University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix Program Ophthalmology Residency
Ophthalmology residency program in Phoenix, Arizona, sponsored by University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix.
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- ACGME code
- 2400366001
- Program director
- Misha Faustina
- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- IMG residents
- 66.7%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
- For residents
University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix Program is a university Based Ophthalmology residency program in Phoenix, Arizona, sponsored by University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix.
International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 66.7% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Ophthalmology programs. The program sponsors J-1 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
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Applications and interviews
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 3
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates33%
- US DO graduates0%
- US IMGs0%
- Non-US IMGs67%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Misha Faustina
- Program coordinator
- Shelby Gibson
- Coordinator phone
- (602) 839-5995
- Program phone
- –
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix
475 N. 5th Street Phoenix, AZ 85004 Open in Google Maps
University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix Program: frequently asked questions
Does University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix Program sponsor visas?
Yes. University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix 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 Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix Program IMG-friendly?
About 66.7% of residents at University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Ophthalmology program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix 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 Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.
Where is University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix Program located?
University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix Program is located at 475 N. 5th Street Phoenix, AZ 85004. Its sponsoring institution is University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix.
Who is the program director of University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix Program?
The program director is Misha Faustina. The program coordinator, Shelby Gibson, is the usual contact for application questions.