Internal MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

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

Internal 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
1401100939
Program director
Chandan Mitra
Location
Ocala, Florida
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
15
First-year spots
Applicants
2,889
Latest cycle
Interview rate
8.1%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
88%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare (Ocala) Program is a community-based university affiliated Internal Medicine residency program in Ocala, Florida, sponsored by University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare. It offers 15 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Internal Medicine program (14).

In the latest application cycle the program received 2,889 applications and invited about 8.1% 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 88% 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
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
15
Interview rate
8.1%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates0%
  • US DO graduates11%
  • US IMGs36%
  • Non-US IMGs52%

Demographics

  • Women41%
  • Men59%
  • White20%
  • Asian55%
  • Hispanic or Latino23%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native2%
  • Other5%

Contact and location

Program director
Chandan Mitra
Program coordinator
Katy Robinson
Coordinator phone
(352) 333-4825
Program phone
(515) 343-7980
Sponsoring institution
University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare

1431 SW 1st Avenue 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?

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

About 88% 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 Internal Medicine program has 46.5% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

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 15 first-year Internal Medicine positions, and 15 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 2,889 applications and interviewed about 8.1% of applicants. The typical Internal Medicine program interviews about 10.1%.

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 Internal Medicine programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 246.

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 1st Avenue 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 Chandan Mitra. The program coordinator, Katy Robinson, is the usual contact for application questions.

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