% of applicants. The typical Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation program interviews about 16.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics 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 Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics 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 Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Program located?

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Program is located at 1685 Highland Avenue Madison, WI 53705-2281. Its sponsoring institution is University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics.

Who is the program director of University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Program?

The program director is Michelle Poliak-Tunis. The program coordinator, Jared Mazza, is the usual contact for application questions.