LAS VEGAS, Nevada –
A future Army physician from the U.S. Army’s Health Professions Scholarship Program has matched into a competitive Urology residency, continuing the Army’s tradition of developing highly trained medical specialists.
Second Lieutenant Matthew Hazel, a medical student at Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine, matched into a Urology residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio through a civilian-sponsored training program.
Hazel entered medical school through the Army’s Health Professions Scholarship Program, which allows qualified students to pursue medical education while preparing to serve as physicians in the U.S. Army.
Urology is one of the most competitive specialties in medicine, requiring extensive training and specialization. Through the Army’s civilian-sponsored residency pathway, physicians receive advanced training at leading civilian institutions before returning to serve in Army hospitals and operational units.
During the residency selection process, Hazel applied to several highly respected programs across both military and civilian institutions before matching with the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio.
Through programs like HPSP, the Army continues to recruit and develop physicians across a wide range of medical specialties, ensuring Soldiers and their families receive world class care both at home and around the world.
After completing residency training, Hazel will serve as an Army physician specializing in urology, providing advanced surgical and medical care while supporting the health and readiness of the force.