University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program
About This Program
The University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson offers a fully accredited, three-year Gastroenterology Fellowship Program (clinical track) combining clinical training, education and research opportunities. The program is hosted at Banner - University Medical Center (UMC) Tucson and South campuses, as well as the Tucson VA Medical Center, the flagship facility of the Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (SAVAHCS). -Each year, we accept 3-4 fellows, who are thoroughly prepared for subspecialty board certification. The program focuses academically and in research on the physiology and pathophysiology of gastrointestinal disorders, with clinical training provided across facilities, a diverse patient population and renowned faculty.
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Joshua Melson, MD
University of Arizona College of Medicin
Primary Program Contact
Elvia Y Florez, MPH
University of Arizona College of Medicin
Locations
1501 N Campbell Ave
Tucson, AZ 85724-5085
3601 S 6th Ave
Tucson, AZ 85723
2800 E Ajo Way
Tucson, AZ 85713
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- San Francisco Match
- Military Match (i.e., Joint Service Graduate Medical Education Selection Board, Military Selection Board)
- SAU/AU Match (i.e., Urology Match)
- None
Does not offer open house or second look
U.S. MD Applicants
IMG Applicants
DO Applicants
Total required letters of recommendation (excludes MSPE and Deans letter)
Required Letter Writers
- Letter(s) from someone within the specialty (e.g., faculty, attending)
- Program Director
- Physician preceptor at an away rotation (e.g., program director, faculty)
Medical School Graduation Timeline
Graduation from medical school must have occurred within the past 4 year(s).
Gap Experience Requirement
PGY-1 applicants to this program with a gap of 1 year or more between medical school graduation and entry to residency must have the following experience occur during the gap: Clinical experience in the US
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
PGY-1 Positions Not Offered
PGY-2 Positions Not Offered
Key Dates & Timelines
2026 - 2027
Program Starts Reviewing Applications
Application service release date
Interview Offer Dates
Specialty Universal Dates
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Evaluations
Medical Insurance Coverage
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- Major medical for residents
- Major medical for dependents
- Major medical for domestic partners
- Outpatient mental health
- Inpatient mental health
- Group life insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Disability insurance for occupationally-acquired HIV
Salary Compensation
Year 4 through Year 6
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 20 Vacation Days and 5 Sick Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
For more information, view the program's leave policy on their website.