Emergency MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

HCA Florida Healthcare/St. Lucie Hospital Program

Emergency Medicine residency program in Port St. Lucie, Florida, sponsored by HCA Florida Healthcare.

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About HCA Florida Healthcare/St. Lucie Hospital Program

ACGME code
1101100199
Program director
Thomas Matese
Location
Port St. Lucie, Florida
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
IMG residents
24%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

HCA Florida Healthcare/St. Lucie Hospital Program is a community-based university affiliated Emergency Medicine residency program in Port St. Lucie, Florida, sponsored by HCA Florida Healthcare. It offers 6 first-year positions, lower than the typical Emergency Medicine program (11).

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 24% of current residents, compared with a median of 8% across Emergency Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 50 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
6
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates18%
  • US DO graduates59%
  • US IMGs24%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women24%
  • Men76%
  • White65%
  • Asian24%
  • Hispanic or Latino29%
  • Other6%

Contact and location

Program director
Thomas Matese
Program coordinator
Rekiya Wallace
Coordinator phone
(772) 468-4554
Program phone
(772) 398-1990
Sponsoring institution
HCA Florida Healthcare

1800 SE Tiffany Ave Port St. Lucie, FL 34952 Open in Google Maps

HCA Florida Healthcare/St. Lucie Hospital Program: frequently asked questions

Does HCA Florida Healthcare/St. Lucie Hospital Program sponsor visas?

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

Is HCA Florida Healthcare/St. Lucie Hospital Program IMG-friendly?

About 24% of residents at HCA Florida Healthcare/St. Lucie 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 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does HCA Florida Healthcare/St. Lucie Hospital Program offer?

HCA Florida Healthcare/St. Lucie Hospital Program offers 6 first-year Emergency Medicine positions, and 6 were filled in the latest Match.

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

Where is HCA Florida Healthcare/St. Lucie Hospital Program located?

HCA Florida Healthcare/St. Lucie Hospital Program is located at 1800 SE Tiffany Ave Port St. Lucie, FL 34952. Its sponsoring institution is HCA Florida Healthcare.

Who is the program director of HCA Florida Healthcare/St. Lucie Hospital Program?

The program director is Thomas Matese. The program coordinator, Rekiya Wallace, is the usual contact for application questions.