University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Program
About This Program
Our Nephrology Fellowship in Tyler, TX, offers robust training with a dedicated interventional nephrology rotation, focused home dialysis rotation, and monthly board review sessions. Fellows care for a diverse patient population with high rates of diabetes, hypertension, and ESRD, including underserved and underinsured individuals. The program emphasizes hands-on learning, strong mentorship, and board success. -
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Aideloje A Onime, MD
UT Health Tyler
Primary Program Contact
Leona L Caldemeyer, MS
UT Health Tyler
Locations
UT Health Tyler
Nephrology Pgm
1133 Medical Dr
Tyler, TX 75701
11937 Us Hwy 271
Tyler, TX 75708
1133 Medical Dr
Tyler, TX 75707
5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Dallas, TX 75390-9002
1100 E Lake St
Tyler, TX 75701
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- 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
- Specialty-specific standardized letter(s) of evaluation
- Letter(s) from someone within the specialty (e.g., faculty, attending)
Medical School Graduation Timeline
Graduation from medical school must have occurred within the past 3 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
Key Dates & Timelines
2026 - 2027
Application Due
Oct 24, 2025
Interview Period Starts
Aug 15, 2025 - Oct 24, 2025
2027 - 2028
Application Due
Oct 31, 2026
Interview Period Starts
Aug 1, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Data not provided by program
Evaluations
Medical Insurance Coverage
- Major medical for dependents
- Major medical for domestic partners
- Dental insurance
- Major medical for residents
- Outpatient mental health
- Inpatient mental health
Salary Compensation
PGY-4 through PGY-5
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 20 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.
Quality of Life Information*
Estimated Monthly Costs
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