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APPLICATIONS

Applications must be submitted two years prior to the beginning of the residency.  We participate in the Central Application Service (CAS) of the Ophthalmology Matching Program (OMP). We suggest that you contact the OMP regarding application forms and procedures.  We do not require a supplemental application.  Write or call:

SF Match

655 Beach Street
San Francisco, CA 94109
(415) 447-0350
San Francisco Matching Program

Invitations for interviews will be sent to selected candidates in September, October and November.  Interviewing will usually be completed by the middle of December with the match in January.

Applicants are selected on the basis of their preparedness, ability, aptitude, academic credentials, communication skills, and personal qualities.  There is no discrimination with regard to sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Questions and further information should be directed to:

Karen Long
Residency / Fellowship Coordinator
The University of Texas Medical Branch
Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
301 University Blvd.
Galveston, TX 77555-1106
 
Telephone number (409) 747-5801
Fax number (409) 747-5433

E-mail address klong@utmb.edu