Internal Medicine Residency Program - Hospitals of Providence Transmountain Campus
We welcome you to the Internal Medicine Residency Program at Texas Tech Health El
Paso/The Hospitals of Providence Transmountain Campus. Our program provides a learning
environment to nurture excellent clinical training, a comprehensive teaching curriculum
and a broad spectrum of research and scholarly activities. We aim to rejuvenate meaning
in medicine through role modeling and curriculum design, inspiring our graduates’
pride in serving our community as internists. We are committed to high-quality, compassionate
care.
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Program Overview
Our Internal Medicine Residency Program offers 30 resident positions, matching 10 interns each year. As a recently accredited program, we have the opportunity to build a culture of excellence and a supportive learning environment inspired by some of the nation’s most successful programs. We’re looking for passionate, dedicated individuals who are eager to work hard, value progressive autonomy in patient care, and want to actively shape their training and that of their peers.
Our curriculum is designed for hands-on learning, with personalized feedback and guidance
from our experienced faculty. From day one, our program emphasizes core principles
like patient ownership, team-based and bedside care, evidence-based medicine, high-value
care, and leadership skills. Our goal is to prepare internists for independent practice
across diverse health care settings.
Our Culture of Care and Support
We prioritize exceptional patient care and the well-being of our team. We believe
supporting our residents’ wellness is key to providing empathetic, high-quality care.
While technology in medicine evolves, the future of internal medicine remains promising
and impactful. We aim to train internists who embrace innovation while keeping the
physician-patient relationship at the heart of care. By fostering connection, trust,
and personalized care, we pave the way for meaningful and fulfilling careers in medicine.
Experienced Faculty and Strong Leadership
We have a diverse, highly skilled faculty, committed leadership, and top-notch facilities at Texa Tech Health El Paso and The Hospitals of Providence Transmountain campus. Our faculty bring expertise from some of the leading academic institutions in the country, creating a close-knit, collaborative environment that values innovation and support.
Residents actively shape the program through our Residency Education and Planning
Committee, where their feedback helps drive improvements. Our faculty is open, responsive,
and eager to hear from residents, fostering a culture that values collaboration as
we work toward becoming one of the top programs in the region.
Life in Sunny El Paso
El Paso is a vibrant city in Southwest Texas, offering beautiful landscapes, a low cost of living, excellent schools, and a relaxed lifestyle free from the hassles of big-city congestion. We invite you to explore our communities and visit us in person to experience the warmth of El Paso firsthand.
Whether you aim to excel in academic medicine, lead in primary care, or specialize in a subspecialty, our program at Texas Tech Health El Paso/The Hospitals of Providence Transmountain Campus provides a strong foundation for your career. We look forward to meeting you, discussing your goals, and introducing you to our Transmountain family. Discover more about life in the City of El Paso.
Thank you,
Sudhagar Thangarasu, M.D., FACP
Residency Program Director