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Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program

Orthopaedic Surgery 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
2604800003
Program director
Rajiv Rajani
Location
El Paso, Texas
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
3
First-year spots
Applicants
197
Latest cycle
Interview rate
18.8%
Of applicants invited
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program is a university Based Orthopaedic Surgery residency program in El Paso, Texas, sponsored by Texas Tech University HSC El Paso. It offers 3 first-year positions, lower than the typical Orthopaedic Surgery program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 197 applications and invited about 18.8% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Orthopaedic Surgery programs, which interview about 16.2% of applicants.

The program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas.

Residents work about 70 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 scores of interviewed applicants

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
3
Interview rate
18.8%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
None

Contact and location

Program director
Rajiv Rajani
Program coordinator
Lorena Juarez
Coordinator phone
(915) 215-5818
Program phone
(915) 215-5419
Sponsoring institution
Texas Tech University HSC El Paso

4801 Alberta Ave 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.

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

Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program offers 3 first-year Orthopaedic Surgery positions, and 3 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program?

Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program received 197 applications and interviewed about 18.8% of applicants. The typical Orthopaedic Surgery program interviews about 16.2%.

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 score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Orthopaedic Surgery programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 258.

Where is Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program located?

Texas Tech University HSC El Paso Program is located at 4801 Alberta Ave 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 Rajiv Rajani. The program coordinator, Lorena Juarez, is the usual contact for application questions.