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University of South Florida Morsani Program

Surgery residency program in Tampa, Florida, sponsored by University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine.

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About University of South Florida Morsani Program

ACGME code
4401131078
Program director
Adham Saad
Location
Tampa, Florida
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
7
First-year spots
Applicants
1,507
Latest cycle
Interview rate
10.7%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
19%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of South Florida Morsani Program is a university Based Surgery residency program in Tampa, Florida, sponsored by University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine. It offers 7 first-year positions, higher than the typical Surgery program (5).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,507 applications and invited about 10.7% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Surgery programs, which interview about 9.1% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 19% of current residents, compared with a median of 9.1% across Surgery programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 65 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
7
Interview rate
10.7%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates79%
  • US DO graduates2%
  • US IMGs4%
  • Non-US IMGs15%

Demographics

  • Women60%
  • Men40%
  • White57%
  • Asian21%
  • Black or African American6%
  • Hispanic or Latino11%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native2%
  • Other6%

Contact and location

Program director
Adham Saad
Program coordinator
Sloan Floyd
Coordinator phone
(913) 974-0078
Program phone
(813) 844-4005
Sponsoring institution
University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine

5 Tampa General Circle Suite 740 Tampa, FL 33606 Open in Google Maps

University of South Florida Morsani Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of South Florida Morsani Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of South Florida Morsani 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 South Florida Morsani Program IMG-friendly?

About 19% of residents at University of South Florida Morsani Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Surgery program has 9.1% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does University of South Florida Morsani Program offer?

University of South Florida Morsani Program offers 7 first-year Surgery positions, and 7 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of South Florida Morsani Program?

University of South Florida Morsani Program received 1,507 applications and interviewed about 10.7% of applicants. The typical Surgery program interviews about 9.1%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of South Florida Morsani 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 South Florida Morsani 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 South Florida Morsani Program located?

University of South Florida Morsani Program is located at 5 Tampa General Circle Suite 740 Tampa, FL 33606. Its sponsoring institution is University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of South Florida Morsani Program?

The program director is Adham Saad. The program coordinator, Sloan Floyd, is the usual contact for application questions.

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