PsychiatryCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Mather Hospital Program

Psychiatry residency program in Port Jefferson, New York, sponsored by Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.

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About Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Mather Hospital Program

ACGME code
4003500314
Program director
Jenna Taglienti
Location
Port Jefferson, New York
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
8
First-year spots
Applicants
976
Latest cycle
Interview rate
7.4%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
29%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Mather Hospital Program is a community-based university affiliated Psychiatry residency program in Port Jefferson, New York, sponsored by Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. It offers 8 first-year positions, higher than the typical Psychiatry program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 976 applications and invited about 7.4% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Psychiatry programs, which interview about 11.4% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 29% of current residents, compared with a median of 8% across Psychiatry programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 60 hours a week in their first year. The program offers hospitalist, primary care, rural and women's health tracks.

Requirements and screening

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  • Step 2 CK minimum score
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
8
Interview rate
7.4%
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates33%
  • US DO graduates38%
  • US IMGs25%
  • Non-US IMGs4%

Demographics

  • Women46%
  • Men50%
  • White33%
  • Asian63%
  • Black or African American4%
  • Other4%

Contact and location

Program director
Jenna Taglienti
Program coordinator
Joanna Stanczak
Coordinator phone
(631) 775-2426
Program phone
(716) 491-6000
Sponsoring institution
Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell

75 North Country Road Port Jefferson, NY 11777 Open in Google Maps

Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Mather Hospital Program: frequently asked questions

Does Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Mather Hospital Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Mather Hospital 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 Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Mather Hospital Program IMG-friendly?

About 29% of residents at Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Mather Hospital Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Psychiatry program has 8% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Mather Hospital Program offer?

Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Mather Hospital Program offers 8 first-year Psychiatry positions, and 8 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Mather Hospital Program?

Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Mather Hospital Program received 976 applications and interviewed about 7.4% of applicants. The typical Psychiatry program interviews about 11.4%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Mather Hospital Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Mather Hospital Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Psychiatry programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 245.

Where is Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Mather Hospital Program located?

Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Mather Hospital Program is located at 75 North Country Road Port Jefferson, NY 11777. Its sponsoring institution is Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.

Who is the program director of Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell at Mather Hospital Program?

The program director is Jenna Taglienti. The program coordinator, Joanna Stanczak, is the usual contact for application questions.