University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical Residency
Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical residency program in Galveston, Texas, sponsored by University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals.
See how you matchAbout University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program
- ACGME code
- 3004811349
- Program director
- Vidarshi Muthukumarana
- Location
- Galveston, Texas
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- Positions
- 6
- First-year spots
- Applicants
- 570
- Latest cycle
- Interview rate
- 13.9%
- Of applicants invited
- IMG residents
- 59%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
- For residents
University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program is a university Based Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical residency program in Galveston, Texas, sponsored by University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals. It offers 6 first-year positions, higher than the typical Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical program (4).
In the latest application cycle the program received 570 applications and invited about 13.9% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical programs, which interview about 11.3% of applicants.
International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 59% of current residents, compared with a median of 40% across Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.
Residents work about 60 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research 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.
- Step 2 CK minimum score
- Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
- Year of graduation limit
- Application deadline
- Residents' medical schools and countries
- Signals and geographic preference
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Applications and interviews
- Positions offered
- 6
- Interview rate
- 13.9%
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 3
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates29%
- US DO graduates13%
- US IMGs17%
- Non-US IMGs42%
Demographics
- Women54%
- Men46%
- White46%
- Asian25%
- Black or African American4%
- Hispanic or Latino29%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Vidarshi Muthukumarana
- Program coordinator
- Hannah Tran
- Coordinator phone
- (409) 772-2870
- Program phone
- (409) 772-2854
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals
301 University Boulevard Route 0428 Galveston, TX 77555 Open in Google Maps
University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program: frequently asked questions
Does University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program sponsor visas?
Yes. University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals 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 Medical Branch Hospitals Program IMG-friendly?
About 59% of residents at University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical program has 40% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.
How many residency positions does University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program offer?
University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program offers 6 first-year Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical positions, and 6 were filled in the latest Match.
How competitive is University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program?
University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program received 570 applications and interviewed about 13.9% of applicants. The typical Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical program interviews about 11.3%.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals 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 Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 247.
Where is University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program located?
University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program is located at 301 University Boulevard Route 0428 Galveston, TX 77555. Its sponsoring institution is University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals.
Who is the program director of University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program?
The program director is Vidarshi Muthukumarana. The program coordinator, Hannah Tran, is the usual contact for application questions.