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University of New Mexico School of Medicine Program

UrologyUniversity-basedIMG: MODERATE
Albuquerque, NM(Albuquerque, NM Metropolitan Area Metro)
15
Positions
$65,550
PGY1 Salary
15.4%
IMG %

Program Overview

Program Details

ACGME Code:
4803421084
Program Type:
University-based
Total Positions:
15
Interviews:
30

Contact Information

Frances Alba
Program Director

Admission Requirements

Years of Graduation Cutoff:
1 years
Visa Sponsorship:
- YOG C

Training Details

Training Structure

Avg Hours/Week:
70
Max Hours on Duty:
24
Avg 24hr Off Duty:
1
Lecture/Conference Hours:
2/week
Night Float:
No
Vacation Days:
21
Sick Days:
21
Faculty Ratio:
1.20

Faculty & Teaching Environment

Total Physicians:
18
00
Female Faculty:
16.7%
Outpatient Clinic Hours:
100%

Special Features & Unique Opportunities

Our program is the only Urology training program in the state. We serve one of the largest populations of Native Americans and underrepresented minorities. The training program encompasses a broad array of experiences in the academic, private and veterans hospitals.

Program Offers & Benefits

  • On-call meal allowance
  • iPads, tablets, etc., or technology allowance

Educational Opportunities

  • Curriculum to develop health systems leadership skills (e.g., QI project leadership, community/organizational advocacy)
  • Resident/fellow retreats
  • MPH, MBA, PhD or other advanced degree training

Research Opportunities

Research Rotation

Optional

0

Salary Progression

$65,550
PGY-1
$67,676
PGY-2
$70,139
PGY-3
$72,736
PGY-4
$75,887
PGY-5

Benefits Package Details

Dental Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Disability Insurance:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Group Life Insurance:Institution & Resident Share Cost
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, NM Metropolitan Area
Geographic Region
Mountain
Metropolitan Population
2,112,463

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
2,112,463
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:
4803421084
Total Positions:
15
Interviews:
30
Program Type:
University-based

Contact Information

Program Director:
Frances Alba
Program Website:
Visit Website

Application Timeline

Application Period:
9/1/2026 - 9/25/2026
Video Interviews:
Not Available

Application Requirements

Required Letters:
3
Moonlighting Allowed:
No

Examination Requirements

USMLE Requirements

Step 1 Required:
No
Step 2 Required:
No
Min Step 2 Score:
225

COMLEX Requirements

COMLEX Level 1:
No, require USMLE scores for all applicants
COMLEX Level 2:
No, require USMLE scores for all applicants

Program Start Dates & Match Information

Start Dates

Available Start Dates:
June
June Start Date:
June 24

Match Information

NRMP Main Match:
No

Institution & Program Size Details

Institution Information

Institution:
University of New Mexico Hospital
Primary Teaching Site:
University of New Mexico Hospital
Contact Person:
Chenoa Jennings
Contact Email:
[email protected]

Program Size by Year

First Year Positions:
3
Positions by Year:
PGY-1:3
PGY-2:3
PGY-3:3
PGY-4:3
PGY-5:3

Program Policies & Additional Information

Smoking Policy:
Smoking Allowed
Salary Tax Status:
Yes
Paid Leave Days:
42
Unpaid Leave Days:
90

IMG/DO Friendliness

International Medical Graduates (IMG)

Min Step 2 Score
225
Years of Graduation Cutoff
1 years
Visa Sponsorship
- YOG C
IMG Percentage
15.4%
IMG Classification
MODERATE

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

DO Percentage
7.7%
DO Classification
MODERATE

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