SurgeryCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Maimonides Medical Center Program

Surgery residency program in Brooklyn, New York, sponsored by Maimonides Medical Center.

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About Maimonides Medical Center Program

ACGME code
4403521221
Program director
Rebecca Rhee
Location
Brooklyn, New York
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
4
First-year spots
Applicants
1,672
Latest cycle
Interview rate
7.2%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
71%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Maimonides Medical Center Program is a community-based university affiliated Surgery residency program in Brooklyn, New York, sponsored by Maimonides Medical Center. It offers 4 first-year positions, lower than the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,672 applications and invited about 7.2% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Surgery programs, which interview about 9.1% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 71% of current residents, compared with a median of 9.1% across Surgery programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 80 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
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
4
Interview rate
7.2%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates23%
  • US DO graduates6%
  • US IMGs42%
  • Non-US IMGs29%

Demographics

  • Women52%
  • Men48%
  • White58%
  • Asian23%
  • Black or African American10%
  • Hispanic or Latino6%
  • Other6%

Contact and location

Program director
Rebecca Rhee
Program coordinator
Seema Chauhan
Coordinator phone
(718) 283-7683
Program phone
–
Sponsoring institution
Maimonides Medical Center

4802 Tenth Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11219 Open in Google Maps

Maimonides Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does Maimonides Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Maimonides 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 Maimonides Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 71% of residents at Maimonides Medical Center Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Surgery program has 9.1% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Maimonides Medical Center Program offer?

Maimonides Medical Center Program offers 4 first-year Surgery positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Maimonides Medical Center Program?

Maimonides Medical Center Program received 1,672 applications and interviewed about 7.2% of applicants. The typical Surgery program interviews about 9.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Maimonides 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 Maimonides Medical Center Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Surgery programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 253.

Where is Maimonides Medical Center Program located?

Maimonides Medical Center Program is located at 4802 Tenth Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11219. Its sponsoring institution is Maimonides Medical Center.

Who is the program director of Maimonides Medical Center Program?

The program director is Rebecca Rhee. The program coordinator, Seema Chauhan, is the usual contact for application questions.

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