Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The UCF-HCA Florida Healthcare Internal Medicine Residency Program, located in Greater Orlando/Osceola, is a collaboration between the UCF College of Medicine and HCA Healthcare. It provides a comprehensive training experience across notable facilities such as HCA Florida Osceola Hospital and the Orlando VA Medical Center, catering to the healthcare needs of diverse communities. The program emphasizes clinical excellence, personal satisfaction, and lifelong learning, and aims to foster a supportive, inclusive atmosphere for its residents. Through innovative educational strategies, hands-on experiences, and a focus on wellness, the residency prepares its participants for successful careers in internal medicine.
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Program Details
Specialty
Internal Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The UCF-HCA Internal Medicine Residency Program indicates a welcoming stance towards International Medical Graduates (IMGs) as it emphasizes the importance of diversity and inclusivity in its training environment. However, specific details about eligibility, admission rates for IMGs, or explicit mention of IMG acceptance rates are not directly available in the provided text. For more detailed criteria regarding IMG applications, interested candidates are encouraged to reach out to the residency program directly.
Categorical Positions
Categorical Positions (detail)
The program is part of UCF's inaugural residency program, but specific numbers of categorical residents are not mentioned. Information regarding prelim residents, rural, or otherwise is also not provided.
Program Website
Address
4000 Central Florida Blvd. Orlando, Florida, 32816
Program Director
Abdo Asmar, MD, FACP
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Current Residents
Overview
The current resident summary is not explicitly provided in the text. However, the program is proud of its residents' accomplishments and encourages inquiries about their experiences within the program. The program highlights its commitment to diversity, aiming to support and celebrate each trainee's background and skills.
PGY-1 MD
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
Offers cutting-edge medical practices, exciting scholarly opportunities, exposure to a diverse patient population, and emphasizes physician wellness.
Application
The application for the UCF-HCA Internal Medicine Residency Program requires submission through ERAS. Key deadlines include a submission deadline typically in late September and interviews held from October to December. Additional materials required may include three letters of recommendation and a personal statement. It is advisable to verify specific dates annually on their website.
# of Locations
Residents work at HCA Florida Osceola Hospital and the Orlando VA Medical Center.
Fellowship
The UCF-HCA Internal Medicine Residency Program offers various fellowship opportunities, including Endocrinology Fellowship, Rheumatology Fellowship, and Hospice and Palliative Medicine Fellowship. Residents can pursue these specialties following completion of their residency training as part of their post-graduation plans, highlighting a commitment to further educational development in internal medicine subspecialties.
Resident Life
Overview
UCF-HCA Florida Healthcare (Greater Orlando/Osceola) Internal Medicine Residency Program offering a unique partnership with HCA Healthcare and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, providing training at premier hospitals and focusing on diversity and physician wellness.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
Length of the program is typically 3 years.
Housing
The UCF-HCA IM Residency Program offers support in housing options. Additionally, there are resources for finding nearby accommodations and potential housing stipends, aiding residents in their housing search near the training facilities, including HCA Florida Osceola Hospital and Orlando VA Medical Center.
Alumni
Alumni of the UCF-HCA Internal Medicine Residency Program have pursued a variety of fellowships, including but not limited to Endocrinology and Rheumatology. Many have taken positions in academic settings, private practice, or specialized fellowships, particularly in the Greater Orlando/Osceola area and other prominent institutions nationwide.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
The program offers dynamic education with clinical and academic opportunities, exposure to diverse patient populations, a focus on physician wellness and engagement, and a commitment to diversity in training.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation
Residents in the UCF-HCA IM residency program are allocated 20 vacation days annually. Generally, unused vacation days can be carried over to the next year, but residents should check the program's policy for specific guidelines.