OphthalmologyUniversity Based

University of California (Irvine) Program

Ophthalmology residency program in Irvine, California, sponsored by University of California (Irvine).

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About University of California (Irvine) Program

ACGME code
2400521022
Program director
Stephanie Lu
Location
Irvine, California
Data updated
October 11, 2026
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

University of California (Irvine) Program is a university Based Ophthalmology residency program in Irvine, California, sponsored by University of California (Irvine).

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Ophthalmology program has 0%. The program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas.

Residents work about 50 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
None

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates100%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women55%
  • Men45%
  • White18%
  • Asian73%
  • Black or African American9%
  • Hispanic or Latino9%

Contact and location

Program director
Stephanie Lu
Program coordinator
Pauline David
Coordinator phone
(949) 315-0494
Program phone
(949) 824-6256
Sponsoring institution
University of California (Irvine)

Gavin Herbert Eye Institute 850 Health Sciences Road 3rd Floor Irvine, CA 92697-4375 Open in Google Maps

University of California (Irvine) Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of California (Irvine) Program sponsor visas?

University of California (Irvine) Program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas. International applicants who need a visa should confirm with the program before applying.

Is University of California (Irvine) Program IMG-friendly?

University of California (Irvine) Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Ophthalmology program has 0% IMG residents.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of California (Irvine) 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 California (Irvine) Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.

Where is University of California (Irvine) Program located?

University of California (Irvine) Program is located at Gavin Herbert Eye Institute 850 Health Sciences Road 3rd Floor Irvine, CA 92697-4375. Its sponsoring institution is University of California (Irvine).

Who is the program director of University of California (Irvine) Program?

The program director is Stephanie Lu. The program coordinator, Pauline David, is the usual contact for application questions.