Internal MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Broward Health Medical Center Program

Internal Medicine residency program in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, sponsored by Broward Health.

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About Broward Health Medical Center Program

ACGME code
1401100945
Program director
Ruchir Chokshi
Location
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
18
First-year spots
Applicants
2,532
Latest cycle
Interview rate
13.3%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
44%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Broward Health Medical Center Program is a community-based university affiliated Internal Medicine residency program in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, sponsored by Broward Health. It offers 18 first-year positions, higher than the typical Internal Medicine program (14).

In the latest application cycle the program received 2,532 applications and invited about 13.3% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Internal Medicine programs, which interview about 10.1% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 44% of current residents, compared with a median of 46.5% across Internal Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 65 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
18
Interview rate
13.3%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates0%
  • US DO graduates57%
  • US IMGs36%
  • Non-US IMGs8%

Demographics

  • Women53%
  • Men47%
  • White23%
  • Asian38%
  • Black or African American9%
  • Hispanic or Latino40%
  • Other4%

Contact and location

Program director
Ruchir Chokshi
Program coordinator
Katrina Tucker
Coordinator phone
(954) 468-8908
Program phone
(954) 712-6356
Sponsoring institution
Broward Health

1600 S. Andrews Avenue 3rd Floor West Wing - GME Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316 Open in Google Maps

Broward Health Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does Broward Health Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Broward Health Medical Center Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Broward Health Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 44% of residents at Broward Health Medical Center Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Internal Medicine program has 46.5% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Broward Health Medical Center Program offer?

Broward Health Medical Center Program offers 18 first-year Internal Medicine positions, and 18 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Broward Health Medical Center Program?

Broward Health Medical Center Program received 2,532 applications and interviewed about 13.3% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine program interviews about 10.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Broward Health Medical Center Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Broward Health Medical Center Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Internal Medicine programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 246.

Where is Broward Health Medical Center Program located?

Broward Health Medical Center Program is located at 1600 S. Andrews Avenue 3rd Floor West Wing - GME Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316. Its sponsoring institution is Broward Health.

Who is the program director of Broward Health Medical Center Program?

The program director is Ruchir Chokshi. The program coordinator, Katrina Tucker, is the usual contact for application questions.

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