Current Residents

What I like about the program:

The accommodating and supportive work environment and diverse clinical experiences.

What I like about El Paso:

The people, the lack of traffic, and the proximity to both Juárez and New Mexico, for both urban life and nature getaways.

Interests, passions, and career goals:

I plan on doing a fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry and am interested in ultimately working in global mental health and cultural psychiatry.

What I like about the program:

My favorite part of the program is the people I work with. My coresidents, senior residents, and attendings have all been incredibly supportive and welcoming. Their guidance and camaraderie make this an exceptional learning environment.

What I like about El Paso:

I love the culture in El Paso. It’s a unique place where Mexican and American traditions blend. This cultural richness offers an incredible opportunity to explore the cultural nuances of psychiatric care and patient experiences.

Interests, passions, and career goals:

I am especially interested in addiction psychiatry, a field I believe has significant room for growth. I hope to contribute to its advancement through both clinical practice and research, working toward more effective and compassionate treatments for those struggling with addiction.

What do you like about the program?

I've really connected with my coresidents, which has made the transition to residency much easier. The faculty are also very approachable and great to work with.

What do you like about El Paso? 

Coming from Houston, the weather here is much better, as it's not humid. There are plenty of outdoor activities, especially hiking. And I enjoy being close to Juárez, so I can enjoy a different variety of food.

Interests/passions/career goals

I'm primarily interested in forensics and C/L, which are two strengths of this program. 

Outside of medicine, I enjoy backpacking, distance running, playing video games, cooking, and watching sports.

What do you like about the program?

My seniors and the faculty I’ve worked with are not only supportive, but also encouraging. I appreciate the wealth of knowledge they hold and how much I have learned from them from my time here. There's a good balance of didactics/guided and self-directed learning.

What do you like about El Paso?

El Paso and Juárez have some good places to eat. So far, my friends and I have enjoyed Pho House Best Noodle, Banh Mi Papa Hon, Riyoma Sushi, and Gussie's Bakery.

Interests/passions/career goals?

I enjoy cooking, baking, and board games. Psychiatry is so broad of a field that I'm still trying to experience as much as I can to find what I'm truly interested in.

What you like about the program:

Laughing with my coresidents. We work hard, but we have a great time together. I also like the exposure to the forensic population and the court process at El Paso Psychiatric Center.

What you like about El Paso:

I love the welcoming culture of El Paso and Juárez and the availability of fresh tortillas on demand. Also, I love the mountains around El Paso and the national parks in southern New Mexico.

Interests/Passions/Career Goals:

My interests are community and public psychiatry.

What do you like about the program?

The program is very welcoming and cultivates a supportive environment. The residents are willing to help in any way they can, and the faculty are very intentional at gathering resident feedback and working to implement resident-driven changes.

What do you like about El Paso?

El Paso has the most beautiful sunsets, plenty of sunny days, and is nearby to multiple national parks which make for great weekend trips.

Interests/passion/career goals?

I am interested in a few different avenues, including interventional psychiatry, addiction, inpatient, or consult liaison, but we will see! In my spare time, I enjoy watching movies, spending time outside hiking, playing sports, walking my dog Luna, and doing anything creative like crochet, painting, and drawing.

What you like about the program:

Definitely the people! I’ve loved getting to know my co-residents and our faculty. I think our program is special in how supportive and close the residents are.

What you like about El Paso:

Again, the people!! I feel really fortunate to be able to serve this population. The people in El Paso are so warm, friendly, and appreciative. The diversity you see being on the border is so unique and creates so much opportunity to learn. Also, the sunsets are second to none!

Interests/Passions/Career Goals:

I’m still figuring it out! I love inpatient psychiatry, and I am interested in exploring neuromodulation and child and adolescent psychiatry.

What do you like about the program?

When applying to residency, I sought out a program that would enable me to utilize my Spanish-speaking skills daily and provide a range of exposure to diverse patient populations while training in an academic setting. Texas Tech Health El Paso was a perfect fit for all of the above. Since arriving, I have been most impressed by the warm and welcoming environment cultivated by seniors, faculty and leadership, the work - life balance, and my awesome coresidents.

What do you like about El Paso?

Growing up in the area, I am well acquainted with the beautiful weather, mountain scenery and welcoming, family-friendly borderland community. My favorite things about living in El Paso recently have been the great local coffee spot near my house, and taking weekend trips at the nearbyLincoln National Forest.

Interests / Passion / Career Goals

I'm interested in perinatal psychiatry and am excited to start the pathway next year! Additionally, I am interested in neuropsychiatry, and sleep medicine, with a focus on biological evidence-based psychiatry and interventional modalities of treatment. My eventual goals include a balance of research, teaching, and private practice. On the weekends, I enjoy quality time with my family and chilling with my coresidents.

What do you like about the program?

What I really like about the program is the strong sense of community—both in the people we serve and among the residents and attendings. Everyone is so supportive and genuinely cares about each other. I also really appreciate the good balance between work and life that the program encourages.

What do you like about El Paso?

The people in El Paso are an incredibly welcoming and warm community. I love the beautiful sunsets and mountain views, and how everything is just a short drive away. The sunny weather almost every day definitely helps keep your spirits up.

Interests / Passion / Career Goals
I’m open to exploring different areas within psychiatry, but right now I’m especially drawn to child and adolescent psychiatry and hope to pursue a fellowship in that field.

• What do you like about the program? The program provides much-needed care to an international community, and there's a supportive atmosphere among residents, faculty and staff. There are also tons of neat opportunities including testifying in court and addressing issues unique to border health care.

• What do you like about El Paso? The scenery and people of El Paso are incredible. The days are bright and sunny while the natural landscapes and mountains provide a calming presence. The people of El Paso and Cd. Juárez are warm and welcoming. Also, lots of parks and places to see within a short road trip.

• Interests/passions/career goals? I'm interested in many aspects of psychiatry, including addiction, community psychiatry and psychotherapy. My career goals include eventually working for an underserved community right here in the state of Texas. On the weekends you can catch me doing anything that's outdoors, trying food and drink recipes, and cheering on my San Antonio Spurs, Texas Longhorns and Dallas Cowboys.

• What do you like about the program? The psychiatry program at Texas Tech Health El Paso cares deeply about the needs of its unique border population while also caring deeply about the well-being of its physicians-in-training. It recognizes that caring for the mental well-being of a community is predicated on the need to care for oneself and thus values a kinder and more holistic approach to medicine and teaching.

• What do you like about El Paso? As an El Paso native, my heart belongs to this city and its unique Hispanic population of kind and generous people. With its stunning desert vistas and mountain views, hiking, trail running, and mountain biking adventures never grow old and abound in this city.

• Interests/passions/career goals? With my past in neuroscience research and my future in psychiatry, I am passionate about demystifying the brain and understanding all aspects of psychiatric illnesses and corresponding treatment modalities. Outside of academia and medicine, I enjoy the outdoors, reading a good book, and planning trips to faraway places with foods I can't pronounce and languages I don't speak.

• What do you like about the program? I like the diversity within the program, as it allows us to interact closely with the border population. The attendings and residents are friendly and approachable; this creates an environment to grow.

• What do you like about El Paso? I love that most of my family lives in the Borderplex, so I get to see them often. The views of the Franklin Mountains are perfect, and the sunsets in El Paso are just beautiful.

• Interests/passions/career goals? I am excited about one day being able to combine my training in psychiatry with my background in psychology to provide my patients with more effective tools to achieve better outcomes, especially in child and adolescent psychiatry. Beyond my professional pursuits, I have a deep passion for clay sculpting and ceramics. Once settled in El Paso, I look forward to getting my own throwing wheel and creating some ceramic pieces. I also cherish spending quality time with my wife and our beloved dog, Nina.

• What do you like about the program? I was attracted to the supportive culture of the program; everyone has been very welcoming and friendly! Additionally, the program serves a unique population which provides several learning opportunities.

• What do you like about El Paso? The landscape has mountains, and there are plenty of sunny days. It’s wonderful to have several nature destinations to visit within a close distance. The cost of living and proximity to another country is also pretty great!

• Interests/passions/career goals? I’m currently interested in outpatient psychiatry and interventional psychiatry (likely working with adults), however, I’m open to exploring other interests. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family, cooking, exercising, going for walks/hikes, UTV riding, and listening to music, among other things!

• What do you like about the program? When I first moved here, the thing that stood out most to me was the program culture. We've got a really diverse group of residents from all kinds of backgrounds, each bringing their own perspectives to psychiatry. In the future, if someone comes here like I did, they'll find their place just like I have. It's a welcoming environment where everyone appreciates differences.

• What do you like about El Paso? The people.

• Interests/passions/career goals? Traumatic brain injury, medicine.

• What do you like about the program? I appreciate how welcoming and kind the faculty and staff at both Texas Tech Health El Paso and EPPC have been. The program fosters both personal and professional growth, promoting camaraderie and mental well-being.

• What do you like about El Paso? El Paso is a place with a warm and gentle community. As someone from Puerto Rico, I have felt at home since moving here. It offers everything you need to stay entertained and live comfortably.

• Interests/passions/career goals? My professional interest lies in expanding my knowledge in psychiatry, with future plans to practice neuropsychiatry and behavioral neurology. On a personal level, I enjoy hiking frequently, which allows me to explore and connect with nature.

• What do you like about the program? What I like about the program is that it offers a wide range of clinical exposure in a culturally diverse population, providing invaluable experience in treating patients from different backgrounds. Most importantly, the healthy work environment and the support from each member create a family-like atmosphere, which is essential for personal and professional growth.

• What do you like about El Paso? What I like about El Paso is the view of the Franklin Mountains while driving, the safeness of the city, and how friendly and welcoming El Pasoans are. Coming from a diverse community, El Paso makes me feel at home.

• Interests/passions/career goals? Besides general psychiatry, I also like child and adolescent psychiatry. I see myself working in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I enjoy building rapport with my patients and seeing how they progress. Outside of work, I love spending time with family and friends. I adore dogs and enjoy spending time with my dog daughter, Mia.

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• What do you like about the program? The best thing about our program is how close our residency and class is to each other. We are a family and support each other with anything one may be needing help with.

• What do you like about El Paso? El Paso is home to me. I’ve been living here since 7th grade. I love the mountains, the weather, the people, the food.

• Interests/passions/career goals? I have found I really enjoyed inpatient psych this year. I am hoping to eventually do a mix of inpatient and outpatient and eventually have my own clinic. Right now, I’m also interested in men's mental health, CL, and addiction psych.

What do you like about the program?: My favorite thing about the program is the strong academic foundation, the friendly and supportive culture of the program, and getting to work with underserved communities.
What do you like about El Paso?: I love how sunny, calm, and warm it is. Also, people are super friendly and I get to treat patients in English and Spanish.
Interests/Passions/Career Goals: My goal is to work as an inpatient psychiatrist, but I am also interested in interventional psychiatry and education. I like spending quality time with the people I love and I am interested in fashion, dancing, and art in general.

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What do you like about the program? The friendly atmosphere cultivated by faculty members and residents. These are individuals that are kind, endlessly supportive, and genuinely wish to see you succeed.
What do you like about El Paso? Sunny days and scenic views. The mountains you can see in the distance while driving are breathtaking.
Interests/Passions/Career Goals: My main interests include music, painting, reading, traveling, and going to concerts. I also enjoy the outdoors; hiking is a great way to escape the fast-paced environment of the city. In the future I plan to pursue Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and focus on mental health in LGBTQ+ youth

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What do you like about the program? There is a very supportive culture in the program. Attendings and co-residents are very open, compassionate, and interested in mentoring. I went to medical school in El Paso and when I interviewed at other programs, there was a big difference in the feel of other programs. Residents work hard but we have enough of a work-life balance to have strong relationships with family/friends, explore research/educational opportunities, and maintain outside interests.

This program gives amazing opportunities to see interesting psychopathology. El Paso Psychiatric Center is one of the only state hospitals that still serves the community directly with a walk-in service. We get exposure to forensic psychiatry and testify in court as residents. The Child Psychiatry Fellowship and Child Psych Track are excellent opportunities as well. I also love the opportunity to use Spanish regularly when working with patients.
What do you like about El Paso? For a city 650K+ it still has a small town feel. It's very family oriented. Housing is affordable, it's a safe city, and the traffic is much better than most major cities of its size. The Mexican food is amazing and El Paso has a much more diverse food scene than I expected when I first moved here. There are great outdoor areas within a few hours. My family and I love going to Ruidoso/Cloudcroft N.M., White Sands, Carlsbad Caverns, and other state/national parks nearby.
Interests: Child Psychiatry, Consult Liaison, Addiction, and Psychotherapy.
Passions: I love to cook! I just got a smoker and have been doing a lot of experiments with brisket, pulled pork, and other BBQ dishes. I'm an audiobook and podcast enthusiast. I love movies, TV shows, and plays. I love the outdoors, hiking, and exploring. My wife and I enjoy traveling with our kids.
Career Goals: Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship. I'm still enthusiastically exploring and excited to see what new passions I discover.

What you like about the program: The residents and faculty are friendly and welcoming!
What you like about El Paso: I love the weather, the people, and the food. El Paso is my hometown, so I’m able to spend quality time with me family.
Interests/Passions/Career Goals:I enjoy spending quality time with my brother and our dog, Blondie. I love classical ballet, the performing arts, and music. In the future, in addition to practicing psychiatry, my goal is to spend time volunteering at local dance studios and theaters.

What you like about the program: The people without a doubt. My co-residents, attending and faculty are what get me through the days with a smile.
What you like about El Paso: It’s great to be in a bigger city again, so many restaurants and so much room for activities!
Interests/passion/career goals: I’m interested in neuro modulation such as TMS and ECT. I also hope to work in advancing the field through research in psychedelics and other novel treatment methods for mental disorders.

What you like about the program: The residents and faculty are very supportive and always willing to help. Our patient population is diverse, friendly, and culturally unique.
What you like about El Paso: El Paso is my home! I love the people, the food, the weather, the mountains, and the culture here. It’s a great place to do residency.
Interests/Passions/Career Goals: I enjoy playing the piano, doing yoga, dancing, expanding my plant collection, and spending time with family and my cat. I’m considering a fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry but still haven’t decided yet.

What you like about the program: I like the friendly atmosphere of this program and the opportunity to work in an underserved area.
What you like about El Paso: I like that El Paso is a calm, sunny city in a unique geographical location. The food scene is mouthwatering. As someone who likes the outdoors, I am excited to explore the numerous local and nearby natural attractions.
Interests/Passion/Career Goals: I plan to pursue a career in general adult psychiatry, but I will see where life takes me!

What you like about the program: The amount of support you get from everyone.
What you like about El Paso: I grew up here so it's home. Love the people and the amazingly beautiful sunsets.
Interests/Passion/Career Goals: My goal is to work as an inpatient psychiatrist at a state psychiatric hospital.