Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The University of Florida, Jacksonville, offers a five-year, ACGME-accredited Surgery Residency Program that combines hands-on surgical experiences, simulation training, and comprehensive didactic learning in a supportive academic environment. This program is located at a safety-net hospital providing a wide range of clinical exposure to prepare residents for their future medical careers. Candidates are encouraged to apply as they will gain rigorous training under experienced attending physicians.
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Program Details
Specialty
General Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program does not explicitly mention whether it is IMG-friendly. However, since it is affiliated with a major academic institution, it may be welcoming to International Medical Graduates. Further insights can be gathered by investigating their visa sponsorship options and any alumni data.
Categorical Positions
5
Categorical Positions (detail)
5 categorical surgery residents per year
Program Website
Address
655 West 8th Street, Jacksonville, FL 32209
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Current Residents
Overview
The current resident roster indicates that there are five categorical surgery residents enrolled in the PGY-1 year for this program.
PGY-1 MD
5
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The curriculum includes clinical rotations, conference schedules, and objectives designed to provide comprehensive surgical training.
Application
The application for the Surgery Residency at the University of Florida College of Medicine – Jacksonville is found through their 'How to Apply' section. Specific details on deadlines and requirements can be obtained directly from the program's webpage. Additional information can be accessed from their "/apply/" page.
# of Locations
Residents will work at multiple locations, including the main university hospital and affiliated clinics.
Fellowship
The residency program allows opportunities for residents to pursue advanced fellowships. Notably, some of the fellowship options include Advanced Gastrointestinal and Minimally Invasive Surgery Fellowship and Advanced Rhinology, Endoscopic Sinus and Skull Base Surgery Fellowship. Graduates have also pursued fellowships in Emergency and Trauma Services and Surgical Critical Care.
Resident Life
Overview
The University of Florida Department of Surgery in Jacksonville offers a unique five-year, ACGME-accredited surgery residency program that combines operative experiences, simulation, and didactics in an academic, safety-net hospital.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
The program is five years in length, with various categorizations of residents each year.
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Alumni
Alumni from the Surgery Residency program at the University of Florida College of Medicine – Jacksonville pursue various fellowships, sub-specialties, and careers in academic medicine or private practice. Common fields include acute care surgery, vascular surgery, and other surgical specialties, with graduates practicing across the United States and even internationally.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Learn more about benefits offered to our resident and fellow physicians.
PGY-1 Salary
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