University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program Ophthalmology Residency
Ophthalmology residency program in Little Rock, Arkansas, sponsored by University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine.
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- ACGME code
- 2400421018
- Program director
- Ahmed Sallam
- Location
- Little Rock, Arkansas
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- IMG residents
- 6%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1 and H-1B
- For residents
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program is a university Based Ophthalmology residency program in Little Rock, Arkansas, sponsored by University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine.
International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 6% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Ophthalmology programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.
Residents work about 40 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.
- US clinical experience required
- Residents' medical schools and countries
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Applications and interviews
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1 and H-1B
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates94%
- US DO graduates0%
- US IMGs0%
- Non-US IMGs6%
Demographics
- Women25%
- Men75%
- White56%
- Asian44%
- Other6%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Ahmed Sallam
- Program coordinator
- Shelli Madison
- Coordinator phone
- (501) 686-8294
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine
4301 W Markham Street, Slot 523 Little Rock, AR 72205 Open in Google Maps
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions
Does University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program sponsor visas?
Yes. University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine 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 Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?
About 6% of residents at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. 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 Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program?
USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program does not publish a Step 2 CK minimum, so compare your score with the specialty overall.
Where is University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program located?
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program is located at 4301 W Markham Street, Slot 523 Little Rock, AR 72205. Its sponsoring institution is University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine.
Who is the program director of University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program?
The program director is Ahmed Sallam. The program coordinator, Shelli Madison, is the usual contact for application questions.