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University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program

Surgery 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
4403421190
Program director
Jasmeet Paul
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
872
Latest cycle
Interview rate
10.6%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
19%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program is a university Based Surgery residency program in Albuquerque, New Mexico, sponsored by University of New Mexico School of Medicine. It offers 6 first-year positions, higher than the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 872 applications and invited about 10.6% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Surgery programs, which interview about 9.1% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 19% of current residents, compared with a median of 9.1% across Surgery programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 80 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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
6
Interview rate
10.6%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates80%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs2%
  • Non-US IMGs17%

Demographics

  • Women54%
  • Men44%
  • White44%
  • Asian34%
  • Black or African American5%
  • Hispanic or Latino32%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native5%
  • Other2%

Contact and location

Program director
Jasmeet Paul
Program coordinator
Renee Pepin
Coordinator phone
(505) 272-6488
Program phone
–
Sponsoring institution
University of New Mexico School of Medicine

MSC 10-5610 Albuquerque, NM 87131-0001 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 19% 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 Surgery program has 9.1% 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 6 first-year Surgery positions, and 6 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 872 applications and interviewed about 10.6% of applicants. The typical Surgery program interviews about 9.1%.

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 Surgery 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 10-5610 Albuquerque, NM 87131-0001. 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 Jasmeet Paul. The program coordinator, Renee Pepin, is the usual contact for application questions.

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