University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville Program
Surgery - Jacksonville, FL | ACGME Code: 4401121073 | NRMP Code: 1101440P0, 1101440C0
The University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville offers a five-year, ACGME-accredited Surgery Residency program. The program provides a blend of operative experiences, simulation, and didactics in an academic safety-net hospital.
Key Points: - 5 years of surgical training - Accepts 5 categorical surgery residents annually - Founded in 1947 - Utilizes operative experiences, simulations, and academic teachings
Application Requirements: - Must have completed and passed USMLE Step I and II - Need a minimum of 3 letters of recommendation, with 1 from the current surgery chair at your medical school - Requires a high pass or honors grade in surgery and internal medicine 3rd year core clerkships
The program's curriculum is diverse, covering various specialties including trauma, general, head and neck, vascular, pediatric, and surgical oncology. Residents also get elective research years between PGY-2 and PGY-3.
Residents receive benefits such as book allowances, call quarters, and disability insurance. There are opportunities for involvement in clinical research projects, leading to publications.
Alumni of the program have pursued further fellowships or entered private practice across different surgical specialties.
For further details or application, you can visit the University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville program webpage.
Web Sources
- Surgery Residency | Department of Surgery | College of Medicine – Jacksonville | University of Florida
- How to Apply | Department of Surgery | College of Medicine – Jacksonville | University of Florida
- Residents | Department of Surgery | College of Medicine – Jacksonville | University of Florida
- Program Director's Welcome | Department of Surgery | College of Medicine – Jacksonville | University of Florida
- Curriculum | Department of Surgery | College of Medicine – Jacksonville | University of Florida
- Benefits | Department of Surgery | College of Medicine – Jacksonville | University of Florida
Team
PGY1 Positions 11 ( 11, 7, 5, 4, 4 )
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Location
Jacksonville city, Florida
Living in Jacksonville, FL
- Crime Rate and Safety: Jacksonville, FL, has a moderate crime rate, with certain neighborhoods experiencing higher crime levels. It is essential to research specific areas before choosing where to live.
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- Education: Jacksonville is home to several universities and colleges, providing educational opportunities for residents and offering a vibrant academic community.
- Cost of Living: The cost of living in Jacksonville is relatively affordable compared to other major cities in Florida, with reasonable housing prices and overall living expenses.
- Proximity to Major Cities: Jacksonville is approximately a 2-hour drive away from Orlando and a 5-hour drive from Miami, making day trips to these bigger cities feasible for residents.
- Pros: Diverse cultural activities, affordable cost of living, proximity to beaches, and access to higher education institutions.
- Cons: Some areas have higher crime rates, potential weather challenges like hurricanes, and limited public transportation options.
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