Thoracic Surgery - IntegratedUniversity BasedSponsors J-1

University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program

Thoracic Surgery - Integrated 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
4614800001
Program director
Robert Hetz
Location
Houston, Texas
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
1
First-year spots
Applicants
121
Latest cycle
Interview rate
25.6%
Of applicants invited
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program is a university Based Thoracic Surgery - Integrated residency program in Houston, Texas, sponsored by University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. It offers 1 first-year position, about the same as the typical Thoracic Surgery - Integrated program (1).

In the latest application cycle the program received 121 applications and invited about 25.6% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Thoracic Surgery - Integrated interview rate of 25.2%.

The program sponsors J-1 visas.

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 scores of interviewed applicants
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
1
Interview rate
25.6%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Contact and location

Program director
Robert Hetz
Program coordinator
Pearl Adams
Coordinator phone
(713) 486-5139
Sponsoring institution
University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston, Thoracic Surgery Integrated Residency 6400 Fannin St. Ste 2850 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.

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 1 first-year Thoracic Surgery - Integrated position, and 1 were filled in the latest Match.

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

University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program received 121 applications and interviewed about 25.6% of applicants. The typical Thoracic Surgery - Integrated program interviews about 25.2%.

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 score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Thoracic Surgery - Integrated programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 259.

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 Houston, Thoracic Surgery Integrated Residency 6400 Fannin St. Ste 2850 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 Robert Hetz. The program coordinator, Pearl Adams, is the usual contact for application questions.