Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (Amarillo) General Surgery Residency
Amarillo, TexasUniversityTrains at Northwest Texas Hospital
Listed among 360 general surgery programs.
How it scores
- Clinical training32Bottom half in general surgery
- Faculty depth14Bottom half in general surgery
- Research45Bottom half in general surgery
- Pay and cost of living71Top half in general surgery
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At a glance
| Program | Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (Amarillo) General Surgery Residency |
|---|---|
| Location | Amarillo, Texas |
| Main training hospital | Northwest Texas Hospital |
| Setting | University |
| PGY-1 salary | $56,263 (2026-27) |
| Typical one-bedroom rent nearby | $786 a month |
| Pay against rent | Monthly pay covers rent 6 times |
| Visa sponsorship | Not stated |
| Positions a year | 2 |
Pay, size and visa policy come from what the program publishes. Confirm them with the program before you apply.
Key research from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (Amarillo) general surgery
37 papers from this department in the last five years. The newest key studies:
- Surgical Management of Gallstone Ileus: Approach, Outcome, Case Report, and Literature ReviewAsk EvidencePulse™ about this study
- A Delayed Presentation of Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome Treated With Robotic-Assisted Strong ProcedureAsk EvidencePulse™ about this study
- Refractory Diarrhea After Dor Fundoplication: The Long-Term Impact of Proton Pump Inhibitor TherapyAsk EvidencePulse™ about this study
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Questions
Where is the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (Amarillo) general surgery residency?
The program trains residents in Amarillo, Texas. Its main training hospital is Northwest Texas Hospital.
How much do general surgery residents earn at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (Amarillo)?
PGY-1 residents earn $56,263 a year (2026-27), as published by the program. A typical one-bedroom nearby rents for about $786 a month.
Does Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (Amarillo) sponsor visas for general surgery residents?
The program's website does not say. Ask the program before you apply.
How is Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (Amarillo) ranked for general surgery?
Rankings weigh the hospitals where residents train, faculty depth, research and pay against local rent. No reputation surveys are used.
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