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University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville Program

Emergency Medicine residency program in Jacksonville, Florida, sponsored by University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville.

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About University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville Program

ACGME code
1101112058
Program director
Melissa Parsons
Location
Jacksonville, Florida
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
15
First-year spots
IMG residents
2%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville Program is a community-based university affiliated Emergency Medicine residency program in Jacksonville, Florida, sponsored by University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville. It offers 15 first-year positions, higher than the typical Emergency Medicine program (11).

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 2% 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
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
15
Letters of recommendation
At least 1
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates41%
  • US DO graduates57%
  • US IMGs2%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women36%
  • Men64%
  • White73%
  • Asian14%
  • Black or African American9%
  • Hispanic or Latino9%

Contact and location

Program director
Melissa Parsons
Program coordinator
Courtney Roebuck
Coordinator phone
(904) 244-3817
Sponsoring institution
University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville

Department of Emergency Medicine 655 West 8th Street, Box C506 Jacksonville, FL 32209 Open in Google Maps

University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville 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 Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville Program IMG-friendly?

About 2% of residents at University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville 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 University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville Program offer?

University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville Program offers 15 first-year Emergency Medicine positions, and 15 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville 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 Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.

Where is University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville Program located?

University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville Program is located at Department of Emergency Medicine 655 West 8th Street, Box C506 Jacksonville, FL 32209. Its sponsoring institution is University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville.

Who is the program director of University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville Program?

The program director is Melissa Parsons. The program coordinator, Courtney Roebuck, is the usual contact for application questions.