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University of Florida Program

Family Medicine residency program in Gainesville, Florida, sponsored by University of Florida College of Medicine.

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About University of Florida Program

ACGME code
1201121084
Program director
Lindy Krebs
Location
Gainesville, Florida
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
9
First-year spots
Applicants
569
Latest cycle
Interview rate
20.9%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
4%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Florida Program is a university Based Family Medicine residency program in Gainesville, Florida, sponsored by University of Florida College of Medicine. It offers 9 first-year positions, higher than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 569 applications and invited about 20.9% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Family Medicine interview rate of 21.6%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 4% 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 women's health track.

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
9
Interview rate
20.9%
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates46%
  • US DO graduates50%
  • US IMGs4%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women38%
  • Men62%
  • White73%
  • Asian23%
  • Hispanic or Latino12%

Contact and location

Program director
Lindy Krebs
Program coordinator
Kim Zinkel
Coordinator phone
(352) 265-9564
Program phone
(94) 238-9413
Sponsoring institution
University of Florida College of Medicine

Family Medicine Residency Program 1707 North Main Street Gainesville, FL 32609 Open in Google Maps

University of Florida Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Florida Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Florida 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 Program IMG-friendly?

About 4% of residents at University of Florida Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Family Medicine program has 22% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does University of Florida Program offer?

University of Florida Program offers 9 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 9 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Florida Program?

University of Florida Program received 569 applications and interviewed about 20.9% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Florida 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 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 Florida Program located?

University of Florida Program is located at Family Medicine Residency Program 1707 North Main Street Gainesville, FL 32609. Its sponsoring institution is University of Florida College of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Florida Program?

The program director is Lindy Krebs. The program coordinator, Kim Zinkel, is the usual contact for application questions.