Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The HCA Florida Ocala Hospital Internal Medicine Residency program provides comprehensive training for residents in internal medicine, emphasizing clinical excellence and professional development in a supportive environment. The program includes diverse inpatient and outpatient experiences, robust mentorship, and training opportunities with experienced faculty. Residents rotate through various specialties and are actively engaged in a collaborative learning atmosphere, contributing to their growth as future internists.
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Moderate Competition
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Program Details
Specialty
Internal Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The HCA Florida Ocala Hospital Internal Medicine Residency program is committed to accepting International Medical Graduates (IMGs). They accept ECFMG certification and provide J-1 visa sponsorship for graduates from foreign medical schools. The program aims to maintain a diverse resident cohort, actively including IMGs in their training and educational opportunities.
Categorical Positions
15
Categorical Positions (detail)
15 residents
Program Website
Address
1431 SW 1st Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
Program Director
Chandan Mitra, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
Currently, there are 30 residents in the HCA Florida Ocala Hospital Internal Medicine Residency program, including 10 first-year medical doctors. The program includes a diverse cohort with 3 residents being international medical graduates, reflecting its acceptance of IMGs in the training process.
PGY-1 MD
10
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
3
Curriculum & Education
Overview
Over the course of our three-year program, residents actively participate in a comprehensive curriculum that is designed to enhance academic, clinical, and professional skills. Our dedicated faculty will enrich our residents' medical knowledge, clinical judgment, professionalism and interpersonal skills that are necessary for a successful career in medicine. Teaching methodologies emphasize experiential and active learning, leadership, teamwork and one-on-one mentorship. Residents are encouraged to take ownership of their patients' care in the inpatient and outpatient setting under attending supervision.
Application
ERAS: 1401100939; NRMP: 1587140C1: How to apply: https://students-residents.aamc.org/applying-residencies-eras/applying-residencies-eras
# of Locations
The program is based at HCA Florida Ocala Hospital, which offers diverse rotations in various sub-specialties.
Fellowship
The HCA Florida Ocala Hospital Internal Medicine Residency program offers various fellowship opportunities for residents after graduation. Graduates of this program have pursued fellowships in cardiology, gastroenterology, nephrology, pulmonary medicine, and infectious diseases, among others. The program collaborates with notable institutions for fellowship placements.
Resident Life
Overview
Our Internal Medicine Residency program in Ocala, FL, allows future physicians to train alongside leading experts in the field of Internal Medicine.
On Call Schedule
All residents are given one in seven days off averaged over four weeks.
# of Years of Program
3 years.
Housing
Alumni
Not explicitly mentioned.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
BLS and ACLS training and certification provided, Laptop computer, iPhone for daily email, meals provided, MKSAP question bank, ABIM Board Review Course, pays for USMLE Step 3/COMLEX III.
PGY-1 Salary
61104
Vacation
PGY-1: three weeks (five working days plus weekend) per academic year; PGY-2: four weeks; PGY-3: four weeks; Unused vacation must be pre-approved by the program director.