University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Hand Surgery (ORS)University-based
Houston, TX
2
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Program Overview
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 2634826001
- Program Type:
- University-based
- Total Positions:
- 2
Contact Information
Admission Requirements
- Visa Sponsorship:
- J-1 through ECFMG
Training Details
Training Structure
- Avg Hours/Week:
- 40
- Max Hours on Duty:
- 24
- Avg 24hr Off Duty:
- 2.00
- Lecture/Conference Hours:
- 2/week
- Night Float:
- No
- Faculty Ratio:
- 4.50
Faculty & Teaching Environment
- Total Physicians:
- 9
- Female Faculty:
- 33.30%
- Outpatient Clinic Hours:
- 50%
- Ambulatory Non-Hospital:
- 50%
Special Features & Unique Opportunities
Based in the Texas Medical Center, our program offers high-volume, complex cases in trauma, microsurgery, and reconstruction. Fellows train with experienced faculty across diverse patient populations and institutions. A robust curriculum, advanced cadaver labs, and strong mentorship prepare graduates for leadership in academic and private practice settings.
Program Offers & Benefits
- Free parking
Educational Opportunities
- Curriculum to develop health systems leadership skills (e.g., QI project leadership, community/organizational advocacy)
- Debt management/financial counseling
- International experience/global health
Research Opportunities
Research Rotation
Required
Duration
999 weeks
Salary Progression
$83,520
PGY-1
Benefits Package Details
Dental Coverage:Fully Paid by Institution
Disability Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Group Life Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Major Medical (Residents):Fully Paid by Institution
Major Medical (Dependents):Available, Not Paid By Institution
Location & Lifestyle
Location Overview
Cost of Living & Housing
Demographics & Community
Demographics data not available
Application Information
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 2634826001
- Total Positions:
- 2
- Program Type:
- University-based
Contact Information
- Program Website:
- Visit Website
Application Timeline
- Application Period:
- 9/1/2025 - 11/15/2025
- Interview Period:
- 1/15/2026 - 3/31/2026
- Video Interviews:
- Not Available
Application Requirements
- Previous GME Required:
- Yes
- Moonlighting Allowed:
- No
Program Start Dates & Match Information
Start Dates
- Available Start Dates:
- July, August
Match Information
- NRMP Main Match:
- No
- NRMP Codes:
- 2923263F0
Institution & Program Size Details
Institution Information
Program Size by Year
- First Year Positions:
- 2
- Positions by Year:
- PGY-1:2
Program Policies & Additional Information
- Smoking Policy:
- Smoking Allowed
- Salary Tax Status:
- Yes
- Paid Leave Days:
- 21
- Unpaid Leave Days:
- 12
IMG/DO Friendliness
International Medical Graduates (IMG)
- Years of Graduation Cutoff
- 1 years
- Visa Sponsorship
- J-1 through ECFMG
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
DO data not available for this program
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