Application Process

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. Foreign medical graduate visas accepted: J1 and H1B. www.ecfmg.org

Questions and further information should be directed to:

Residency/Fellowship Coordinator
The University of Texas Medical Branch
Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
301 University Blvd.
Galveston, TX 77555-1106

409-747-5813
409-747-5402 fax

Email: mibuchan@utmb.edu