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University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program

Internal MedicineUniversity-basedIMG: MODERATE
Albuquerque, NM(Albuquerque, New Mexico Metropolitan Area Metro)
16
Positions
$65,550
PGY1 Salary
23.5%
IMG %

Program Overview

Program Details

ACGME Code:
3003421218
NRMP Code:
1962300C0
Program Type:
University-based
Total Positions:
16
Interviews:
50

Contact Information

Admission Requirements

Visa Sponsorship:
J1

Training Details

Training Structure

Avg Hours/Week:
50
Max Hours on Duty:
14
Avg 24hr Off Duty:
2
Lecture/Conference Hours:
6/week
Night Float:
No
Vacation Days:
21
Sick Days:
21
Faculty Ratio:
1.70

Faculty & Teaching Environment

Total Physicians:
28
Non-Physician Staff:
4
Part-Time Physicians:
1
Female Faculty:
55.6%

Special Features & Unique Opportunities

We offer a broad, extensive training in anatomic pathology, including acclaimed subspecialty expertise in hematopathology and forensic pathology. In addition, there is practical and cutting-edge clinical pathology training, including active engagement in laboratory management, advanced molecular diagnostics, and experience with population health and applying laboratory medicine to the health of our communities at TriCore Reference Laboratories.

Program Offers & Benefits

  • On-call meal allowance
  • iPads, tablets, etc., or technology allowance
  • Placement assistance upon completion of program into practice, fellowship or academia

Educational Opportunities

  • Curriculum to develop health systems leadership skills (e.g., QI project leadership, community/organizational advocacy)
  • Formal program to foster interprofessional teamwork
  • Instruction in medical Spanish or other non-English language
  • Debt management/financial counseling
  • Academic support for USMLE Step 3 preparation
  • International experience/global health
  • Resident/fellow retreats
  • Off-campus electives

Research Opportunities

Research Rotation

Required

Duration

999 weeks

Salary Progression

$65,550
PGY-1
$67,676
PGY-2
$70,139
PGY-3
$72,736
PGY-4
0

Benefits Package Details

Dental Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Disability Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Group Life Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Major Medical Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Inpatient Mental Health:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Outpatient Mental Health:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Major Medical (Residents):Institution & Resident Share Cost
Major Medical (Dependents):Institution & Resident Share Cost

Location & Lifestyle

Location Overview

City & State
Albuquerque, NM
Metropolitan Area
Albuquerque, New Mexico Metropolitan Area
Geographic Region
Mountain
Metropolitan Population
5,028,092

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Index
83(US avg: 100)
Median Home Price
$223K
Median Monthly Rent
$1.0K/mo
Median Household Income
$53K
Rent as % of Resident Salary
17.5%(FREIDA)

Demographics & Community

Metropolitan Population
5,028,092
Median Age
33 years
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
0.57
Poverty Rate
13.0%
Unemployment Rate
12.0%

Climate & Weather

Summer
83°F
Winter
53°F
Sunny Days
255 days
Precipitation
42"
Humidity
58%

Local Cost of Goods & Services

Coffee
$5.00
Restaurant Meal
13.32
Gas (per gallon)
$4.11
Gym Membership
49

Purchasing Power AnalysisEnhanced Data

Nominal Salary
$65,550
Cost-Adjusted Salary
$78,976
Value Rating
Excellent
Cost data updated: 6/12/2025

Application Information

Program Details

ACGME Code:
3003421218
NRMP Code:
1962300C0
Total Positions:
16
Interviews:
50
Program Type:
University-based

Contact Information

Program Director:
Evelyn Lockhart
Program Website:
Visit Website
More Information:
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Application Timeline

Application Period:
9/15/2026 - 11/1/2026
Interview Period:
10/20/2026 - 12/31/2026
Video Interviews:
Not Available

Application Requirements

Required Letters:
3
Moonlighting Allowed:
Yes

Examination Requirements

USMLE Requirements

Step 1 Required:
No
Step 2 Required:
No

COMLEX Requirements

COMLEX Level 1:
Yes
COMLEX Level 2:
Yes

Program Start Dates & Match Information

Start Dates

Available Start Dates:
June

Match Information

NRMP Main Match:
Yes
NRMP Codes:
1962300C0

Institution & Program Size Details

Institution Information

Institution:
University of New Mexico Hospital
Primary Teaching Site:
University of New Mexico Hospital
Contact Person:
Kristen Broesder

Program Size by Year

First Year Positions:
4
Positions by Year:
PGY-1:4
PGY-2:4
PGY-3:4
PGY-4:4

Program Policies & Additional Information

Smoking Policy:
Smoking Allowed
Salary Tax Status:
Yes
Paid Leave Days:
42

IMG/DO Friendliness

International Medical Graduates (IMG)

Visa Sponsorship
J-1 through ECFMG
IMG Percentage
23.5%
IMG Classification
MODERATE
IMG Specialty Percentile
7th percentile

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

DO Percentage
17.6%
DO Classification
MODERATE

Rankings & Reputation

Program Rankings

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