Internal MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Florida State University College of Medicine/Sarasota Memorial Hospital Program

Internal Medicine residency program in Sarasota, Florida, sponsored by Florida State University College of Medicine.

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

ACGME code
1401100947
Program director
Karen Hamad
Location
Sarasota, Florida
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
15
First-year spots
Applicants
2,816
Latest cycle
Interview rate
7.7%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
61%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Florida State University College of Medicine/Sarasota Memorial Hospital Program is a community-based university affiliated Internal Medicine residency program in Sarasota, Florida, sponsored by Florida State University College of Medicine. It offers 15 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Internal Medicine program (14).

In the latest application cycle the program received 2,816 applications and invited about 7.7% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Internal Medicine programs, which interview about 10.1% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 61% of current residents, compared with a median of 46.5% across Internal 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
  • 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
15
Interview rate
7.7%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates14%
  • US DO graduates24%
  • US IMGs40%
  • Non-US IMGs21%

Demographics

  • Women40%
  • Men60%
  • White40%
  • Asian24%
  • Black or African American12%
  • Hispanic or Latino24%
  • Other2%

Contact and location

Program director
Karen Hamad
Program coordinator
Caitlin Taylor
Coordinator phone
(941) 917-7799
Sponsoring institution
Florida State University College of Medicine

1700 South Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34239 Open in Google Maps

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

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

Yes. Florida State University College of Medicine/Sarasota 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/Sarasota Memorial Hospital Program IMG-friendly?

About 61% of residents at Florida State University College of Medicine/Sarasota Memorial Hospital 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 Florida State University College of Medicine/Sarasota Memorial Hospital Program offer?

Florida State University College of Medicine/Sarasota Memorial Hospital Program offers 15 first-year Internal Medicine positions, and 15 were filled in the latest Match.

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

Florida State University College of Medicine/Sarasota Memorial Hospital Program received 2,816 applications and interviewed about 7.7% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine program interviews about 10.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Florida State University College of Medicine/Sarasota 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/Sarasota Memorial Hospital 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 Florida State University College of Medicine/Sarasota Memorial Hospital Program located?

Florida State University College of Medicine/Sarasota Memorial Hospital Program is located at 1700 South Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34239. Its sponsoring institution is Florida State University College of Medicine.

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

The program director is Karen Hamad. The program coordinator, Caitlin Taylor, is the usual contact for application questions.

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