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University of Florida Program

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

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About University of Florida Program

ACGME code
2601121123
Program director
Robert Decker
Location
Gainesville, Florida
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
4
First-year spots
Applicants
401
Latest cycle
IMG residents
5%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Florida Program is a university Based Orthopaedic Surgery residency program in Gainesville, Florida, sponsored by University of Florida College of Medicine. It offers 4 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Orthopaedic Surgery program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 401 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 5% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Orthopaedic Surgery programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 75 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
4
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates95%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs5%

Demographics

  • Women26%
  • Men74%
  • White79%
  • Asian21%
  • Hispanic or Latino16%

Contact and location

Program director
Robert Decker
Program coordinator
Kendra Gordon
Coordinator phone
(352) 273-7365
Program phone
(352) 273-7016
Sponsoring institution
University of Florida College of Medicine

Department Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine PO Box 112727 Gainesville, FL 32611 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 5% of residents at University of Florida Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Orthopaedic Surgery program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does University of Florida Program offer?

University of Florida Program offers 4 first-year Orthopaedic Surgery positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.

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. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Orthopaedic Surgery programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 258.

Where is University of Florida Program located?

University of Florida Program is located at Department Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine PO Box 112727 Gainesville, FL 32611. Its sponsoring institution is University of Florida College of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Florida Program?

The program director is Robert Decker. The program coordinator, Kendra Gordon, is the usual contact for application questions.