University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville Program

The University of Florida College of Medicine - Jacksonville offers an ACGME-accredited, 3-year Emergency Medicine Residency Program. This program is housed in a high-volume, inner-city emergency department which also serves as a regional Level I adult and pediatric trauma center. The program prides itself on being the top-rated emergency medicine training program in Florida as of 2020, according to Doximity, and has a history dating back to its founding in 1975. It currently supports 46 ACGME-approved residency positions and provides a broad educational experience across three hospitals, including rotations in a Level I trauma center, a children's hospital, and a community hospital. The emergency department, comprising UF Health Jacksonville and UF Health North, saw a total of 123,177 visits in 2019, and the program boasts a faculty that is 95% board-certified.

The program’s mission is designed to transform new medical school graduates into emergency physicians who are capable of thriving in any clinical environment and prepared to assume leadership roles in future medical practices. The curriculum is aimed at achieving core competencies required for the successful practice of emergency medicine, including professionalism, effective communication skills, safe patient care, life-long learning, and the ability to optimize patient outcomes.

Residents have the opportunity to train under a diverse faculty with expertise in various sub-specialties, and the program offers fellowships in pediatric emergency medicine, medical education, ultrasound, and patient safety. The training program emphasizes resident involvement in a broad range of experiences in emergency medicine and related specialties. This includes rotations designed to enhance skills in resuscitation, prehospital systems, toxicology, point-of-care ultrasound, and critical care.

The curriculum is heavily focused on critical care, with significant portions of training occurring in high-volume clinical settings to build strong clinical proficiency. Rotations are structured in three 13-block sections over the year, covering the breadth of emergency medicine and ancillary services that gave a well-rounded experience. Additionally, the program supports resident research, encouraging participation in projects that can lead to presentations at regional, national, and international meetings.

Living in Jacksonville, residents enjoy a growing, youthful metropolitan area with diverse cultural and recreational opportunities. The program cultivates a supportive environment aimed at fostering the personal and professional growth of its residents, preparing them for a successful career in emergency medicine.

Regarding specific application requirements or statements about competitiveness or support for DO/IMG applicants, the provided text does not include such details. Similarly, there is no mention of support for visas or maximum years since graduation and STEP exam requirements, suggesting that interested individuals should refer to the general GME benefits, requirements, and resources for eligibility criteria.

This residency program is a robust opportunity for those seeking a comprehensive training experience in Emergency Medicine, tailored to breed leaders in the field.