Baylor College of Medicine Program

The Baylor College of Medicine's Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program, located in Houston, Texas, offers a comprehensive training experience in a diverse and vibrant environment. With over 100 dedicated faculty specializing in all facets of obstetrics and gynecology, residents have the unique opportunity to learn from talented clinicians, researchers, and educators. The program emphasizes state-of-the-art medicine and is committed to reflecting the diversity of Houston.

The program maintains full, continued accreditation with the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education and describes its application process as competitive. It offers a wealth of fourth-year electives and invites applications from graduates of U.S.-accredited medical or osteopathic schools and ECFMG-approved foreign medical schools, without discriminating on the basis of race or nationality. Required application documents include the ERAS application, medical school transcript, Medical Student Performance Evaluation, USMLE and/or COMLEX transcript(s), at least three letters of recommendation with one from Ob/Gyn faculty, and a personal statement.

Visa sponsorship is considered on a case-by-case basis, primarily offering support for J-1 visas. The program does not sponsor H1B visas for Graduate Medical Education. Multiple attempts at passing USMLE might reduce an applicant's chance of being offered an interview, and prior clinical experience is not required. International medical graduates must be ECFMG-certified at the time of application to be considered for an interview.

The program offers a range of benefits, with stipend levels at the national average and Houston's cost of living ranking among the lowest of metropolitan areas in the United States. Residents have access to a variety of programs to support their well-being, including vacation and leave of absence policies as outlined on the graduate medical education website.

Educational opportunities are abundant, with simulation labs for both obstetrics and gynecology and a rigorous didactic schedule covering a wide range of topics. Residents can also engage in research, with resources available to support their work. The program's global and reproductive psychiatry tracks offer tailored experiences for residents interested in these areas.

Training sites include Ben Taub Hospital and Texas Children’s Pavilion for Women among others, providing residents with diverse clinical and surgical experiences in both public and private hospital settings.

Overall, the Baylor College of Medicine’s Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program offers a dynamic and comprehensive training experience in one of the most culturally diverse cities in the nation, preparing residents for a wide range of career paths in obstetrics and gynecology.