SurgeryCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

University at Buffalo Program

Surgery residency program in Buffalo, New York, sponsored by University at Buffalo School of Medicine.

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About University at Buffalo Program

ACGME code
4403521393
Program director
Clairice Cooper
Location
Buffalo, New York
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
9
First-year spots
Applicants
1,218
Latest cycle
Interview rate
8.6%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
4%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University at Buffalo Program is a community-based university affiliated Surgery residency program in Buffalo, New York, sponsored by University at Buffalo School of Medicine. It offers 9 first-year positions, higher than the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,218 applications and invited about 8.6% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Surgery interview rate of 9.1%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 4% of current residents, compared with a median of 9.1% across Surgery programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 72 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
9
Interview rate
8.6%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates89%
  • US DO graduates8%
  • US IMGs2%
  • Non-US IMGs2%

Demographics

  • Women52%
  • Men48%
  • White70%
  • Asian18%
  • Black or African American11%
  • Hispanic or Latino11%

Contact and location

Program director
Clairice Cooper
Program coordinator
Melissa Beckman
Coordinator phone
(716) 898-3627
Sponsoring institution
University at Buffalo School of Medicine

Kaleida Health - Buffalo General Hospital Site 100 High Street, C374 Buffalo, NY 14203 Open in Google Maps

University at Buffalo Program: frequently asked questions

Does University at Buffalo Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University at Buffalo Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is University at Buffalo Program IMG-friendly?

About 4% of residents at University at Buffalo Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Surgery program has 9.1% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does University at Buffalo Program offer?

University at Buffalo Program offers 9 first-year Surgery positions, and 9 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University at Buffalo Program?

University at Buffalo Program received 1,218 applications and interviewed about 8.6% of applicants. The typical Surgery program interviews about 9.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University at Buffalo 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 at Buffalo 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 University at Buffalo Program located?

University at Buffalo Program is located at Kaleida Health - Buffalo General Hospital Site 100 High Street, C374 Buffalo, NY 14203. Its sponsoring institution is University at Buffalo School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University at Buffalo Program?

The program director is Clairice Cooper. The program coordinator, Melissa Beckman, is the usual contact for application questions.

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