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University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program

Surgery residency program in Tucson, Arizona, sponsored by University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson.

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About University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program

ACGME code
4400321027
Program director
Iman Ghaderi
Location
Tucson, Arizona
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
10
First-year spots
Applicants
1,556
Latest cycle
Interview rate
12.6%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
35%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program is a university Based Surgery residency program in Tucson, Arizona, sponsored by University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson. It offers 10 first-year positions, higher than the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,556 applications and invited about 12.6% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Surgery programs, which interview about 9.1% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 35% of current residents, compared with a median of 9.1% across Surgery programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 70 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
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
10
Interview rate
12.6%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates52%
  • US DO graduates13%
  • US IMGs16%
  • Non-US IMGs19%

Demographics

  • Women44%
  • Men56%
  • White54%
  • Asian19%
  • Black or African American19%
  • Hispanic or Latino10%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native5%
  • Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander2%
  • Other3%

Contact and location

Program director
Iman Ghaderi
Program coordinator
Esther Esquivel
Coordinator phone
(520) 626-7747
Program phone
(520) 626-4705
Sponsoring institution
University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson

1501 N Campbell Ave Office 5304 POB 245058 Tucson, AZ 85724 Open in Google Maps

University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson 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-Tucson Program IMG-friendly?

About 35% of residents at University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Surgery program has 9.1% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program offer?

University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program offers 10 first-year Surgery positions, and 10 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program?

University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program received 1,556 applications and interviewed about 12.6% of applicants. The typical Surgery program interviews about 9.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson 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-Tucson Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Surgery programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 253.

Where is University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program located?

University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program is located at 1501 N Campbell Ave Office 5304 POB 245058 Tucson, AZ 85724. Its sponsoring institution is University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson.

Who is the program director of University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program?

The program director is Iman Ghaderi. The program coordinator, Esther Esquivel, is the usual contact for application questions.

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