Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The University of Florida Department of Pathology, Immunology and Laboratory Medicine offers a comprehensive residency program in pathology that covers all aspects of anatomic and clinical pathology. With a focus on research and diverse case materials sourced from Shands Hospital and the Malcom Randall Veterans Affairs Medical Center, the program is designed to prepare residents for board certification in both AP and CP. The program emphasizes a supportive training environment, encouraging residents to take on increasing responsibilities as they advance through their training.
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Program Details
Specialty
Pathology
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The University of Florida Department of Pathology, Immunology and Laboratory Medicine does not explicitly mention IMG-friendliness, but offers opportunities for research, which could be considered attractive to international applicants. Details such as acceptance of ECFMG certification or visa sponsorship options were not found in the provided text.
Categorical Positions
16
Categorical Positions (detail)
16 residency positions are funded by UF Health Shands Hospital and the Malcom Randall Veterans Affairs Medical Center.
Program Website
Address
1600 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32610
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Current Residents
Overview
The current resident demographics are not explicitly detailed in the provided text. However, there are 16 residency positions available within the program, funded through UF Health Shands Hospital and the Malcom Randall Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Specific details regarding the number of current residents or their specialties were not shared.
PGY-1 MD
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The four years training program meets all requirements for anatomic pathology and clinical pathology (AP/CP) board certification. Residents receive diverse and interesting case material from Shands and the MRVAMC, where all medical specialties are represented. The majority of residents pursue training in both anatomic and clinical pathology, which allows them to take the AP and CP certifying exams, administered by the American Board of Pathology.
Application
The application process information can be found under 'Application Process'.
# of Locations
2 - UF Health Shands Hospital, Malcom Randall Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Fellowship
The residency program offers various fellowship opportunities in specialized areas, including Blood Bank Fellowship, Bone and Soft Tissue Pathology Fellowship (non-ACGME-accredited), Cytopathology Fellowship, Gastrointestinal and Liver Pathology Fellowship (non-ACGME-accredited), Hematopathology Fellowship, Neuropathology Fellowship, and Surgical (Selective) Pathology Fellowship (non-ACGME-accredited). Many of these fellowships are affiliated with institutions offering subspecialty training, enhancing the post-residency career path of residents.
Resident Life
Overview
The University of Florida Department of Pathology, Immunology and Laboratory Medicine offers a residency program that provides instruction in all facets of anatomic and clinical pathology, with opportunities for research. 16 residency positions are funded by UF Health Shands Hospital and the Malcom Randall Veterans Affairs Medical Center.
On Call Schedule
Opportunities for on-call decisions, outlined responsibilities include review of primary lab data, frozen section evaluations, and supervising junior residents.
# of Years of Program
4
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Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Four years of training with diverse case material, intellectual and emotional support for residents, and opportunities for teaching and research.
PGY-1 Salary
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