AnesthesiologyCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program

Anesthesiology residency program in Albuquerque, New Mexico, sponsored by University of New Mexico School of Medicine.

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About University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program

ACGME code
0403421183
Program director
Bradley Graustein
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
10
First-year spots
Applicants
780
Latest cycle
Interview rate
10.5%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
17%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program is a community-based university affiliated Anesthesiology residency program in Albuquerque, New Mexico, sponsored by University of New Mexico School of Medicine. It offers 10 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Anesthesiology program (10).

In the latest application cycle the program received 780 applications and invited about 10.5% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Anesthesiology programs, which interview about 16.4% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 17% of current residents, compared with a median of 4% across Anesthesiology programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 75 hours a week in their first year. The program offers hospitalist, research, rural and women's health tracks.

Requirements and screening

USMLE Step 1 is pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the score programs screen on. These are the details IMGs most often need before deciding whether to apply.

  • Step 2 CK minimum score
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • Year of graduation limit
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
10
Interview rate
10.5%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates47%
  • US DO graduates36%
  • US IMGs11%
  • Non-US IMGs6%

Demographics

  • Women22%
  • Men78%
  • White58%
  • Asian19%
  • Black or African American3%
  • Hispanic or Latino25%
  • Other6%

Contact and location

Program director
Bradley Graustein
Program coordinator
Rossela Martinez
Coordinator phone
(505) 272-2734
Program phone
(505) 272-7147
Sponsoring institution
University of New Mexico School of Medicine

MSC 10-6000 Albuquerque, NM 87131 Open in Google Maps

University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

About 17% of residents at University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Anesthesiology program has 4% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program offer?

University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program offers 10 first-year Anesthesiology positions, and 10 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program?

University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program received 780 applications and interviewed about 10.5% of applicants. The typical Anesthesiology program interviews about 16.4%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Anesthesiology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 253.

Where is University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program located?

University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program is located at MSC 10-6000 Albuquerque, NM 87131. Its sponsoring institution is University of New Mexico School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program?

The program director is Bradley Graustein. The program coordinator, Rossela Martinez, is the usual contact for application questions.

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