Family MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Houston Methodist (Sugar Land) Program

Family Medicine residency program in Sugar Land, Texas, sponsored by Houston Methodist Hospital.

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About Houston Methodist (Sugar Land) Program

ACGME code
1204800010
Program director
Muhammad Khan
Location
Sugar Land, Texas
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
8
First-year spots
Applicants
1,222
Latest cycle
Interview rate
10.1%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Houston Methodist (Sugar Land) Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Sugar Land, Texas, sponsored by Houston Methodist Hospital. It offers 8 first-year positions, higher than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,222 applications and invited about 10.1% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Family Medicine programs, which interview about 21.6% of applicants.

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Family Medicine program has 22%. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 60 hours a week in their first year. The program offers hospitalist, primary care and women's health tracks.

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
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
8
Interview rate
10.1%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Contact and location

Program director
Muhammad Khan
Program coordinator
Blessing Adebanjo
Coordinator phone
(281) 441-4722
Program phone
(717) 606-2350
Sponsoring institution
Houston Methodist Hospital

16655 Southwest Fwy Sugar Land, TX 77479 Open in Google Maps

Houston Methodist (Sugar Land) Program: frequently asked questions

Does Houston Methodist (Sugar Land) Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Houston Methodist (Sugar Land) Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Houston Methodist (Sugar Land) Program IMG-friendly?

Houston Methodist (Sugar Land) Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Family Medicine program has 22% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Houston Methodist (Sugar Land) Program offer?

Houston Methodist (Sugar Land) Program offers 8 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 5 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Houston Methodist (Sugar Land) Program?

Houston Methodist (Sugar Land) Program received 1,222 applications and interviewed about 10.1% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Houston Methodist (Sugar Land) Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Houston Methodist (Sugar Land) Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Family Medicine programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 237.

Where is Houston Methodist (Sugar Land) Program located?

Houston Methodist (Sugar Land) Program is located at 16655 Southwest Fwy Sugar Land, TX 77479. Its sponsoring institution is Houston Methodist Hospital.

Who is the program director of Houston Methodist (Sugar Land) Program?

The program director is Muhammad Khan. The program coordinator, Blessing Adebanjo, is the usual contact for application questions.