SurgeryCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville Program

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

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About University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville Program

ACGME code
4401121073
Program director
Ruchir Puri
Location
Jacksonville, Florida
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
5
First-year spots
Applicants
1,493
Latest cycle
Interview rate
7.2%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
37%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville Program is a community-based university affiliated Surgery residency program in Jacksonville, Florida, sponsored by University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville. It offers 5 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,493 applications and invited about 7.2% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Surgery programs, which interview about 9.1% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 37% 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
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
5
Interview rate
7.2%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates31%
  • US DO graduates31%
  • US IMGs28%
  • Non-US IMGs9%

Demographics

  • Women63%
  • Men38%
  • White50%
  • Asian16%
  • Black or African American25%
  • Hispanic or Latino16%
  • Other6%

Contact and location

Program director
Ruchir Puri
Program coordinator
Stacy Matthews
Coordinator phone
(904) 244-3902
Program phone
(210) 415-5020
Sponsoring institution
University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville

Department of Surgery, Box FC12 653 W 8th St, 3rd Floor Faculty Clinic Jacksonville, FL 32209 Open in Google Maps

University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville 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 College of Medicine Jacksonville Program IMG-friendly?

About 37% of residents at University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville 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 Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville Program offer?

University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville Program offers 5 first-year Surgery positions, and 5 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville Program?

University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville Program received 1,493 applications and interviewed about 7.2% of applicants. The typical Surgery program interviews about 9.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville 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 College of Medicine Jacksonville 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 Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville Program located?

University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville Program is located at Department of Surgery, Box FC12 653 W 8th St, 3rd Floor Faculty Clinic Jacksonville, FL 32209. Its sponsoring institution is University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville.

Who is the program director of University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville Program?

The program director is Ruchir Puri. The program coordinator, Stacy Matthews, is the usual contact for application questions.

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