Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell Program
Nephrology (IM)University-basedIMG: HIGH
Great Neck, NY
8
Positions
$96,374
PGY1 Salary
45.5%
IMG %
Program Overview
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 1483521120
- Program Type:
- University-based
- Total Positions:
- 8
- Interviews:
- 28
Contact Information
Admission Requirements
- Visa Sponsorship:
- J-1 through ECFMG, H-1B, F-1
Training Details
Training Structure
- Avg Hours/Week:
- 45
- Max Hours on Duty:
- 12
- Avg 24hr Off Duty:
- 1.50
- Lecture/Conference Hours:
- 4/week
- Night Float:
- Yes
- Faculty Ratio:
- 2.20
Faculty & Teaching Environment
- Total Physicians:
- 18
- Female Faculty:
- 50.00%
- Outpatient Clinic Hours:
- 20%
Special Features & Unique Opportunities
Our nephrology fellowship trains 8 fellows across two tertiary care centers with a robust kidney transplant program. The program fosters a positive learning environment supported by a diverse and welcoming faculty. A night float system and a dedicated nephro-hospitalist service optimize wellness and education by reducing clinical burden. Second-year fellows may pursue specialized focus tracks. Robust training in point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) is available.
Program Offers & Benefits
- Free parking
Educational Opportunities
- Curriculum to develop health systems leadership skills (e.g., QI project leadership, community/organizational advocacy)
- Debt management/financial counseling
- International experience/global health
- Resident/fellow retreats
- MPH, MBA, PhD or other advanced degree training
Research Opportunities
Research Rotation
Required
Duration
12 weeks
Salary Progression
$96,374
PGY-1
$96,374
PGY-4
$100,380
PGY-5
Benefits Package Details
Dental Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Disability Insurance:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Group Life Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Inpatient Mental Health:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Outpatient Mental Health:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Major Medical (Residents):Institution & Resident Share Cost
Major Medical (Dependents):Institution & Resident Share Cost
Location & Lifestyle
Location Overview
Cost of Living & Housing
Demographics & Community
Demographics data not available
Application Information
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 1483521120
- Total Positions:
- 8
- Interviews:
- 28
- Program Type:
- University-based
Contact Information
- Program Website:
- Visit Website
Application Timeline
- Application Period:
- 7/1/2026 - 9/30/2026
- Interview Period:
- 8/31/2026 - 10/31/2026
- Video Interviews:
- Not Available
Application Requirements
- Previous GME Required:
- Yes
- Moonlighting Allowed:
- No
Program Start Dates & Match Information
Start Dates
- Available Start Dates:
- July
- July Start Date:
- July 1
Match Information
- NRMP Main Match:
- No
- NRMP Codes:
- 1700148F0
Institution & Program Size Details
Institution Information
Program Size by Year
- First Year Positions:
- 4
- Positions by Year:
- PGY-1:4PGY-2:4
Program Policies & Additional Information
- Smoking Policy:
- Smoking Allowed
- Salary Tax Status:
- Yes
- Paid Leave Days:
- 90
IMG/DO Friendliness
International Medical Graduates (IMG)
- Visa Sponsorship
- J-1 through ECFMG, H-1B, F-1
- IMG Percentage
- 45.5%
- IMG Classification
- HIGH
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
- DO Percentage
- 36.4%
- DO Classification
- HIGH
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