University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program Neurology Residency
Neurology residency program in Galveston, Texas, sponsored by University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals.
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- ACGME code
- 1804811109
- Program director
- Chilvana Patel
- Location
- Galveston, Texas
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- Positions
- 9
- First-year spots
- Applicants
- 845
- Latest cycle
- IMG residents
- 88%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
- For residents
University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program is a university Based Neurology residency program in Galveston, Texas, sponsored by University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals. It offers 9 first-year positions, higher than the typical Neurology program (6).
In the latest application cycle the program received 845 applications.
International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 88% of current residents, compared with a median of 20% across Neurology programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.
Residents work about 65 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.
- Step 2 CK minimum score
- Residents' medical schools and countries
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Applications and interviews
- Positions offered
- 9
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 3
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates4%
- US DO graduates8%
- US IMGs0%
- Non-US IMGs88%
Demographics
- Women58%
- Men42%
- White19%
- Asian62%
- Black or African American12%
- Hispanic or Latino8%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Chilvana Patel
- Program coordinator
- Jeanene DeLaRosa
- Coordinator phone
- (409) 772-8031
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals
Department of Neurology 301 University Blvd., 9.128 John Sealy Annex Galveston, TX 77555-0165 Open in Google Maps
University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program: frequently asked questions
Does University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program sponsor visas?
Yes. University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.
Is University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program IMG-friendly?
About 88% of residents at University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Neurology program has 20% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.
How many residency positions does University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program offer?
University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program offers 9 first-year Neurology positions, and 9 were filled in the latest Match.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program?
USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Neurology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 250.
Where is University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program located?
University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program is located at Department of Neurology 301 University Blvd., 9.128 John Sealy Annex Galveston, TX 77555-0165. Its sponsoring institution is University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals.
Who is the program director of University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program?
The program director is Chilvana Patel. The program coordinator, Jeanene DeLaRosa, is the usual contact for application questions.