Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program at HCA Florida Largo Hospital is a comprehensive five-year training program aimed at developing highly skilled orthopedic surgeons. The program provides residents with a rigorous clinical curriculum, encompassing diverse surgical techniques, research opportunities, and the practice of compassionate patient-centered care. It is designed to equip residents with the necessary skills to excel in their careers, emphasizing strong mentorship and a supportive educational environment to foster professional growth.
Specialty Competitive Score:
Highly Competitive
What makes up the competitive specialty score?
Program Details
Specialty
Orthopedic Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The HCA Florida Largo Hospital Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program is IMG-friendly as it accepts all candidates through the NRMP match from accredited US Allopathic and Osteopathic Medical Schools and LCME accredited International Medical Schools. They prefer candidates within two years of graduation from an LCME approved medical school or osteopathic school but do not exclude IMGs longer out of school with advanced clinical experience.
Categorical Positions
7
Categorical Positions (detail)
The program aims to create compassionate, competent and patient-centric orthopedic surgeons through a comprehensive five-year training program.
Program Website
Address
201 14th St SW, Largo, FL 33770
Program Director
John Harker, DO
Program Reviews
Overall Rating
N/A
No Reviews Yet
Program
Director
0.0
Quality of
Training
Diversity &
Inclusion
0.0
0.0
Location
0.0
Property Type
ReviewMyResidency (RMR) Score
The RMR Score:
The first of its kind, this unique metric blends hard data like salaries, resident diversity, and program structure with the power of crowd-sourced insights from students, residents, and alumni. It’s your go-to tool for quickly comparing programs and finding the perfect fit for your journey!
Current Residents
Overview
The current roster includes a mix of residents with a total of 22 in the PGY-1 year: 14 from U.S. MD schools, 8 from DO schools, and 4 are International Medical Graduates, demonstrating a commitment to diversity and inclusion in medical training within the program.
PGY-1 MD
14
PGY-1 DO
8
PGY-1 IMG
4
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The program offers a comprehensive, five-year training that includes clinical and surgical skills, research, and bedside teaching, making sure trainees acquire necessary skills for a successful career in Orthopedic Surgery.
Application
ERAS applications are accepted September 16th through December 15th each year. For information on ERAS, you may access their website at www.aamc.org/services/eras/.
# of Locations
Residents will work at one main facility, HCA Florida Largo Hospital, which is a statutory teaching hospital serving its community from three campuses.
Fellowship
The program offers various fellowship opportunities in subspecialties after graduation. Residents who have completed the program have often pursued fellowships in Orthopedic Surgery subspecialties, although explicit details about specific fellowships offered by the program were not detailed in the text I reviewed.
Resident Life
Overview
The HCA Florida Largo Hospital Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program focuses on developing the next generation of physicians and physician leaders while providing individualized learning opportunities in a compassionate environment.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
5 years
Housing
Alumni
Alumni of the program typically pursue fellowships in subspecialties or continue to practice in a variety of settings including academic positions and private practice. Specific fellowship programs include orthopedic sports medicine and joint replacement, with many graduates working in major hospitals across states.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Health insurance with cost-share, optional family plan, dental coverage, life insurance, professional liability insurance, disability insurance, vacation/educational leave including 20 days paid time off.
PGY-1 Salary
61318
Vacation
PGY-1 residents are allocated 20 days per year for vacation and sick days combined. Additional educational days are available with preapproval from the Program Director and in accordance with GME policies.