University of Texas RGV Program

Harlingen, Texas

University of Texas RGV Program

Harlingen, Texas · Psychiatry

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Program Profile

Resident Composition

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IMG share of current residents

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Current Residents

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Match Record

IMG share, 2026 Match

This program
Texas22.7%
United States16.3%

IMGs filled 40 of 176 filled Psychiatry positions in Texas, 13th of 50 for IMG share. Source: NRMP 2026 Main Residency Match.

Categorical seats

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Filled every seat in the Match, all 5 years.

NRMP code 1825400C0. Source: NRMP Program Results.

How to Apply

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Program Contacts

Program Director

Diana Chapa, MD

Program Coordinator

Ivette Torres

✉ [email protected]
✆ (956) 296-1547

Program Website

utrgv.edu/som/gme/programs/psychiatry/index.htm ↗

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