Texas Tech University (Permian Basin) Program
About This Program
Our program stands out with a large Spanish-speaking patient population, enhancing cultural competence and language skills. We offer a unique Lifestyle Medicine curriculum focused on prevention and holistic care. Robust ICU exposure provides hands-on experience managing critically ill patients. This combination of community engagement, innovative training, and critical care depth prepares fellows for well-rounded, impactful careers.
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Sai Sia M Mungara, MD
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Ce
Primary Program Contact
Lisset Escontrias, MD
Texas Tech Univ HSC Permian Basin
Locations
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Ce
Dept of Internal Medicine, Ste 3106
701 W 5th St
Odessa, TX 79763-4206
701 W 5th St
Odessa, TX 79763
500 W 4th St
Odessa, TX 79760
2200 W Illinois Ave
Midland, TX 79701-9980
8050 E Hwy 191
Odessa, TX 79762
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- Advanced or Fellowship Match of NRMP
- San Francisco Match
- Military Match
- Urology Match
U.S. MD Applicants
IMG Applicants
DO Applicants
Total required letters of recommendation (excludes MSPE and Dean's letter)
Required specialty-specific letters of evaluation within total letters of recommendation
Data not provided by program
Medical School Graduation Timeline
Graduation from medical school must have occurred within the past 5 year(s).
Gap Experience Requirement
PGY-1 applicants to this program with a gap of 1 year or more between medical school graduation and entry to residency must have the following experience occur during the gap: Research or other medical education pursuits (clinical experience not required)
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
Key Dates & Timelines
2026 - 2027
Interview Period Starts
Oct 13, 2025 - Jan 16, 2026
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Evaluations
Medical Insurance Coverage
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- Major medical for residents
- Major medical for dependents
- Major medical for domestic partners
- Outpatient mental health
- Inpatient mental health
- Group life insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Disability insurance for HIV
Salary Compensation
PGY-1 through PGY-3
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 20-25 Vacation Days and 7 Sick Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.