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University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program

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

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About University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program

ACGME code
4404800438
Program director
Hishaam Ismael
Location
Tyler, Texas
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
3
First-year spots
Applicants
943
Latest cycle
Interview rate
6.9%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
46%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program is a community-based university affiliated Surgery residency program in Tyler, Texas, sponsored by University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler. It offers 3 first-year positions, lower than the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 943 applications and invited about 6.9% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Surgery programs, which interview about 9.1% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 46% of current residents, compared with a median of 9.1% across Surgery programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 72 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
3
Interview rate
6.9%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates47%
  • US DO graduates7%
  • US IMGs13%
  • Non-US IMGs33%

Demographics

  • Women40%
  • Men60%
  • White60%
  • Asian7%
  • Black or African American7%
  • Hispanic or Latino7%
  • Other13%

Contact and location

Program director
Hishaam Ismael
Program coordinator
Melissa Hitt
Coordinator phone
(903) 877-8977
Program phone
(903) 877-7826
Sponsoring institution
University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler

1000 S Beckham Ave Tyler, TX 75701 Open in Google Maps

University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler 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 Tyler Program IMG-friendly?

About 46% of residents at University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler 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 Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program offer?

University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program offers 3 first-year Surgery positions, and 3 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program?

University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program received 943 applications and interviewed about 6.9% of applicants. The typical Surgery program interviews about 9.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler 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 Tyler 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 Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program located?

University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program is located at 1000 S Beckham Ave Tyler, TX 75701. Its sponsoring institution is University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler.

Who is the program director of University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program?

The program director is Hishaam Ismael. The program coordinator, Melissa Hitt, is the usual contact for application questions.

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