Emergency MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

HCA Florida Healthcare/Westside/Northwest Hospital Program

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

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About HCA Florida Healthcare/Westside/Northwest Hospital Program

ACGME code
1101100001
Program director
Matthew Slane
Location
Plantation, Florida
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
13
First-year spots
IMG residents
58%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

HCA Florida Healthcare/Westside/Northwest Hospital Program is a community-based university affiliated Emergency Medicine residency program in Plantation, Florida, sponsored by HCA Florida Healthcare. It offers 13 first-year positions, higher than the typical Emergency Medicine program (11).

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 58% 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
13
Letters of recommendation
At least 1
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates18%
  • US DO graduates24%
  • US IMGs50%
  • Non-US IMGs8%

Demographics

  • Women24%
  • Men76%
  • White34%
  • Asian32%
  • Black or African American13%
  • Hispanic or Latino18%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native5%
  • Other8%

Contact and location

Program director
Matthew Slane
Program coordinator
Arniece Gutierrez
Coordinator phone
(954) 723-1206
Program phone
(706) 421-3138
Sponsoring institution
HCA Florida Healthcare

8201 W Broward Blvd Plantation, FL 33324 Open in Google Maps

HCA Florida Healthcare/Westside/Northwest Hospital Program: frequently asked questions

Does HCA Florida Healthcare/Westside/Northwest Hospital Program sponsor visas?

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

About 58% of residents at HCA Florida Healthcare/Westside/Northwest 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/Westside/Northwest Hospital Program offer?

HCA Florida Healthcare/Westside/Northwest Hospital Program offers 13 first-year Emergency Medicine positions, and 13 were filled in the latest Match.

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

Where is HCA Florida Healthcare/Westside/Northwest Hospital Program located?

HCA Florida Healthcare/Westside/Northwest Hospital Program is located at 8201 W Broward Blvd Plantation, FL 33324. Its sponsoring institution is HCA Florida Healthcare.

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

The program director is Matthew Slane. The program coordinator, Arniece Gutierrez, is the usual contact for application questions.