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Tyler Kent
Program Director

Robert Aaronson
Executive Director

Sue Corcoran,
Program Coordinator
sue.corcoran@tmcaz.com
(520) 324-5096

Tucson Hospitals Medical Education Program
PO Box 42195
5301 E Grant Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85733
Applicants to the Transitional residency program should apply through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). Paper applications will not be accepted. Applicants are requested to include all available USMLE scores. Also, a photograph should be submitted with the ERAS application or at the time of interview. Photographs are used solely for applicant identification and are not included in admission decisions. Applicants must be a graduate of an American accredited medical school. Applicants to the University of Arizona-Tucson Hospitals Internal Medicine Residency Program, University of Arizona-Tucson Hospitals General Surgery Residency, or University of Arizona Pediatrics Residency should go to each programs website for more details on the application process. If you need to reach us directly, please use the contact information provided on the left.

Interview Details
During your time with us, you will interview with the Program Director for the Transitional Program and will have the opportunity to meet with some of the THMEP housestaff, to visit Tucson Medical Center and to learn about our program. Interviews are by invitation only, and are held on Monday - Friday in the morning.

Directions to Tucson Medical Center (TMC)
From Phoenix:
1.Take East I-10 to Tucson
2.Exit Grant Rd. and go east past Swan Rd.
3. Turn left on Beverly Road and follow directions to Valet parking, which is free.
4. Enter via the Emergency Room and wait in the lobby. We will meet you there.

From Tucson International Airport:
1. Go north on South Tucson Blvd.
2. Turn right on East Valencia Rd. towards South Palo Verde Blvd.
3. Turn left on South Palo Verde Rd.
4. Stay straight and go north onto South Palo Verde Blvd.
5. South Palo Verde Rd. becomes South Alvernon Way.
6. Turn right on East Grant Rd. and continue east past Swan Rd
7. Turn left on Beverly Road and follow directions to Valet parking, which is free.
8. Enter via the Emergency Room and wait in the lobby. We will meet you there.

Map of TMC
A variety of lodging is available around the TMC campus. Please contact hotels directly for pricing information.

Lodging:
MARIOTT RESIDENCE INN
Address: 6477 E. Speedway Blvd.
Telephone number: (520) 721-0991
Contact hotel directly for pricing information, mention you are interviewing with THMEP. Check to see if transportation to the hospital is available.
Web address is: http://www.marriott.com/property/propertypage/tusaz

RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT (WILLIAMS CENTER)
Address: 5400 East Williams Center
Telephone number: (520) 790-6100
Contact hotel directly for pricing information
When making a reservation, contact Ed Meyer and mention you are interviewing with THMEP
Web address is: http://www.marriott.com/tusri
Promo code for website: TEX

EXTENDED STAY AMERICA
Address: 5050 E. Grant Rd
Telephone number: (520) 795-9510
Contact hotel directly for pricing information
Rooms have completely equipped kitchenette and cable TV.
Web address is http://www.extstay.com

SHERATON TUCSON HOTEL & SUITES
Address: 5151 E. Grant Road
Within walking distance of TMC
Telephone number: (520) 323-6262
Rates from $57 for 30+ nights
Special THMEP Extended Stay Rate $57 at Sheraton Tucson Hotel & Suites. Guest will enjoy free upgrades at check-in and 20% Off Food and Beverage.
http://www.sheratontucson.com/tucson-hospitals-medical-education-program
Special Medical Center Rates from $79 for shorter stays of less than 30 nights.
Tucson Medical Center
http://starwoodhotels.com/sheraton/search/pre_decider_all.html?propertyID=177&corporateAccountNumber=383773
Az Health Sciences Center
http://www.sheratontucson.com/arizona-health-sciences-center
Contact Maureen Tozzi, Director Business Travel Sales
Telephone number: (520) 321-7616 Fax: (520) 325-2989 for more information
Offers complimentary shuttle service between hotel and TMC
Offers complimentary High Speed Internet in room, Health Club open 24 hours, complimentary Starbucks Coffee Service & Bottled Water in Room, Two On-Site Restaurants, Complimentary Self-Parking for vehicle, Room Service
Web Address is http://www.sheraton.com/tucson

HAMPTON INN & SUITES
Address: 251 S. Wilmot Rd.
Telephone number: (520) 514-0500
Contact hotel directly for pricing information
When making a reservation ask for the UA College of Medicine Residency rate
Offers complimentary deluxe hot breakfast, wireless internet, heated outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, HBO, walking distance to over 15 restaurants
Web Address: http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/hotels/index.jhtml?ctyhocn=TUSEAHX

****The hotels do not provide transportation to and from the airport. We suggest making arrangements with the Arizona Stagecoach. Their telephone number is (520) 889-1000 or 877-782-4355.