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

Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency program in Nashville, Tennessee, sponsored by Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

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About Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program

ACGME code
3404700100
Program director
Robert Rinaldi
Location
Nashville, Tennessee
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
4
First-year spots
Applicants
406
Latest cycle
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program is a university Based Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency program in Nashville, Tennessee, sponsored by Vanderbilt University Medical Center. 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 406 applications.

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 60 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.

  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
4
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates100%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women38%
  • Men63%
  • White69%
  • Asian13%
  • Black or African American25%
  • Hispanic or Latino6%

Contact and location

Program director
Robert Rinaldi
Program coordinator
Irene McKirgan
Coordinator phone
(615) 936-5502
Program phone
(913) 634-9656
Sponsoring institution
Vanderbilt University Medical Center

2201 Children's Way Nashville, TN 37212 Open in Google Maps

Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Vanderbilt University Medical Center 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 Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

Vanderbilt University 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 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program offer?

Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program offers 4 first-year Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program does not publish a Step 2 CK minimum, so compare your score with the specialty overall. Across Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 250.

Where is Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program located?

Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program is located at 2201 Children's Way Nashville, TN 37212. Its sponsoring institution is Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

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

The program director is Robert Rinaldi. The program coordinator, Irene McKirgan, is the usual contact for application questions.