Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at Lubbock Program
About This Program
Our program offers robust training in every discipline of dermatology and is particularly strong in dermatopathology, medical dermatology, cosmetic dermatology, nail surgery, HS deroofing procedures, and Mohs surgery. We offer ample exposure to pediatric dermatology as well and have a regular presence at the local, student-led free clinic. We offer training within the VA health system and have an inpatient consultation rotation.
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Michelle Tarbox, MD
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Ce
Primary Program Contact
Irma Garza, BA
Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr Lubb
Locations
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Ce
Department of Dermatology
3601 4th St Stop 9400
Lubbock, TX 79430-9400
3601 4th St
Lubbock, TX 79430-6211
602 Indiana Ave
Lubbock, TX 79417-5980
6010 Amarillo Blvd W
Amarillo, TX 79106
1902 Texas Ave
Lubbock, TX 79405
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- San Francisco Match
- Military Match (i.e., Joint Service Graduate Medical Education Selection Board, Military Selection Board)
- SAU/AU Match (i.e., Urology Match)
- None
Open House
U.S. MD Applicants
IMG Applicants
DO Applicants
Total required letters of recommendation (excludes MSPE and Deans letter)
Required Letter Writers
- Letter(s) from someone within the specialty (e.g., faculty, attending)
- Program Director
Medical School Graduation Timeline
No cap on the number of years.
Gap Experience Requirement
Data not provided by program
Resident / Fellow Characteristics
Three year averages. Medical school type does not include graduates of Canadian schools.
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Program Faculty
Faculty Distribution
Work Environment
NA = Not Applicable
NGO = Negotiable
OTH = Other
Visa Status
This program will consider an appropriately qualified applicant with the following visa or visa status. Contact the program for additional information.
Program Size
PGY-1 Positions Not Offered
PGY-2 Position Type(s) Offered:
Key Dates & Timelines
2026 - 2027
Program Starts Reviewing Applications
Application service release date
Interview Offer Dates
Specialty Universal Dates
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Evaluations
Medical Insurance Coverage
- Major medical for dependents
- Major medical for domestic partners
- Major medical for residents
- Outpatient mental health
- Inpatient mental health
- Group life insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
Salary Compensation
Year 2 through Year 4
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 10-15 Vacation Days and 12 Sick Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
For more information, view the program's leave policy on their website.