IMGPrep | University of California San Diego Medical Center Program 2800521021 | Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

University of California San Diego Medical Center Program

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Analyst Verified · Aug 1, 2026

University of California San Diego Medical Center Program

University of California San Diego Medical Center Program is a residency program specializing in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, located in San Diego, California, directed by Deborah Watson, MD and coordinated by Norissa Gastelum. The program accepts applications through October 20, 2026. International Medical Graduates interested in this program may contact the program coordinator directly at nagastelum@ucsd.edu or 619-543-1967. IMGPrep analysts have verified and compiled this program’s IMG acceptance rate, USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 score requirements, Visa Sponsorship Policy, graduation year cutoff, and ECFMG certificate requirements — available to IMGPrep subscribers.

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University of California San Diego Medical Center Program
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10/20/2026
80 days left

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Deadline 10/20/2026 80 days left
Accreditation Status N/A
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CURRENT RESIDENTS
Residents
Current Residents.pdf
Program Director
Name: Deborah Watson, MD
Program Coordinator
Name: Norissa Gastelum Email: nagastelum@ucsd.edu Phone: 619-543-1967 Address: 200 W Arbor Dr,San Diego
Program Website
https://oto.ucsd.edu/education/residency/index.html
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