Emergency MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

HCA Florida Healthcare/Aventura Hospital Program

Emergency Medicine residency program in Aventura, Florida, sponsored by HCA Florida Healthcare.

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About HCA Florida Healthcare/Aventura Hospital Program

ACGME code
1101100196
Program director
Todd Slesinger
Location
Aventura, Florida
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
12
First-year spots
IMG residents
22%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

HCA Florida Healthcare/Aventura Hospital Program is a community-based university affiliated Emergency Medicine residency program in Aventura, Florida, sponsored by HCA Florida Healthcare. It offers 12 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Emergency Medicine program (11).

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 22% of current residents, compared with a median of 8% across Emergency Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 48 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
12
Letters of recommendation
At least 1
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates31%
  • US DO graduates47%
  • US IMGs22%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women36%
  • Men64%
  • White50%
  • Asian17%
  • Black or African American11%
  • Hispanic or Latino22%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native3%
  • Other6%

Contact and location

Program director
Todd Slesinger
Program coordinator
Melissa Lazare
Coordinator phone
(305) 692-3468
Program phone
(305) 692-3392
Sponsoring institution
HCA Florida Healthcare

Residency in Emergency Medicine (GME) 20900 Biscayne Blvd - Suite 859 (South Tower) Aventura, FL 33180 Open in Google Maps

HCA Florida Healthcare/Aventura Hospital Program: frequently asked questions

Does HCA Florida Healthcare/Aventura Hospital Program sponsor visas?

Yes. HCA Florida Healthcare/Aventura Hospital Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is HCA Florida Healthcare/Aventura Hospital Program IMG-friendly?

About 22% of residents at HCA Florida Healthcare/Aventura Hospital Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Emergency Medicine program has 8% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does HCA Florida Healthcare/Aventura Hospital Program offer?

HCA Florida Healthcare/Aventura Hospital Program offers 12 first-year Emergency Medicine positions, and 11 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for HCA Florida Healthcare/Aventura Hospital Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has HCA Florida Healthcare/Aventura Hospital Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.

Where is HCA Florida Healthcare/Aventura Hospital Program located?

HCA Florida Healthcare/Aventura Hospital Program is located at Residency in Emergency Medicine (GME) 20900 Biscayne Blvd - Suite 859 (South Tower) Aventura, FL 33180. Its sponsoring institution is HCA Florida Healthcare.

Who is the program director of HCA Florida Healthcare/Aventura Hospital Program?

The program director is Todd Slesinger. The program coordinator, Melissa Lazare, is the usual contact for application questions.