Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso, Paul L. Foster School of Medicine Orthopaedic Surgery Residency
El Paso, TexasUniversityTrains at University Medical Center of El PasoNew program
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How it scores
- Clinical training37Bottom half in orthopaedic surgery
- Faculty depth19Bottom half in orthopaedic surgery
- Research59Top half in orthopaedic surgery
- Pay and cost of living79Top 25% in orthopaedic surgery
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At a glance
| Program | Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso, Paul L. Foster School of Medicine Orthopaedic Surgery Residency |
|---|---|
| Location | El Paso, Texas |
| Main training hospital | University Medical Center of El Paso |
| Setting | University |
| PGY-1 salary | $62,642 (2026-27) |
| Typical one-bedroom rent nearby | $812 a month |
| Pay against rent | Monthly pay covers rent 6.4 times |
| Visa sponsorship | No visa sponsorship |
| Positions a year | — |
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 El Paso, Paul L. Foster School of Medicine orthopaedic surgery
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Questions
Where is the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso, Paul L. Foster School of Medicine orthopaedic surgery residency?
The program trains residents in El Paso, Texas. Its main training hospital is University Medical Center of El Paso.
How much do orthopaedic surgery residents earn at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso, Paul L. Foster School of Medicine?
PGY-1 residents earn $62,642 a year (2026-27), as published by the program. A typical one-bedroom nearby rents for about $812 a month.
Does Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso, Paul L. Foster School of Medicine sponsor visas for orthopaedic surgery residents?
The program says it does not sponsor visas.
How is Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso, Paul L. Foster School of Medicine ranked for orthopaedic surgery?
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