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University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program

Surgery residency program in Houston, Texas, sponsored by University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.

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About University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program

ACGME code
4404821337
Program director
Sasha Adams
Location
Houston, Texas
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
7
First-year spots
Applicants
1,554
Latest cycle
IMG residents
15%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program is a university Based Surgery residency program in Houston, Texas, sponsored by University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. It offers 7 first-year positions, higher than the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,554 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 15% of current residents, compared with a median of 9.1% across Surgery programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 80 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
7
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates70%
  • US DO graduates14%
  • US IMGs7%
  • Non-US IMGs8%

Demographics

  • Women48%
  • Men49%
  • White56%
  • Asian27%
  • Black or African American6%
  • Hispanic or Latino10%
  • Other3%

Contact and location

Program director
Sasha Adams
Program coordinator
Kimberly Curtis
Coordinator phone
(713) 500-7216
Program phone
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Sponsoring institution
University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Department of Surgery 6431 Fannin, Room 4.168 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 15% 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 Surgery program has 9.1% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program offer?

University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program offers 7 first-year Surgery positions, and 7 were filled in the latest Match.

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. This page has University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Surgery programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 253.

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 Department of Surgery 6431 Fannin, Room 4.168 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 Sasha Adams. The program coordinator, Kimberly Curtis, is the usual contact for application questions.

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