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Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program

Urology residency program in New Orleans, Louisiana, sponsored by Louisiana State University School of Medicine.

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About Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program

ACGME code
4802100177
Program director
Elizabeth Rourke
Location
New Orleans, Louisiana
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Applicants
161
Latest cycle
IMG residents
10%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program is a university Based Urology residency program in New Orleans, Louisiana, sponsored by Louisiana State University School of Medicine.

In the latest application cycle the program received 161 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 10% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Urology programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 70 hours a week in their first year.

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.

  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates80%
  • US DO graduates10%
  • US IMGs10%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women40%
  • Men60%
  • White70%
  • Asian20%
  • Black or African American10%
  • Hispanic or Latino10%

Contact and location

Program director
Elizabeth Rourke
Program coordinator
Linda Arruebarrena
Coordinator phone
(504) 568-2853
Program phone
(504) 412-1600
Sponsoring institution
Louisiana State University School of Medicine

LSUHSC Department of Urology 2021 Perdido Street 4th Floor, Suite 4422 New Orleans, LA 70112 Open in Google Maps

Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

About 10% of residents at Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Urology program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program does not publish a Step 2 CK minimum, so compare your score with the specialty overall. Across Urology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 256.

Where is Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program located?

Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program is located at LSUHSC Department of Urology 2021 Perdido Street 4th Floor, Suite 4422 New Orleans, LA 70112. Its sponsoring institution is Louisiana State University School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program?

The program director is Elizabeth Rourke. The program coordinator, Linda Arruebarrena, is the usual contact for application questions.

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