University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program Ophthalmology Residency
Ophthalmology residency program in Birmingham, Alabama, sponsored by University of Alabama Hospital.
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- ACGME code
- 2400121015
- Program director
- Timothy Johnson
- Location
- Birmingham, Alabama
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- IMG residents
- 0%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1 and H-1B
- For residents
University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program is a university Based Ophthalmology residency program in Birmingham, Alabama, sponsored by University of Alabama Hospital.
None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Ophthalmology program has 0%. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.
Residents work about 60 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
- Year of graduation limit
- US clinical experience required
- Application deadline
- Residents' medical schools and countries
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Applications and interviews
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 3
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1 and H-1B
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates100%
- US DO graduates0%
- US IMGs0%
- Non-US IMGs0%
Demographics
- Women55%
- Men45%
- White80%
- Asian15%
- Black or African American5%
- Hispanic or Latino10%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Timothy Johnson
- Program coordinator
- Jordan Cook
- Coordinator phone
- (205) 325-8507
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- University of Alabama Hospital
UAB Callahan Eye Hospital Ophthalmology Residency Program 700 South 18th Street Birmingham, AL 35233 Open in Google Maps
University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program: frequently asked questions
Does University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program sponsor visas?
Yes. University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.
Is University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program IMG-friendly?
University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Ophthalmology program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) 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 Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.
Where is University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program located?
University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program is located at UAB Callahan Eye Hospital Ophthalmology Residency Program 700 South 18th Street Birmingham, AL 35233. Its sponsoring institution is University of Alabama Hospital.
Who is the program director of University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program?
The program director is Timothy Johnson. The program coordinator, Jordan Cook, is the usual contact for application questions.