University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals/Driscoll Children's Hospital Program
About This Program
We are committed to advancing the field of pediatric surgery through a comprehensive and dynamic training program. Our fellowship is designed to provide the next generation of pediatric surgeons with the skills, knowledge, and experience necessary to excel in this challenging and rewarding field. As part of our program, fellows will engage in hands-on surgical training, participate in groundbreaking research, and gain exposure to a diverse range of pediatric conditions and treatments.
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Ravi S Radhakrishnan, MD, MBA
Univ of Texas Med Branch Hosps
Primary Program Contact
Anna M Garcia, MD
Univ of Texas Med Branch Hosps
Locations
Univ of Texas Med Branch Hosps
Pediatric Surgery Pgm
301 University Blvd
Galveston, TX 77555-0353
301 University Blvd
Galveston, TX 77555-0462
3533 S Alameda Ave
Corpus Christi, TX 78466-6530
815 Market St
Galveston, TX 77550-2725
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
Graduation from medical school must have occurred within the past 5 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
2027 - 2028
Application Due
Dec 31, 2025
Interview Period Starts
Feb 1, 2026 - Mar 31, 2026
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Evaluations
Medical Insurance Coverage
- Major medical for dependents
- Outpatient mental health
- Inpatient mental health
- Group life insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Major medical for residents
Salary Compensation
PGY-6 through PGY-7
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 32 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.