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

Family 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
1201100740
Program director
Nicholas Dorsey
Location
Ocala, Florida
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
573
Latest cycle
Interview rate
21.8%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
67%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare (Ocala) Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Ocala, Florida, sponsored by University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare. It offers 6 first-year positions, lower than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 573 applications and invited about 21.8% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Family Medicine interview rate of 21.6%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 67% of current residents, compared with a median of 22% across Family Medicine programs. The program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas.

Residents work about 55 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
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
6
Interview rate
21.8%
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
None

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates11%
  • US DO graduates22%
  • US IMGs50%
  • Non-US IMGs17%

Demographics

  • Women56%
  • Men44%
  • White33%
  • Asian22%
  • Black or African American17%
  • Hispanic or Latino22%
  • Other11%

Contact and location

Program director
Nicholas Dorsey
Program coordinator
Maurice Armstrong
Coordinator phone
(352) 401-8319
Program phone
(321) 735-2169
Sponsoring institution
University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare

1431 SW First Ave Bitzer Bldg., Suite #7 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?

University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare (Ocala) Program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas. International applicants who need a visa should confirm with the program before applying.

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

About 67% of residents at University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare (Ocala) Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Family Medicine program has 22% IMG residents.

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 6 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 2 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare (Ocala) Program?

University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare (Ocala) Program received 573 applications and interviewed about 21.8% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

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 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 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 Bitzer Bldg., Suite #7 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 Nicholas Dorsey. The program coordinator, Maurice Armstrong, is the usual contact for application questions.