Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at Lubbock
The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at Lubbock Internal Medicine residency in Lubbock, TX is listed by AAMC with ERAS status “Participating” for the 2027 cycle. Use the official program page for curriculum, training sites, eligibility, and current contacts.
About the program
Three-year university-based internal medicine residency of Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock, TX, which recently graduated its 50th resident class. Applications for the summer 2027 start close November 15.
Summarized from the program’s official website. Confirm details with the program.
Program highlights
- PGY-1 covers floor, MICU, CICU, emergency medicine/palliative care and selectives in cardiology, infectious diseases and nephrology; PGY-2 adds ambulatory medicine, VA experiences and electives; PGY-3 adds neurology, VA clinic, geriatrics and hospitalist experiences.
- The conference calendar includes small-group noon sessions and a dedicated half-day education session each month covering board prep and ITE review, M&M, journal club, QI, patient safety and research.
- Applications open September 2 and close November 15 for a July 1, 2027 start; the program uses NRMP codes 2973140C0 (categorical) and 2973140P0 (preliminary).
- The page cites a No. 3 national ranking for research output and a top 5% ranking among similar-sized programs for alumni subspecialization.
PGY salaries
PGY salaries have not been verified for this program.
Sources and verification
Research last checked October 30, 2026. Missing information is not an estimate.
- Contact page (verified, 2026-10-30): Stated on the official program pages listed. Source 1
- Program length (verified, 2026-10-30): Stated on the official program pages listed. Source 1
- Summary (verified, 2026-10-30): Stated on the official program pages listed. Source 1
- Program director (verified, 2026-10-30): Stated on the official program pages listed. Source 1
- Highlights (verified, 2026-10-30): Stated on the official program pages listed. Source 1
- Official program website (verified, 2026-10-30): Stated on the official program pages listed. Source 1
Program leadership and contact
- Program director
- Drew Payne, DO
Program and application links
Review the official program page for training sites, curriculum, eligibility, required documents, deadlines, interview policy, visa sponsorship, and current openings.
About Internal Medicine residency training
Internal Medicine residency training typically lasts 3 years.
Graduates go on to general internal medicine, hospital medicine or fellowship training such as cardiology, gastroenterology, or critical care.
General information about the specialty, not a statement about this program. Confirm details with the program.
How to apply to this residency
- Register with ERAS, the application service of the AAMC, and with the NRMP Main Residency Match.
- Apply to this program through ERAS during the application season, with the documents it asks for.
- If you interview here, rank the program on your NRMP rank order list by the deadline; Match results are released in March.
Deadlines, required documents, interview policy and visa sponsorship differ between programs and years. The program’s own website is the authority.
Prepare your application
- The NRMP Residency Match, explained
- Residency interview preparation: a four-week plan and question bank
- Residency interview strategies for USMLE candidates
- How to create a resume or CV for residency
- The Dean's letter (MSPE): what it is and how to get it from your medical school
- After the interview: highlight your strengths and send thank-you letters
- NRMP ranking algorithm & rank-list strategy
- Save money on USMLE and interview travel
- Study books by exam
- International medical graduates: ECFMG and visas
Questions to ask this program
Strong applicants use the interview to learn how a program trains its residents. Questions worth asking:
- How much autonomy do residents have at each training level, and how is supervision handled?
- Where do graduates go next: practice, fellowship or academic positions? Ask for recent examples.
- What are the call and night-float schedules, and how many hours do residents typically work?
- How are residents supported in preparing for board exams, and what is the program’s recent pass rate?
- What research, quality improvement or teaching opportunities are protected with time?
- What benefits, parental leave and wellness support does the program provide?
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Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at Lubbock Internal Medicine residency?
This directory lists the program in the NRMP Main Residency Match. Use the program and application links on this page for the current instructions, deadlines and required documents.
How long is the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at Lubbock Internal Medicine residency?
The program length recorded for this entry is 3 years. Confirm it with the program.
How many positions does the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at Lubbock Internal Medicine residency offer?
The number of positions is not recorded here. Ask the program or check the match service’s program listing for the current cycle.
What does the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at Lubbock Internal Medicine residency pay?
Salaries have not been verified for this program. Many institutions publish a resident and fellow salary schedule on their graduate medical education office page.