University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program
Thoracic SurgeryUniversity-basedIMG: HIGH
Galveston, TX
2
Positions
50.0%
IMG %
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Program Overview
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 4604800127
- Program Type:
- University-based
- Total Positions:
- 2
- Interviews:
- 28
Contact Information
Admission Requirements
- Visa Sponsorship:
- J-1 through ECFMG, H-1B, F-1
Training Details
Training Structure
- Avg Hours/Week:
- 60
- Max Hours on Duty:
- 28
- Avg 24hr Off Duty:
- 1.00
- Lecture/Conference Hours:
- 6/week
- Night Float:
- No
- Faculty Ratio:
- 3.20
Faculty & Teaching Environment
- Total Physicians:
- 7
- Part-Time Physicians:
- 1
- Female Faculty:
- 16.70%
- Outpatient Clinic Hours:
- 20%
Special Features & Unique Opportunities
The key aspect of the program that sets it apart from other programs is begin operating as a surgeon early in training.
Program Offers & Benefits
- On-call meal allowance
- Placement assistance upon completion of program into practice, fellowship or academia
Educational Opportunities
- Formal program to foster interprofessional teamwork
- Economics of health care systems curriculum
- Debt management/financial counseling
- Resident/fellow retreats
- Off-campus electives
Research Opportunities
Research Rotation
Not available
Salary Progression
$79,353
PGY-1
Benefits Package Details
Dental Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Disability Insurance:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Group Life Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Major Medical Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Inpatient Mental Health:Fully Paid by Institution
Outpatient Mental Health:Fully Paid by Institution
Major Medical (Residents):Fully Paid by Institution
Major Medical (Dependents):Institution & Resident Share Cost
Location & Lifestyle
Location Overview
Cost of Living & Housing
Demographics & Community
Demographics data not available
Application Information
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 4604800127
- Total Positions:
- 2
- Interviews:
- 28
- Program Type:
- University-based
Contact Information
- Program Website:
- Visit Website
Application Timeline
- Application Period:
- 12/1/2025 - 1/31/2026
- Interview Period:
- 2/1/2026 - 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:
- 1714460F0
Institution & Program Size Details
Institution Information
Program Size by Year
- First Year Positions:
- 1
- Positions by Year:
- PGY-1:1PGY-2:1
Program Policies & Additional Information
- Smoking Policy:
- Smoking Allowed
- Salary Tax Status:
- Yes
IMG/DO Friendliness
International Medical Graduates (IMG)
- Visa Sponsorship
- J-1 through ECFMG, H-1B, F-1
- IMG Percentage
- 50.0%
- IMG Classification
- HIGH
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
- DO Percentage
- 50.0%
- DO Classification
- HIGH
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