University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program Orthopaedic Surgery Residency
Orthopaedic Surgery residency program in Albuquerque, New Mexico, sponsored by University of New Mexico School of Medicine.
See how you matchAbout University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program
- ACGME code
- 2603431093
- Program director
- Selina Silva
- Location
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- Positions
- 5
- First-year spots
- Applicants
- 374
- Latest cycle
- IMG residents
- 12%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
- For residents
University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program is a university Based Orthopaedic Surgery residency program in Albuquerque, New Mexico, sponsored by University of New Mexico School of Medicine. It offers 5 first-year positions, higher than the typical Orthopaedic Surgery program (4).
In the latest application cycle the program received 374 applications.
International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 12% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Orthopaedic Surgery programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.
Residents work about 75 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
- Application deadline
- Residents' medical schools and countries
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Applications and interviews
- Positions offered
- 5
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 3
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates84%
- US DO graduates4%
- US IMGs8%
- Non-US IMGs4%
Demographics
- Women28%
- Men72%
- White76%
- Asian8%
- Black or African American8%
- Hispanic or Latino8%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Selina Silva
- Program coordinator
- Christopher Shultz
- Coordinator phone
- (505) 272-6225
- Program phone
- (505) 272-5214
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- University of New Mexico School of Medicine
Department of Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation MSC10 5600 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 12% 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 Orthopaedic Surgery program has 0% 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 5 first-year Orthopaedic Surgery positions, and 5 were filled in the latest Match.
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. 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 University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program located?
University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program is located at Department of Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation MSC10 5600 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 Selina Silva. The program coordinator, Christopher Shultz, is the usual contact for application questions.