URiM for Visiting Students

This program is designed to expose Underrepresented in Medicine (URiM) and non-traditional students from across the country to our outstanding residency training programs at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, New Mexico. During the 4-week elective, students will connect and form relationships with current UNM OB/GYN faculty, staff, and residents while obtaining hands-on clinical experience.

Students will also spend time in the city of Albuquerque, discover its strengths and opportunities, while learning about UNM’s unique mission to address the social and structural determinants of health outcomes within the state of New Mexico in collaboration with our community.

Program Details

• Orientation to UNM OB/GYN’s Anti-Racism, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (REDI) committee
• Application Process: Applications are accepted through the VSLO (Visiting Student Learning Opportunities) for full-time MS4 students attending an LCME-accredited medical school.
• Rotation Dates: Rotation dates are established and noted on the VSLO UNM OB/GYN information page. All program rotations are subject to availability.
• Eligibility: While any MS4 student may apply, preference will be given to applicants who identify as one or more of the following underrepresented in medicine categories:
  • Underrepresented in Medicine as defined by the AAMC: Learn More
  • 1^st Generation College Student
  • From a rural county with a qualifying HPSA score of 18/+ for primary or mental health care: Check your HPSA score

Supplementary Application

Required Documents:

• Curriculum vitae / resume
• Description of your qualifications as underrepresented in medicine
• Responses to the following questions:
  • Select ONE asset and describe an experience that demonstrates it:
    • Resilience
    • Compassion
    • Empathy
    • Perseverance
    • Adaptability
    • Cultural humility
    • Interpersonal relationships
    • Flexible thinking
    • Self-awareness
  • Why are you interested in working in the rural Southwest and serving the patient populations in New Mexico?

Submit Materials: Please send your supplemental application materials via Allison Aguirre.

Accepted Applicants Receive

• $2,250 stipend to cover living expenses (Additional travel stipend may be available for students outside of Albuquerque)
• In-depth clinical experience
• Opportunities to learn about Albuquerque and New Mexico communities
• Mentoring relationships with faculty and/or residents with similar research or career interests