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Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell Program

Surgery residency program in Manhasset, New York, sponsored by Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.

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About Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell Program

ACGME code
4403513411
Program director
Maria Sfakianos
Location
Manhasset, New York
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
8
First-year spots
Applicants
1,396
Latest cycle
Interview rate
11.7%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
14%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell Program is a university Based Surgery residency program in Manhasset, New York, sponsored by Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. It offers 8 first-year positions, higher than the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,396 applications and invited about 11.7% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Surgery programs, which interview about 9.1% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 14% of current residents, compared with a median of 9.1% across Surgery programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B 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
  • 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
11.7%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates83%
  • US DO graduates3%
  • US IMGs8%
  • Non-US IMGs6%

Demographics

  • Women47%
  • Men53%
  • White58%
  • Asian25%
  • Black or African American6%
  • Hispanic or Latino13%
  • Other2%

Contact and location

Program director
Maria Sfakianos
Program coordinator
Jared Huston
Coordinator phone
(347) 886-2899
Program phone
(718) 470-4475
Sponsoring institution
Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell

Division of Surgical Education at NSLIJ 300 Community Drive 1st Floor Cohen - Dept of Surgery Trailer Manhasset, NY 11030 Open in Google Maps

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

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

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

About 14% of residents at Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell 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 and H-1B visas.

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

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

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

Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell Program received 1,396 applications and interviewed about 11.7% of applicants. The typical Surgery program interviews about 9.1%.

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

Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell Program is located at Division of Surgical Education at NSLIJ 300 Community Drive 1st Floor Cohen - Dept of Surgery Trailer Manhasset, NY 11030. Its sponsoring institution is Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.

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

The program director is Maria Sfakianos. The program coordinator, Jared Huston, is the usual contact for application questions.

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