University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville Program

The University of Florida Department of Urology in Jacksonville offers a five-year, ACGME-accredited urology residency program focused on training competent urologists capable of delivering safe, effective, and quality care to their patients. The residency program curriculum is content-centered and problem-based, emphasizing mastery of urological technical skills backed by cognitive ability and evidence-based care understanding. The program incorporates leadership development, scholarly excellence, and six core competencies set by ACGME.

Applicants to the University of Florida Urology Residency Program should apply through the AUA Urology Residency Match Program. The curriculum includes rotations in general surgery, critical care, trauma, vascular surgery, interventional radiology, anesthesiology, nephrology, urology, pediatric urology, and diverse didactic activities. Residents participate in patient management training across outpatient clinics, inpatient services, and the operating room.

Residents are encouraged to engage in research activities, with opportunities for scholarly publication and presentations at conferences. The program also offers benefits like book allowance, call quarters, disability insurance, professional liability coverage, and access to a comprehensive library. Additionally, residents receive life insurance/accidental death and dismemberment insurance, health insurance, paid holidays, and free parking on campus.

The University of Florida Urology Residency Program aims to prepare residents to become proficient urological surgeons capable of addressing a wide range of urological conditions and passing the American Board of Surgery examination. Through structured clinical rotations, residents develop clinical judgment, surgical skills, and knowledge essential for effective patient care and collaboration with other medical specialties.