University of New Mexico School of Medicine
The University of New Mexico School of Medicine Urology residency in Albuquerque, NM 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
University of New Mexico five-year urology residency (six months of general surgery then 4.5 years of urology) accepting three residents a year as of 2023, the only urology training program in New Mexico. Training sites are UNM Hospital and Childrens Hospital, the VA, Sandoval Regional and Presbyterian, with seven board-certified urologists and a didactic curriculum of basic science and clinical topics.
Summarized from the program’s official website. Confirm details with the program.
Program highlights
- ERAS only with a letter of interest emailed to the coordinator; the page lists an October 23 deadline and in-person interviews on November 9 and 23, 2026.
PGY salaries
PGY salaries have not been verified for this program.
Sources and verification
Research last checked October 31, 2026. Missing information is not an estimate.
- Address (verified, 2026-10-31): Stated on the official program pages listed. Source 1
- Contact page (verified, 2026-10-31): Stated on the official program pages listed. Source 1
- Contact email (verified, 2026-10-31): Stated on the official program pages listed. Source 1
- Contact phone (verified, 2026-10-31): Stated on the official program pages listed. Source 1
- Program length (verified, 2026-10-31): Stated on the official program pages listed. Source 1
- Summary (verified, 2026-10-31): Stated on the official program pages listed. Source 1
- Program coordinator (verified, 2026-10-31): Stated on the official program pages listed. Source 1
- Program director (verified, 2026-10-31): Stated on the official program pages listed. Source 1
- Positions per year (verified, 2026-10-31): Stated on the official program pages listed. Source 1
- Highlights (verified, 2026-10-31): Stated on the official program pages listed. Source 1
- Official program website (verified, 2026-10-31): Stated on the official program pages listed. Source 1
Program leadership and contact
- Program director
- Frances Alba, MD
- Program coordinator
- Eloy Cano
- Address
- Department of Surgery, 1 University of New Mexico, MSC10 5610, Albuquerque, NM 87131-0001
- ELCano@Salud.unm.edu
- Phone
- 505-272-7590
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 Urology residency training
Urology residency training typically lasts 5 years.
Urology applicants register with the American Urological Association match as well as applying through ERAS; confirm the current process on this program’s website.
This specialty has historically been among the more competitive in the Match. The NRMP’s Charting Outcomes in the Match reports show current applicant and match statistics by specialty.
General information about the specialty, not a statement about this program. Confirm details with the program.
How to apply to this residency
- Register with the American Urological Association’s residency match, which runs outside the NRMP.
- Apply through ERAS with the documents the program lists.
- If you interview here, rank the program in the AUA match by its deadline.
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 University of New Mexico School of Medicine Urology residency?
This directory lists the program as outside the NRMP, through: AUA Urology Match. Use the program and application links on this page for the current instructions, deadlines and required documents.
How long is the University of New Mexico School of Medicine Urology residency?
The program length recorded for this entry is 5 years. Confirm it with the program.
How many positions does the University of New Mexico School of Medicine Urology residency offer?
The directory records 3 position(s) per year. Positions can change from year to year, so confirm for the cycle you are applying to.
What does the University of New Mexico School of Medicine Urology 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.