SurgeryCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

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

Surgery 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
4401100442
Program director
Darwin Ang
Location
Ocala, Florida
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
5
First-year spots
Applicants
905
Latest cycle
Interview rate
9%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
34%
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 Surgery residency program in Ocala, Florida, sponsored by University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare. It offers 5 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 905 applications and invited about 9% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Surgery interview rate of 9.1%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 34% of current residents, compared with a median of 9.1% across Surgery programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 80 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
5
Interview rate
9%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates41%
  • US DO graduates26%
  • US IMGs19%
  • Non-US IMGs15%

Demographics

  • Women44%
  • Men56%
  • White52%
  • Asian11%
  • Black or African American11%
  • Hispanic or Latino30%
  • Other7%

Contact and location

Program director
Darwin Ang
Program coordinator
Linda White
Coordinator phone
(352) 401-1425
Sponsoring institution
University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare

1431 SW 1st Avenue Bitzer Bldg. Suite 7 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 34% 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 Surgery program has 9.1% 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 5 first-year Surgery positions, and 5 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 905 applications and interviewed about 9% of applicants. The typical Surgery program interviews about 9.1%.

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 Surgery programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 253.

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 Bitzer Bldg. Suite 7 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 Darwin Ang. The program coordinator, Linda White, is the usual contact for application questions.

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