Vascular Surgery - IntegratedCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Baylor College of Medicine Program

Vascular Surgery - Integrated residency program in Houston, Texas, sponsored by Baylor College of Medicine.

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About Baylor College of Medicine Program

ACGME code
4514800126
Program director
Zachary Pallister
Location
Houston, Texas
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
1
First-year spots
Applicants
160
Latest cycle
IMG residents
20%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Baylor College of Medicine Program is a community-based university affiliated Vascular Surgery - Integrated residency program in Houston, Texas, sponsored by Baylor College of Medicine. It offers 1 first-year position, about the same as the typical Vascular Surgery - Integrated program (1).

In the latest application cycle the program received 160 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 20% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Vascular Surgery - Integrated programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 80 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
  • Application deadline

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Applications and interviews

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

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates80%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs20%

Contact and location

Program director
Zachary Pallister
Program coordinator
Holly Shilstone
Coordinator phone
(713) 798-6078
Program phone
(713) 257-3368
Sponsoring institution
Baylor College of Medicine

One Baylor Plaza 404D Houston, TX 77030 Open in Google Maps

Baylor College of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does Baylor College of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Baylor College 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 Baylor College of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

About 20% of residents at Baylor College of Medicine Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Vascular Surgery - Integrated program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Baylor College of Medicine Program offer?

Baylor College of Medicine Program offers 1 first-year Vascular Surgery - Integrated position, and 1 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Baylor College 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 Baylor College of Medicine Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Vascular Surgery - Integrated programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 256.

Where is Baylor College of Medicine Program located?

Baylor College of Medicine Program is located at One Baylor Plaza 404D Houston, TX 77030. Its sponsoring institution is Baylor College of Medicine.

Who is the program director of Baylor College of Medicine Program?

The program director is Zachary Pallister. The program coordinator, Holly Shilstone, is the usual contact for application questions.