Internal Medicine Residency

Welcome to the Internal Medicine Residency Program at Texas Tech Health El Paso!

Since 1971, our Internal Medicine Residency Program has proudly offered comprehensive training in general internal medicine, subspecialties, and fellowship opportunities.

Program Highlights

Current Residents

Resident Salary and Benefits

FAQ

Program Leadership

Why Train with Us?

Dynamic Clinical Experience

Situated in El Paso, Texas — the sixth-largest city in Texas and a four-time All-America City award winner — our program serves a vibrant community along the U.S.-Mexico border in the El Paso, Juárez, and Las Cruces metropolitan area (population 2.5 million). This unique location provides a broad, diverse clinical exposure.

World-Class Facilities

Our main training site, University Medical Center of El Paso, is a Level I trauma and comprehensive stroke center, frequently listed among America's Top 100 hospitals.

Enhanced Learning

With a 6+2 block scheduling system and access to our advanced simulation center, residents gain valuable hands-on experience with procedures and critical care.

If you're looking for a program that combines rigorous training, community-focused healthcare, and a supportive learning environment, we invite you to explore Texas Tech Health El Paso’s Internal Medicine Residency Program. We look forward to meeting you and supporting your journey in internal medicine!

Abhizith Deoker, M.D., FACP

Program Director, Texas Tech Health El Paso Internal Medicine Residency Program

Brian Edwards, M.D., FACP

Associate Program Director, Texas Tech Health El Paso Internal Medicine Residency Program

L. Aimee Hechanova, M.D., FACP, FASN

Associate Program Director, Texas Tech Health El Paso Internal Medicine Residency Program