University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
About This Program
Our Allergy and Immunology fellowship, situated within a major academic institution in the world's largest medical center, offers unparalleled exposure to a diverse patient population and the full spectrum of allergic and immune disorders. With a strong emphasis on evidence-based medicine and extensive opportunities for clinical and translational research, our program prepares fellows to become well-rounded, academically driven physicians and investigators.
Program Statistics
Contact Information
Program Director
Ekta K Perera, MD
University of Texas Health Science Cente
Primary Program Contact
Michelle Komanich
University of Texas Health Science Cente
Locations
University of Texas Health Science Cente
Ste 720
6410 Fannin St
Houston, TX 77030-5205
6411 Fannin St
Houston, TX 77030-1501
6410 Fannin St
Houston, TX 77030
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- Main Match of the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP)
- San Francisco Match
- Military Match
- Urology Match
U.S. MD Applicants
IMG Applicants
DO Applicants
Total required letters of recommendation (excludes MSPE and Dean's letter)
Required specialty-specific letters of evaluation within total letters of recommendation
- Letter(s) from someone within the specialty (e.g., faculty, attending)
Medical School Graduation Timeline
Data not provided by program
Gap Experience Requirement
Data not provided by program
Resident / Fellow Characteristics
Three year averages. Medical school type does not include graduates of Canadian schools.
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Program Faculty
Faculty Distribution
Work Environment
NA = Not Applicable
NGO = Negotiable
OTH = Other
Visa Status
This program will consider an appropriately qualified applicant with the following visa or visa status. Contact the program for additional information.
Program Size
Key Dates & Timelines
2026 - 2027
Application Due
Aug 31, 2025
2027 - 2028
Application Due
Aug 31, 2026
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Data not provided by program
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Evaluations
Medical Insurance Coverage
- Major medical for dependents
- Major medical for domestic partners
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Major medical for residents
- Group life insurance
Salary Compensation
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Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 15 Vacation Days and 12 Sick Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
For more information, view the program's leave policy on their website.