University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program
About This Program
The program is uniquely the only program in Southeaster AZ with a large catch-met area that includes a broad base of expansive opportunities for reconstructive and aesthetic plastic surgery, both adult and pediatric. The region is a combination of urban, suburban, and rural regions with a diverse population. Clinical experiences include general reconstructive, breast, pediatric/craniofacial, aesthetics, and hand surgery. The curriculum is designed with early engagement and escalating autonomy.
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Aaron C Mason, MD
University of Arizona College of Medicin
Primary Program Contact
Marissa White
University of Arizona College of Medicin
Locations
1501 N Campbell Ave
Tucson, AZ 85724-5085
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- Main Match of the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP)
- Advanced or Fellowship Match of NRMP
- ERAS®
- 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 from a department chair
- Letter(s) from someone within the specialty (e.g., faculty, attending)
Medical School Graduation Timeline
No cap on the number of years.
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
Sep 30, 2025
Interview Period Starts
Oct 1, 2025 - Nov 30, 2025
2027 - 2028
Application Due
Nov 30, 2025
Interview Period Starts
Dec 1, 2025 - Apr 30, 2026
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Data not provided by program
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
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Disability insurance for HIV
Salary Compensation
PGY-6 through PGY-8
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.