Transitional Year Residency FAQ

 

Are you accredited by the ACGME?

  • Yes, we are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education as a one-year preliminary training program.

How do I submit my application?

  • We only accept applications through the Electronic Residency Application Service.

Does the program accept applicants outside of the NRMP match?

  • No, the program participates only in the NRMP Match and does not accept applicants outside of the Match.

Do you accept international medical graduates requiring a visa?

  • Our institution does accept J1 Visas only.

Will you be offering virtual interviews?

  • All interviews will be conducted virtually and will be scheduled through ERAS. Applicants can select available dates.

What if I cannot make it on my interview date or need to change dates?

  • Please notify our office by ERAS, phone or email as soon as possible if a scheduling change needs to be made.

Will the program allow moonlighting?

  • Moonlighting is not permitted during the transitional year.

Where will my rotations be located?

  • UT Health East Texas at Tyler – midtown hospital (primary site)
  • UT Health Science Center North Campus (specialty clinics)
  • Tyler Family Circle of Care – West Gentry Health Center (IM ambulatory clinic)
  • Community Specialty Facilities (various specialty rotations)

Do you offer an employment benefits package?

  • Yes, in conjunction with UT System benefits.

Do you accept COMLEX?

  • Both USMLE and COMLEX are accepted.

Do you accept Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine graduates?

  • Yes, we accept graduates from both MD and DO medical schools.