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Florida State University College of Medicine/Lee Memorial Hospital Program

Family Medicine residency program in Ft Myers, Florida, sponsored by Florida State University College of Medicine.

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About Florida State University College of Medicine/Lee Memorial Hospital Program

ACGME code
1201100728
Program director
Lee Coghill
Location
Ft Myers, Florida
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
11
First-year spots
Applicants
898
Latest cycle
Interview rate
19.9%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
28%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Florida State University College of Medicine/Lee Memorial Hospital Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Ft Myers, Florida, sponsored by Florida State University College of Medicine. It offers 11 first-year positions, higher than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 898 applications and invited about 19.9% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Family Medicine interview rate of 21.6%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 28% of current residents, compared with a median of 22% across Family Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 65 hours a week in their first year. The program offers hospitalist, primary care and women's health tracks.

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
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • Year of graduation limit
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
11
Interview rate
19.9%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates25%
  • US DO graduates46%
  • US IMGs21%
  • Non-US IMGs7%

Demographics

  • Women57%
  • Men43%
  • White43%
  • Asian11%
  • Black or African American11%
  • Hispanic or Latino32%

Contact and location

Program director
Lee Coghill
Program coordinator
Alicia Nicholson
Coordinator phone
(239) 343-2551
Program phone
(239) 849-7907
Sponsoring institution
Florida State University College of Medicine

Family Medicine Residency Program 2780 Cleveland Ave Suite 709 Ft Myers, FL 33901 Open in Google Maps

Florida State University College of Medicine/Lee Memorial Hospital Program: frequently asked questions

Does Florida State University College of Medicine/Lee Memorial Hospital Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Florida State University College of Medicine/Lee Memorial Hospital Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Florida State University College of Medicine/Lee Memorial Hospital Program IMG-friendly?

About 28% of residents at Florida State University College of Medicine/Lee Memorial Hospital Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Family Medicine program has 22% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Florida State University College of Medicine/Lee Memorial Hospital Program offer?

Florida State University College of Medicine/Lee Memorial Hospital Program offers 11 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 11 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Florida State University College of Medicine/Lee Memorial Hospital Program?

Florida State University College of Medicine/Lee Memorial Hospital Program received 898 applications and interviewed about 19.9% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Florida State University College of Medicine/Lee Memorial 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 Florida State University College of Medicine/Lee Memorial Hospital Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Family Medicine programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 237.

Where is Florida State University College of Medicine/Lee Memorial Hospital Program located?

Florida State University College of Medicine/Lee Memorial Hospital Program is located at Family Medicine Residency Program 2780 Cleveland Ave Suite 709 Ft Myers, FL 33901. Its sponsoring institution is Florida State University College of Medicine.

Who is the program director of Florida State University College of Medicine/Lee Memorial Hospital Program?

The program director is Lee Coghill. The program coordinator, Alicia Nicholson, is the usual contact for application questions.