Emergency MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

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

Emergency Medicine 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
1101100200
Program director
Michael Falgiani
Location
Ocala, Florida
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
10
First-year spots
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare (Ocala) Program is a community-based university affiliated Emergency Medicine residency program in Ocala, Florida, sponsored by University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare. It offers 10 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Emergency Medicine program (11).

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Emergency Medicine program has 8%. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 40 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
10
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates48%
  • US DO graduates52%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women43%
  • Men57%
  • White76%
  • Asian5%
  • Black or African American5%
  • Hispanic or Latino19%

Contact and location

Program director
Michael Falgiani
Program coordinator
Desiree Roman
Coordinator phone
(325) 401-8323
Program phone
(352) 401-1543
Sponsoring institution
University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare

1431 SW First Ave 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?

Yes. University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare (Ocala) Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

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

University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare (Ocala) Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Emergency Medicine program has 8% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare (Ocala) Program offer?

University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare (Ocala) Program offers 10 first-year Emergency Medicine positions, and 8 were filled in the latest Match.

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. Unlock the screening details above to see it.

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 Ave 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 Michael Falgiani. The program coordinator, Desiree Roman, is the usual contact for application questions.