Emergency MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

HCA Florida Healthcare/Kendall Hospital Program

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

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About HCA Florida Healthcare/Kendall Hospital Program

ACGME code
1101100195
Program director
Valori Slane
Location
Miami, Florida
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
12
First-year spots
IMG residents
48%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

HCA Florida Healthcare/Kendall Hospital Program is a community-based university affiliated Emergency Medicine residency program in Miami, 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 48% of current residents, compared with a median of 8% across Emergency Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 60 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
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
12
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates17%
  • US DO graduates34%
  • US IMGs37%
  • Non-US IMGs11%

Demographics

  • Women63%
  • Men37%
  • White9%
  • Asian6%
  • Black or African American3%
  • Hispanic or Latino89%

Contact and location

Program director
Valori Slane
Program coordinator
Liannys Rojas
Coordinator phone
(954) 374-3306
Program phone
(305) 480-6602
Sponsoring institution
HCA Florida Healthcare

11750 Bird Road Miami, FL 33175 Open in Google Maps

HCA Florida Healthcare/Kendall Hospital Program: frequently asked questions

Does HCA Florida Healthcare/Kendall Hospital Program sponsor visas?

Yes. HCA Florida Healthcare/Kendall 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/Kendall Hospital Program IMG-friendly?

About 48% of residents at HCA Florida Healthcare/Kendall Hospital Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Emergency Medicine program has 8% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

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

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

What Step 2 CK score do I need for HCA Florida Healthcare/Kendall 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/Kendall Hospital Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.

Where is HCA Florida Healthcare/Kendall Hospital Program located?

HCA Florida Healthcare/Kendall Hospital Program is located at 11750 Bird Road Miami, FL 33175. Its sponsoring institution is HCA Florida Healthcare.

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

The program director is Valori Slane. The program coordinator, Liannys Rojas, is the usual contact for application questions.