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University of Rochester Medical Center Program

Surgery residency program in Rochester, New York, sponsored by University of Rochester Medical Center.

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About University of Rochester Medical Center Program

ACGME code
4403521240
Program director
Yanjie Qi
Location
Rochester, New York
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
8
First-year spots
Applicants
1,049
Latest cycle
Interview rate
9%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
8%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Rochester Medical Center Program is a university Based Surgery residency program in Rochester, New York, sponsored by University of Rochester Medical Center. It offers 8 first-year positions, higher than the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,049 applications and invited about 9% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Surgery interview rate of 9.1%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 8% of current residents, compared with a median of 9.1% across Surgery programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 68 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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
8
Interview rate
9%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates90%
  • US DO graduates2%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs8%

Demographics

  • Women45%
  • Men55%
  • White59%
  • Asian20%
  • Black or African American14%
  • Hispanic or Latino14%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native2%
  • Other6%

Contact and location

Program director
Yanjie Qi
Program coordinator
Amy Mills
Coordinator phone
(585) 275-2723
Program phone
(585) 275-5100
Sponsoring institution
University of Rochester Medical Center

601 Elmwood Avenue Department of Surgery Box SURG Rochester, NY 14642 Open in Google Maps

University of Rochester Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Rochester Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Rochester 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 University of Rochester Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 8% of residents at University of Rochester Medical Center 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 of Rochester Medical Center Program offer?

University of Rochester Medical Center Program offers 8 first-year Surgery positions, and 8 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Rochester Medical Center Program?

University of Rochester Medical Center Program received 1,049 applications and interviewed about 9% of applicants. The typical Surgery program interviews about 9.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Rochester 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 University of Rochester 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 University of Rochester Medical Center Program located?

University of Rochester Medical Center Program is located at 601 Elmwood Avenue Department of Surgery Box SURG Rochester, NY 14642. Its sponsoring institution is University of Rochester Medical Center.

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

The program director is Yanjie Qi. The program coordinator, Amy Mills, is the usual contact for application questions.

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