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University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio Joe and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine Program

Surgery residency program in San Antonio, Texas, sponsored by University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio Joe and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine.

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About University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio Joe and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine Program

ACGME code
4404821338
Program director
Jason Kempenich
Location
San Antonio, Texas
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
7
First-year spots
Applicants
1,383
Latest cycle
IMG residents
21%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio Joe and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine Program is a university Based Surgery residency program in San Antonio, Texas, sponsored by University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio Joe and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine. It offers 7 first-year positions, higher than the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,383 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 21% of current residents, compared with a median of 9.1% across Surgery programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 75 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 graduates9%
  • US IMGs2%
  • Non-US IMGs19%

Demographics

  • Women63%
  • Men38%
  • White53%
  • Asian36%
  • Black or African American5%
  • Hispanic or Latino9%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native2%

Contact and location

Program director
Jason Kempenich
Program coordinator
Eileen Kleffner
Coordinator phone
(210) 567-5711
Program phone
(210) 567-5730
Sponsoring institution
University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio Joe and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine

7703 Floyd Curl Drive, MSC 7742 San Antonio, TX 78229-3900 Open in Google Maps

University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio Joe and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio Joe and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio Joe and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine 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 San Antonio Joe and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

About 21% of residents at University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio Joe and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine 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 San Antonio Joe and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine Program offer?

University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio Joe and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine 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 San Antonio Joe and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine 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 San Antonio Joe and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine 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 San Antonio Joe and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine Program located?

University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio Joe and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine Program is located at 7703 Floyd Curl Drive, MSC 7742 San Antonio, TX 78229-3900. Its sponsoring institution is University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio Joe and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio Joe and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine Program?

The program director is Jason Kempenich. The program coordinator, Eileen Kleffner, is the usual contact for application questions.

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