University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Family Medicine residency in Houston, 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
A university-based family medicine residency at UTHealth McGovern Medical School in Houston, training residents in full-spectrum care and physician leadership across both underserved and private settings, including Texas Medical Center and community-based hospitals and clinics. The curriculum uses ACGME milestone and PCMH models, emphasizing continuity of care and management of acute, chronic, and preventive issues. A Medical Spanish course is available, and the department has ties to the Harris Health System and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital.
Summarized from the program’s official website, checked October 4, 2026. Confirm details with the program.
PGY salaries
Published annual salaries or stipends in USD for the academic year shown. Check the notes and official source for included allowances, separate benefits, and effective dates. Institution schedules apply only where the program confirms coverage.
| Level | Academic year | Annual salary (USD) | Applies to | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PGY-1 | 2026-2027 | $71671.22UTHealth Houston GME stipend from the AY 2026–2027 column, using the published cents. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-2 | 2026-2027 | $74353.18UTHealth Houston GME stipend from the AY 2026–2027 column, using the published cents. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-3 | 2026-2027 | $76364.64UTHealth Houston GME stipend from the AY 2026–2027 column, using the published cents. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-4 | 2026-2027 | $79448.68UTHealth Houston GME stipend from the AY 2026–2027 column, using the published cents. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-5 | 2026-2027 | $83324.15UTHealth Houston GME stipend from the AY 2026–2027 column, using the published cents. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-6 | 2026-2027 | $86025.20UTHealth Houston GME stipend from the AY 2026–2027 column, using the published cents. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-7 | 2026-2027 | $88925.70UTHealth Houston GME stipend from the AY 2026–2027 column, using the published cents. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-8 | 2026-2027 | $91149.35UTHealth Houston GME stipend from the AY 2026–2027 column, using the published cents. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-9 | 2026-2027 | $93427.10UTHealth Houston GME stipend from the AY 2026–2027 column, using the published cents. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
Sources and verification
Research last checked October 11, 2026. Missing information is not an estimate.
- address (verified, 2026-10-11): Official program page explicitly identifies the residency leadership, contact, or training detail recorded here. Source 1
- pgy_salaries (verified, 2026-10-11): Official institution-wide resident compensation schedule for 2026–2027. UTHealth Houston GME stipend from the AY 2026–2027 column, using the published cents. Source 1
Program leadership and contact
- Program director
- Phuc D. Nguyen, M.D.
- Program coordinator
- Rose Mary Betancourt-Trevino
- Assistant Professor and Associate Director
- Pedro J. Aquino, M.D.
- Professor and Chair
- Carlos A. Moreno, M.D., MSPH
- Senior Administrative Coordinator/Residency
- Kathy Sallier
- Senior Administrative Coordinator/Residency
- Alisha Lerch
- Address
- 1133 John Freeman Blvd., Suite JJL 308S, Houston, TX 77030
- Phone
- 713-500-7616
Contact details checked October 4, 2026.
Program and application links
Review the official program page for training sites, curriculum, eligibility, required documents, deadlines, interview policy, visa sponsorship, and current openings.