University of Florida College of Medicine (Pensacola) Program

The University of Florida College of Medicine (Pensacola) Internal Medicine Residency Program at Ascension Sacred Heart is a three-year program designed to provide new physicians with the necessary skills and knowledge to deliver high-value care to the community. The program emphasizes comprehensive training under the guidance of experienced internists and sub-specialists in hospital and ambulatory medicine.

The program at University of Florida College of Medicine has a deep commitment to serving all patients, especially the medically underserved and vulnerable populations in Northwest Florida and South Alabama. Residents are encouraged to participate in quality improvement initiatives, patient safety projects, and scholarly research activities.

The program aims to train future physicians to become leaders in clinical practice, education, and administration. It offers a versatile training program with a diverse clinical setting, promotes high-value care principles, and engages residents in health care disparities and population health management.

Residents in the program will receive a competitive benefits package and an annual educational allowance. The curriculum is organized into 12 four-week rotations, offering a balanced program of experiences at each level of training. Residents have the opportunity to pursue electives and engage in research activities during their training.

The program requires applicants to submit their application through ERAS. The University of Florida (Pensacola) Internal Medicine Program supports J-1 visas for International Medical Graduates and requires a valid ECFMG certificate by a specific deadline. USMLE scores, clinical experience in the United States, and the year of graduation are among the additional requirements for International Medical Graduates.

Overall, the University of Florida College of Medicine (Pensacola) Internal Medicine Residency Program at Ascension Sacred Heart is committed to providing a supportive and collegial learning environment to train compassionate and well-rounded internists ready to serve the diverse patient population in the Northwest Florida and Southeast Alabama areas.