University of Texas RGV (DHR) Program

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (DHR) Internal Medicine Residency Program at Valley Baptist Medical Center is a comprehensive multisite academic community-based program located in Harlingen, Texas. The program offers a balanced and supportive environment for residents seeking university-based training.

The program, initially sponsored by The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in 2001 and transitioned to UTRGV in 2015, has a total of 30 positions with 10 positions per PGY level. Residents have the opportunity to engage in ambulatory experiences in various settings, including Veterans Affairs, Su Clinica a FQHC, and the Rio Grande State Center. The program emphasizes teaching and learning experiences with UTRGV medical students, psychiatry residents, and pharmacy students.

Applicants to the UTRGV Internal Medicine-VBMC Residency Program should apply through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) and participate in the National Residency Matching Program (NRMP). Requirements for application include holding an appropriate degree from an accredited medical school in the United States or Canada, submitting USMLE scores, dean's letter, letters of recommendation, and engaging in scholarly activity. The application deadline is December 31 for the ten PGY-1 positions available.

For international medical graduates, meeting the eligibility requirements, such as having a valid ECFMG certificate and obtaining a J-1 visa sponsored by ECFMG, is necessary. Applicants must be eligible for licensure in the state of Texas and pass security clearance. The program offers resources such as a state-of-the-art medical library, a medical research facility, and opportunities for scholarly activity and conference participation.

For more information about the program or the application process, potential applicants can contact the Program Coordinator, Yolanda Felion, at 956-296-1491 or [email protected].