University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Program

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Urology residency program aims to match high-caliber physician-graduates and provide an educational experience to develop skilled, knowledgeable, compassionate, and resilient urologists. The program offers a robust surgical experience across all areas of urological surgery with internationally recognized leaders in each urology subspecialty.

The residency program balances clinical responsibilities with faculty supervision, organized conferences, and mentored research. Approximately 50% of graduates pursue additional fellowship training, while the rest become comprehensively trained general urologists.

Residents rotate through various hospital settings including Clements University Hospital, Parkland Memorial Hospital, Children's Medical Center Dallas, VA Medical Center of North Texas, and John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth. Each hospital has robotic surgical systems to enhance training.

Residents progress through training years focusing on diagnostic urologic skills, surgical techniques, outpatient rotations, and research opportunities. Weekly conferences, including core conferences, journal clubs, and grand rounds, provide structured learning opportunities.

The program emphasizes a comprehensive clinical experience with significant exposure to complex urological cases. The curriculum helps residents develop the skills and confidence to practice independently in the future.

Additionally, the department offers opportunities for visiting sub-internships for fourth-year medical students and has a detailed residency application process through ERAS with holistic application reviews. Interviewees have ample chances to interact with faculty and residents during the interview experience to gain a complete understanding of the program.