Fellowships/Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (ORS)/University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
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Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (ORS)University-basedIMG: CHALLENGING
Houston, TX
4
Positions
0.0%
IMG %
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Program Overview
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 2684826133
- Program Type:
- University-based
- Total Positions:
- 4
- Interviews:
- 35
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:
- 1.00
- Lecture/Conference Hours:
- 3/week
- Night Float:
- No
- Faculty Ratio:
- 2.00
Faculty & Teaching Environment
- Total Physicians:
- 8
- Non-Physician Staff:
- 1
- Female Faculty:
- 12.50%
- Outpatient Clinic Hours:
- 50%
- Ambulatory Non-Hospital:
- 50%
Special Features & Unique Opportunities
Premier ACGME-accredited program offering immersive training in arthroscopy, shoulder surgery, and comprehensive athlete care. Fellows work with Division I and pro teams, gain hands-on surgical experience, and collaborate with experts in radiology, PT, and concussion management. Strong academic mentorship, high surgical volume, and robust research opportunities prepare graduates for leadership in sports medicine.
Program Offers & Benefits
- Free parking
Educational Opportunities
- Curriculum to develop health systems leadership skills (e.g., QI project leadership, community/organizational advocacy)
- Formal program to foster interprofessional teamwork
- Economics of health care systems curriculum
- Debt management/financial counseling
- Resident/fellow retreats
- Off-campus electives
- MPH, MBA, PhD or other advanced degree training
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
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Application Information
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 2684826133
- Total Positions:
- 4
- Interviews:
- 35
- Program Type:
- University-based
Contact Information
- Program Website:
- Visit Website
Application Timeline
- Application Period:
- 8/1/2025 - 11/16/2025
- Interview Period:
- 2/1/2026 - 3/1/2026
- 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
Institution & Program Size Details
Institution Information
Program Size by Year
- First Year Positions:
- 4
- Positions by Year:
- PGY-1:4
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
- 2 years
- Visa Sponsorship
- J-1 through ECFMG
- IMG Percentage
- 0.0%
- IMG Classification
- CHALLENGING
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
- DO Percentage
- 0.0%
- DO Classification
- CHALLENGING
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