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Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program

Internal Medicine residency program in El Paso, Texas, sponsored by Texas Tech University HSC El Paso.

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About Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program

ACGME code
1404811424
Program director
Lisa Hechanova
Location
El Paso, Texas
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
17
First-year spots
Applicants
2,233
Latest cycle
Interview rate
7.9%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
88%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program is a university Based Internal Medicine residency program in El Paso, Texas, sponsored by Texas Tech University HSC El Paso. It offers 17 first-year positions, higher than the typical Internal Medicine program (14).

In the latest application cycle the program received 2,233 applications and invited about 7.9% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Internal Medicine programs, which interview about 10.1% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 88% of current residents, compared with a median of 46.5% across Internal Medicine programs. The program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas.

Residents work about 60 hours a week in their first year.

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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
17
Interview rate
7.9%
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
None

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates6%
  • US DO graduates6%
  • US IMGs22%
  • Non-US IMGs66%

Demographics

  • Women42%
  • Men58%
  • White12%
  • Asian62%
  • Black or African American2%
  • Hispanic or Latino22%
  • Other4%

Contact and location

Program director
Lisa Hechanova
Program coordinator
Mario Longhurst
Coordinator phone
(915) 215-4116
Program phone
(915) 215-5205
Sponsoring institution
Texas Tech University HSC El Paso

4800 Alberta Avenue El Paso, TX 79905 Open in Google Maps

Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program: frequently asked questions

Does Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program sponsor visas?

Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas. International applicants who need a visa should confirm with the program before applying.

Is Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program IMG-friendly?

About 88% of residents at Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Internal Medicine program has 46.5% IMG residents.

How many residency positions does Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program offer?

Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program offers 17 first-year Internal Medicine positions, and 5 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program?

Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program received 2,233 applications and interviewed about 7.9% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine program interviews about 10.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Internal Medicine programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 246.

Where is Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program located?

Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program is located at 4800 Alberta Avenue El Paso, TX 79905. Its sponsoring institution is Texas Tech University HSC El Paso.

Who is the program director of Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program?

The program director is Lisa Hechanova. The program coordinator, Mario Longhurst, is the usual contact for application questions.

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