TEAM Foundation – Medical Residency & Fellowship Opportunities
TEAM Foundation – Healthcare Workforce Development

Sharron Acosta, MD, FACS
Program Director

Ophthalmology Residency Program

The Ophthalmology Residency Program at the Texas Institute for Graduate Medical Education and Research (TIGMER) is an active, ACGME-accredited program built to train the next generation of physician leaders while expanding access to advanced eye care throughout South Texas. The program welcomed its first PGY-1 resident in July 2025, and advanced PGY-2 training in July 2026.

Built with intention and innovation, our program offers a dynamic, comprehensive training experience across the full spectrum of ophthalmology.

At TIGMER, residents benefit from:

  • Robust clinical exposure across diverse patient populations

  • Early and progressive surgical training with dedicated faculty mentorship

  • Integrated academic and research opportunities that foster critical thinking and scholarly growth

  • A collaborative, multidisciplinary environment focused on delivering exceptional, patient-centered care

Through physician training, clinical partnerships, and academic leadership, TEAM is creating a pipeline of ophthalmologists equipped to serve South Texas with skill, compassion, and innovation. Our curriculum is designed to develop confident, skilled ophthalmologists who are prepared to lead – whether in private practice, academic medicine, or healthcare systems innovation.

The TIGMER Ophthalmology Residency Program participates in the SF Match. We are listed as TEAM/TIGMER Ophthalmology Residency Program PR11985

SF Match Directory

Dr. Jacob Morgan (PGY-1)

Dr. Megan Murchison (PGY-1)

Dr. Luke Mein (PGY-2)

Curriculum

    • 2 residents per class

    • Exposure to all core subspecialties

    • “Academic half-day” model of didactics

    • Moonlighting permitted beginning in the PGY-2 upon PD approval

    • Free parking at most rotation sites

    • Free food at most rotation sites

    • Children's Eye Center of South Texas, PA

    • Eye Associates of South Texas - San Antonio Medical Center

    • Eye Wellness Center Inc

    • Eyeplastx - Sonterra

    • Guadalupe Regional Medical Center

    • Retina and Uveitis Consultants of Texas

    • Retina Consultants of Texas - San Antonio Medical Center

    • South Texas Eye Institute - San Antonio

    • Sponsel Eye Experts

    • Surgical Experience at: Lenza Surgical Center, Stuart Terry Eye Associates, The Ocular Surgery Center, LLC, and TLC San Antonio - San Antonio

    • Rotation: Weeks

    • Comprehensive Ophthalmology: 20, surgery 1 day/week

    • Glaucoma: 12

    • Retina: 12

    • Hospital/IP/ER: 4

    • Neuro-Ophthalmology: 4

    • Rotation: Weeks

    • Cornea: 12, surgery 1 day/week

    • Oculoplastics: 12

    • Pediatric Ophthalmology: 12

    • Retina: 8

    • Hospital/IP/ER: 4

    • Uveitis: 4

    • Rotation: Weeks

    • Cataract: 12, surgery 1 day/week

    • Comprehensive Ophthalmology: 12, surgery 1 day/week

    • Glaucoma: 12, surgery 1 day/week

    • Retina: 8

    • Hospital/IP/ER: 4

    • Refractive: 4

Rotations

Apply

  • ACME Program Number:

    2404877001

  • ACME Accredited for 6 Trainees

    Applications are accepted for 2 positions each year in this three-year residency program.

  • SF Match Program Code:

  • SF Match

    The TIGMER Ophthalmology Residency Program participates in the SF Match. We are listed as TEAM/TIGMER Ophthalmology Residency Program PR11985

  • Interview Season

    Our interview dates will begin October 15 and last until December 19. For 2027-2028 cycle, interviews will be conducted virtually.

  • Applicants are required to submit the following items:

    CV, Personal Statement, Dean's Letter (MSPE), Official Medical School Transcripts, Three Letters of Recommendation, Passing Scores Required on COMLEX-USA Level 1 and Level 2 CE OR USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 CK

  • All applicants MUST be US citizens or permanent residents

    Graduates of international medical schools are eligible to apply; however, visa sponsorship is not available for this program.

  • International Medical Graduates (IMGs) must also submit the following:

    Valid ECFMG Certificate

    Passing USMLE Scores (Step 1, Step 2 CK)

    Proof of Visa status or US Citizenship

  • Minimum Board Scores for Applicants

    Applications are reviewed holistically, with interview invitations extended to candidates whose experiences, attributes, and goals align with the mission and training opportunities of our program.

Clinical Partners

TEAM’s residency program includes partnerships with respected regional institutions and specialists.

  • Sponsel Eye Experts

  • Retina Consultants of Texas

  • Retina and Uveitis Consultants of Texas

  • South Texas Eye Institute

  • Eye Associates of South Texas

  • Children's Eye Center of South Texas

  • Eyeplastx

  • Lenza Surgical Center

  • Stuart Terry Eye Associates

  • TLC San Antonio

  • Ocular Surgery Center

  • Neuro Ophthalmology of South Texas

  • Guadalupe Regional Medical Center

Ophthalmology Faculty

TEAM’s faculty represents a multidisciplinary team of experienced physicians and educators across major ophthalmic specialties.

  • William E. Sponsel, MD

    Department Chair and Professor
    Glaucoma

  • Sharon Acosta, MD

    Program Director/Associate Professor
    Comprehensive Ophthalmology

  • Joseph Kavanagh, MD

    Associate Professor
    Comprehensive Ophthalmology

  • Calvin Mein, MD

    Professor
    Retina

  • David Holck, MD

    Professor
    Oculoplastics

  • Lisa Marten, MD

    Associate Professor
    Cornea

  • Oday Alsheikh, MD

    Associate Professor
    Comprehensive Opthalmology

  • Rosa Tang, MD

    Professor
    Neuro-Ophthalmology

  • Charles McCash, MD

    Professor
    Pediatric Ophthalmology

  • Michael Mines, MD

    Professor
    Ophthalmic Pathology

  • David Scales, MD

    Professor
    Uveitis

  • Rachel Cooley, MD

    Associate Professor
    Pediatric Ophthalmology

  • Saoul Mancha, OD

    Assistant Professor
    Imaging/Physiol Optics

Interested in Learning More?

TEAM welcomes inquiries from medical students, prospective applicants, educators, and healthcare professionals interested in learning more about the Ophthalmology Residency Program.

Whether you are exploring future application opportunities, seeking partnership information, or want to better understand the program structure, we encourage you to connect with TEAM directly through a dedicated inquiry form or contact section.