University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler (Athens)
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler (Athens) Family Medicine residency in Athens, TX is listed by AAMC with ERAS status “Participating” for the 2027 cycle. Use the official program page for curriculum, training sites, eligibility, and current contacts.
About the program
UT Tyler School of Medicine's Family Medicine Residency in Athens, TX (accredited 2020) is an unopposed, community-based rural program that trains in inpatient, critical care, L&D and emergency medicine at UT Health Athens. Obstetrics is described as its greatest strength: one-on-one surgical OB teaching from fellowship-trained family medicine OB physicians and over 700 deliveries a year. Residents complete 13 four-week rotations per year, with electives in Athens including ENT, ophthalmology, urology, hematology, oncology, pulmonary, nephrology, wound care and sleep medicine. About 90% of core rotations are local. Community partners include East Texas Community Clinic and Lakeland Medical Associates.
Summarized from the program’s official website. Confirm details with the program.
Program highlights
- Lead with rural, full-scope family medicine intent: the program's mission and stated aim is to serve rural populations and prepare graduates to practice full scope in any setting.
- Obstetrics is the stated greatest strength (four faculty are family medicine OB fellowship graduates; 700+ deliveries a year); say if you want operative OB skills and ask about expected cesarean volume.
- Ask how the small class (six per year, 18 total) translates into mentorship from core faculty and community physicians.
- Ask about moonlighting for PGY-2/PGY-3 residents who have passed ITEs and hold a full license, and about the 4 elective blocks in PGY-3 plus out-of-town electives.
- Mention interest in the underserved/FQHC continuity experience at East Texas Community Clinic, and in QI and practice management taught by a 30+ year private-practice physician.
- Applicants should note the stated criteria: graduated within the last three years; COMLEX accepted; IMGs considered case by case.
PGY salaries
PGY salaries have not been verified for this program.
Program leadership and contact
- Program director
- Jonathan C. David, DO
- Phone
- 903.676.1145
Program and application links
Review the official program page for training sites, curriculum, eligibility, required documents, deadlines, interview policy, visa sponsorship, and current openings.
About Family Medicine residency training
Family Medicine residency training typically lasts 3 years.
Training covers care across ages, including obstetrics, pediatrics and outpatient continuity of care.
General information about the specialty, not a statement about this program. Confirm details with the program.
How to apply to this residency
- Register with ERAS, the application service of the AAMC, and with the NRMP Main Residency Match.
- Apply to this program through ERAS during the application season, with the documents it asks for.
- If you interview here, rank the program on your NRMP rank order list by the deadline; Match results are released in March.
Deadlines, required documents, interview policy and visa sponsorship differ between programs and years. The program’s own website is the authority.
Prepare your application
- The NRMP Residency Match, explained
- Residency interview preparation: a four-week plan and question bank
- Residency interview strategies for USMLE candidates
- How to create a resume or CV for residency
- The Dean's letter (MSPE): what it is and how to get it from your medical school
- After the interview: highlight your strengths and send thank-you letters
- NRMP ranking algorithm & rank-list strategy
- Save money on USMLE and interview travel
- Study books by exam
- International medical graduates: ECFMG and visas
Questions to ask this program
Strong applicants use the interview to learn how a program trains its residents. Questions worth asking:
- How much autonomy do residents have at each training level, and how is supervision handled?
- Where do graduates go next: practice, fellowship or academic positions? Ask for recent examples.
- What are the call and night-float schedules, and how many hours do residents typically work?
- How are residents supported in preparing for board exams, and what is the program’s recent pass rate?
- What research, quality improvement or teaching opportunities are protected with time?
- What benefits, parental leave and wellness support does the program provide?
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Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to the University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler (Athens) Family Medicine residency?
This directory lists the program in the NRMP Main Residency Match. Use the program and application links on this page for the current instructions, deadlines and required documents.
How long is the University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler (Athens) Family Medicine residency?
The program length recorded for this entry is 3 years. Confirm it with the program.
How many positions does the University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler (Athens) Family Medicine residency offer?
The directory records 6 position(s) per year. Positions can change from year to year, so confirm for the cycle you are applying to.
What does the University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler (Athens) Family Medicine residency pay?
Salaries have not been verified for this program. Many institutions publish a resident and fellow salary schedule on their graduate medical education office page.