University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program Ophthalmology Residency
Ophthalmology residency program in Houston, Texas, sponsored by University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.
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- ACGME code
- 2404821151
- Program director
- Ruchi Shah
- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- IMG residents
- 6%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
- For residents
University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program is a university Based Ophthalmology residency program in Houston, Texas, sponsored by University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.
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 visas.
Residents work about 60 hours a week in their first year. The program offers primary care 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.
- Residents' medical schools and countries
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Applications and interviews
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 1
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates88%
- US DO graduates6%
- US IMGs0%
- Non-US IMGs6%
Demographics
- Women50%
- Men50%
- White31%
- Asian44%
- Black or African American6%
- Hispanic or Latino6%
- Other13%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Ruchi Shah
- Program coordinator
- Hannah Cambel
- Coordinator phone
- (713) 500-6003
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Dept of Ophthalmology and Visual Science 6431 Fannin, MSB 7.024 Houston, TX 77030 Open in Google Maps
University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program: frequently asked questions
Does University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program sponsor visas?
Yes. University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston 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 Health Science Center at Houston Program IMG-friendly?
About 6% of residents at University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston 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 visas.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program?
USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program does not publish a Step 2 CK minimum, so compare your score with the specialty overall.
Where is University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program located?
University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program is located at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Dept of Ophthalmology and Visual Science 6431 Fannin, MSB 7.024 Houston, TX 77030. Its sponsoring institution is University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.
Who is the program director of University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program?
The program director is Ruchi Shah. The program coordinator, Hannah Cambel, is the usual contact for application questions.