Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Internal Medicine Residency Program at HCA Florida Blake Hospital is a three-year ACGME-accredited program designed for 71 categorical positions (22 residents per year) and 5 preliminary positions. The program focuses on a comprehensive educational experience that combines clinical training with didactic learning opportunities alongside committed faculty. The varied exposure includes rotations at HCA Florida Blake Medical Center, a 383-bed tertiary care facility recognized as a Level II trauma center and stroke center. The program supports career development with specialized fellowship opportunities and partnerships with academic institutions.
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Program Details
Specialty
Internal Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Internal Medicine Residency Program at HCA Florida Blake Hospital is receptive to International Medical Graduates (IMGs). While explicit details on IMG acceptance rates or a specific number of current IMGs are not provided in the text, the program does offer ECFMG certification acceptance and scholarships that may also support immigrant applications to residency.
Categorical Positions
22
Categorical Positions (detail)
71 categorical positions — 22 residents in each year of the three-year categorical residency, and 5 residents in the preliminary year.
Program Website
Address
2020 59th St West, Bradenton, FL 34209
Program Director
Yizhi Lin, DO
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Current Residents
Overview
The current resident roster includes 71 total first-year residents (PGY-1), with 22 MD residents from U.S. medical schools and an additional unidentified number of IMGs. Specific statistics regarding IMGs are currently unknown, although the program indicates openness to IMG applicants.
PGY-1 MD
22
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
We have a robust didactic program that includes Morning Report/Case Presentations, Noon Conferences and Board Review/MKSAP Question sessions as well as monthly Journal Club, Morbidity and Mortality Conferences and Grand Rounds.
Application
To apply, use ACGME code: 1401100944 for categorical and 1899140C0 for preliminary. Check the NRMP for deadlines and procedures.
# of Locations
The majority of rotations are at HCA Florida Blake Medical Center, a 383-bed tertiary care hospital.
Fellowship
The residency program offers fellowships in Cardiology and Infectious Disease, allowing residents to further specialize after their residency training. This is enhanced by the collaboration with the University of South Florida, providing additional opportunities for advanced training and exposure to specialized fields.
Resident Life
Overview
Our Internal Medicine Residency program in Bradenton, FL, allows future physicians to train alongside leading experts in the field of Internal Medicine.
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# of Years of Program
Our Internal Medicine Residency Program is ACGME-accredited for 71 categorical positions — 22 residents in each year of the three-year categorical residency, and 5 residents in the preliminary year.
Housing
No specific housing details provided on the website, please inquire directly for housing options or stipends.
Alumni
Graduates have successfully pursued fellowships in cardiology and infectious disease, as well as positions in primary care across the southeastern United States.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
HCA Florida Blake Hospital offers employees the opportunity for a benefits package including medical, dental, long-term disability, and life insurance plans; professional liability insurance; ACLS/BLS certification; on-site free parking; lab coats; short-term disability; PTO; educational stipends; meal stipend; family leave; daycare tuition reduction; professional memberships; and conference expenses.
PGY-1 Salary
$61,318 + $950
Vacation
Residents are allocated paid time off (PTO) and policies regarding carryover and requesting time off are advised through the program coordinator.