University at Buffalo Program
About This Program
Our program ranks #1 in volume in New York State based on the Statewide Planning and Research Cooperative System (SPARCS) data. We have a broad-based curriculum that includes in-patient, longitudinal out patient, neuro-critical care, neurosonology, neuro-rehabilitation and endovascular rotations. Our research division is a regional center of Stroke Net, and has been awarded several clinical trials involved in the advancement of stroke research and care. We have a 100% board pass rate.
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Marilou I Ching, MD, PhD, MPH
Univ at Buffalo JSMBS
Primary Program Contact
Thomas Bellanca, BA
Univ at Buffalo JSMBS
Locations
Univ at Buffalo JSMBS
Vascular Neurology Pgm
100 High St
Buffalo, NY 14203
955 Main St
Buffalo, NY 14203
100 High St
Buffalo, NY 14203
565 Abbott Rd
Buffalo, NY 14220-1234
3 Gates Circle
Buffalo, NY 14209-9986
3435 Main St
Buffalo, NY 14214
3435 Main St
Buffalo, NY 14213
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- Main Match of the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP)
- Advanced or Fellowship Match of NRMP
- San Francisco Match
- Military Match
- Urology Match
U.S. MD Applicants
IMG Applicants
DO Applicants
Total required letters of recommendation (excludes MSPE and Dean's letter)
Required specialty-specific letters of evaluation within total letters of recommendation
- Specialty-specific standardized letter(s) of evaluation
- Letter from a department chair
- Letter(s) from someone within the specialty (e.g., faculty, attending)
Medical School Graduation Timeline
No cap on the number of years.
Gap Experience Requirement
Data not provided by program
Resident / Fellow Characteristics
Three year averages. Medical school type does not include graduates of Canadian schools.
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Program Faculty
Faculty Distribution
Work Environment
NA = Not Applicable
NGO = Negotiable
OTH = Other
Visa Status
This program will consider an appropriately qualified applicant with the following visa or visa status. Contact the program for additional information.
Program Size
Key Dates & Timelines
2026 - 2027
Application Due
Dec 1, 2025
Interview Period Starts
Jan 5, 2026 - Apr 17, 2026
2027 - 2028
Application Due
Dec 1, 2026
Interview Period Starts
Jan 7, 2027 - Apr 16, 2027
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Data not provided by program
Evaluations
Medical Insurance Coverage
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- Major medical for residents
- Major medical for dependents
- Outpatient mental health
- Inpatient mental health
- Group life insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
Salary Compensation
PGY-5 through PGY-6
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 20 Vacation Days and 20 Sick Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
For more information, view the program's leave policy on their website.