AnesthesiologyCommunity-based university affiliated

University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare (Ocala) Program

Anesthesiology residency program in Ocala, Florida, sponsored by University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare.

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About University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare (Ocala) Program

ACGME code
0401100212
Program director
Nelson Algarra
Location
Ocala, Florida
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Applicants
826
Latest cycle
Interview rate
11.5%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
35%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare (Ocala) Program is a community-based university affiliated Anesthesiology residency program in Ocala, Florida, sponsored by University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare.

In the latest application cycle the program received 826 applications and invited about 11.5% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Anesthesiology programs, which interview about 16.4% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 35% of current residents, compared with a median of 4% across Anesthesiology programs. The program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas.

Residents work about 55 hours a week in their first year.

Requirements and screening

USMLE Step 1 is pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the score programs screen on. These are the details IMGs most often need before deciding whether to apply.

  • Step 2 CK minimum score
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Interview rate
11.5%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
None

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates8%
  • US DO graduates58%
  • US IMGs35%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women35%
  • Men65%
  • White50%
  • Asian19%
  • Black or African American12%
  • Hispanic or Latino23%
  • Other4%

Contact and location

Program director
Nelson Algarra
Program coordinator
Tracy Sylver Morrison
Coordinator phone
(352) 401-8312
Program phone
(352) 401-8244
Sponsoring institution
University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare

1431 SW First Avenue Ocala, FL 34471 Open in Google Maps

University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare (Ocala) Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare (Ocala) Program sponsor visas?

University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare (Ocala) Program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas. International applicants who need a visa should confirm with the program before applying.

Is University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare (Ocala) Program IMG-friendly?

About 35% of residents at University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare (Ocala) Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Anesthesiology program has 4% IMG residents.

How competitive is University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare (Ocala) Program?

University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare (Ocala) Program received 826 applications and interviewed about 11.5% of applicants. The typical Anesthesiology program interviews about 16.4%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare (Ocala) Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare (Ocala) Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Anesthesiology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 253.

Where is University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare (Ocala) Program located?

University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare (Ocala) Program is located at 1431 SW First Avenue Ocala, FL 34471. Its sponsoring institution is University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare.

Who is the program director of University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare (Ocala) Program?

The program director is Nelson Algarra. The program coordinator, Tracy Sylver Morrison, is the usual contact for application questions.

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