University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency
Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program in Galveston, Texas, sponsored by University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals.
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- ACGME code
- 2204821285
- Program director
- Hassan Harirah
- Location
- Galveston, Texas
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- Positions
- 9
- First-year spots
- IMG residents
- 3%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
- For residents
University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program is a university Based Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program in Galveston, Texas, sponsored by University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals. It offers 9 first-year positions, higher than the typical Obstetrics and Gynecology program (5).
International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 3% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Obstetrics and Gynecology programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.
Residents work about 65 hours a week in their first year. The program offers women's health track.
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
- Year of graduation limit
- US clinical experience required
- Residents' medical schools and countries
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Applications and interviews
- Positions offered
- 9
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 2
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates97%
- US DO graduates0%
- US IMGs0%
- Non-US IMGs3%
Demographics
- Women85%
- Men15%
- White53%
- Asian26%
- Black or African American12%
- Hispanic or Latino18%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Hassan Harirah
- Program coordinator
- Sherry Bastien
- Coordinator phone
- (409) 772-2999
- Program phone
- (409) 772-1842
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals
312 Clinical Sciences Building 301 University Boulevard Galveston, TX 775550587 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 3% of residents at University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Obstetrics and Gynecology program has 0% 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 Obstetrics and Gynecology 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.
Where is University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program located?
University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program is located at 312 Clinical Sciences Building 301 University Boulevard Galveston, TX 775550587. 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 Hassan Harirah. The program coordinator, Sherry Bastien, is the usual contact for application questions.