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University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio Joe and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine Program

PediatricsUniversity-basedIMG: CHALLENGING
San Antonio, TX(San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX MSA Metro)
45
Positions
#71
Specialty Rank
$67,556
PGY1 Salary
4.5%
IMG %
#71
Pediatrics Ranking
68th Percentile
Top 32% of programs

Program Overview

Program Details

ACGME Code:
3204821235
NRMP Code:
1722320C0YOG
Program Type:
University-based
Total Positions:
45
Interviews:
163

Contact Information

Michelle Marie Arandes
Program Director

Admission Requirements

Years of Graduation Cutoff:
5 years
Visa Sponsorship:
J1

Training Details

Training Structure

Avg Hours/Week:
48
Max Hours on Duty:
15
Avg 24hr Off Duty:
1.9
Lecture/Conference Hours:
8/week
Night Float:
Yes
Vacation Days:
15
Sick Days:
10
Faculty Ratio:
3.10

Faculty & Teaching Environment

Total Physicians:
142
Non-Physician Staff:
32
Part-Time Physicians:
8
Female Faculty:
64.2%
Outpatient Clinic Hours:
40%

Special Features & Unique Opportunities

UT Health San Antonio Pediatrics is dedicated to fostering an environment where you will thrive, combining a top-notch education with hands-on experience. From our experienced and supportive faculty to our large patient population, every aspect of our training is designed to prepare you for a successful career in Pediatrics. We invite you to explore our website & Instagram (@UTHealthSAPeds) and discover why our program is nationally recognized for developing incredible pediatricians and fellows!

Program Offers & Benefits

  • Free parking
  • On-call meal allowance
  • Placement assistance upon completion of program into practice, fellowship or academia

Educational Opportunities

  • Curriculum to develop health systems leadership skills (e.g., QI project leadership, community/organizational advocacy)
  • Formal program to foster interprofessional teamwork
  • Instruction in medical Spanish or other non-English language
  • Alternative/complementary medicine curriculum
  • Economics of health care systems curriculum
  • Debt management/financial counseling
  • Academic support for USMLE Step 3 preparation
  • International experience/global health
  • Resident/fellow retreats
  • Off-campus electives
  • Hospice/home care experience

Research Opportunities

Research Rotation

Optional

0

Salary Progression

$67,556
PGY-1
$70,085
PGY-2
$71,980
PGY-3
00

Benefits Package Details

Dental Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Disability Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Group Life Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Major Medical Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Inpatient Mental Health:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Outpatient Mental Health:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Major Medical (Residents):Institution & Resident Share Cost
Major Medical (Dependents):Institution & Resident Share Cost

Location & Lifestyle

Location Overview

City & State
San Antonio, TX
Metropolitan Area
San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX MSA
Geographic Region
West South Central
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Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Index
97(US avg: 100)
Median Home Price
$293K
Median Monthly Rent
$1.3K/mo
Median Household Income
$37K
Rent as % of Resident Salary
22.8%(FREIDA)

Demographics & Community

Population
41K
Median Age
32 years
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
0.16
Poverty Rate
7.0%
Unemployment Rate
5.0%

Climate & Weather

Summer
87°F
Winter
62°F
Sunny Days
283 days
Precipitation
36"
Humidity
57%

Local Cost of Goods & Services

Coffee
$4.77
Restaurant Meal
12.72
Gas (per gallon)
$3.82
Gym Membership
47

Purchasing Power AnalysisEnhanced Data

Nominal Salary
$67,556
Cost-Adjusted Salary
$69,645
Value Rating
Good
Cost data updated: 6/12/2025

Application Information

Program Details

ACGME Code:
3204821235
NRMP Code:
1722320C0YOG
Total Positions:
45
Interviews:
163
Program Type:
University-based

Contact Information

Program Director:
Michelle Marie Arandes
Program Website:
Visit Website
More Information:
More Information

Application Timeline

Application Period:
9/14/2026 - 2/1/2027
Interview Period:
10/6/2026 - 1/8/2027
Video Interviews:
Not Available

Application Requirements

Required Letters:
3
Moonlighting Allowed:
No

Examination Requirements

USMLE Requirements

Step 1 Required:
No
Step 2 Required:
No
Min Step 1 Score:
200

COMLEX Requirements

COMLEX Level 1:
Yes
COMLEX Level 2:
No

Program Start Dates & Match Information

Start Dates

Available Start Dates:
July
July Start Date:
July

Match Information

NRMP Main Match:
Yes
NRMP Codes:
1722320P0, 1722320C0

Institution & Program Size Details

Institution Information

Institution:
University Hospital
Primary Teaching Site:
University Hospital
Contact Person:
Kelly M Gallegos

Program Size by Year

First Year Positions:
15
Positions by Year:
PGY-1:15
PGY-2:15
PGY-3:15

Program Policies & Additional Information

Smoking Policy:
Smoking Allowed
Salary Tax Status:
Yes
Paid Leave Days:
42

IMG/DO Friendliness

International Medical Graduates (IMG)

Years of Graduation Cutoff
5 years
Visa Sponsorship
J-1 through ECFMG
IMG Percentage
4.5%
IMG Classification
CHALLENGING
IMG Specialty Percentile
4th percentile

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

DO Percentage
34.1%
DO Classification
HIGH

Rankings & Reputation

Program Rankings

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