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Univ. Of Texas
Rgv [Hca]

  • Internal Medicine Residency Program
  • Mcallen, Texas
    • 4.6
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# 140-48-00-005

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CRITERIA UPDATED ON: 09.12.2024

By Lester T

Core Criteria

USMLE STEP 1

Requires Passing Score

Required for Interview

USMLE STEP 2 CK

Requires Passing Score

Not Required for Interview

US Clinical Exp

No Requirement

Time Since Graduation

5 years or less is preferred

Visa Policy

H1B (Sponsored)
J1 (Accepted)

IMG Friendliness

High High is 51%-100% IMGs. Medium is 11%-50% IMGs. Low is 10% or less IMGs. IMGs Accepted means the program considers IMGs but does not currently have any.

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Program Info

The program emphasizes serving the medically underserved community of the Rio Grande Valley, with a strong focus on reducing healthcare disparities. They aim to train residents who are committed to patient-centered, data-driven, and evidence-based medicine​. The residency program operates across multiple clinical sites, including the Rio Grande Regional Hospital, which is part of the HCA Healthcare network. This provides residents with exposure to a diverse patient population and a variety of clinical settings​ The program supports research and scholarly activities, encouraging residents to engage in projects that can impact healthcare in underserved areas. They also collaborate with the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Medicine, offering resources for advanced education and research. The UTRGV program places importance on resident well-being. They have initiatives like the Employee Wellness Program and support for managing burnout and promoting resilience​.

Program Info

Residents have the opportunity to participate in a research project.

Program Info

Residents undertake progressive autonomy and responsibility for patient care decision-making Technical support services perform nearly all ancillary procedures which allows the resident to spend more time at the patients' bedside.

Interview Experience
NEW

"So was a virtual interview. firstly, the program director gave us an insight into the program, and after that, all applicants had two interviews with two doctors simultaneously. One day before we had a meet and greet with some currents resident. "

2024-12-18

  • 5.0

"The night before, the residents did a Q&A for the interview candidates. The morning of, the program coordinator shared a little bit about the program while waiting for the Program Director to give a powerpoint presentation about the program. We then moved into a waiting room with the other candidates and had the chance to chat with each other and occasionally with the program coordinator. We interviewed with the PD, faculty and the program coordinator. "

2022-11-22

  • 5.0

"Virtual interview, the PD and faculty are lovely people. Interview was very conversational and chill."

2022-01-05

  • 4.0

"Very kind interviewers. No medical questions. Long day though! But good. "

2021-12-10

  • 5.0

"it was a virtual interview! the first one was with APD which went really well, we connected very quickly and talked about many things i think she was impressed by me another one was with PD which also went well. he seems really nice and genuine doctor"

2021-02-26

  • 4.0

"It was a decent interview. It was virtual due to the times of COVID and all. Had a good time with every one."

2021-02-24

  • 5.0

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