Transitional YearCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

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

Transitional Year 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
9991100239
Program director
Alan Hamza
Location
Ocala, Florida
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Applicants
650
Latest cycle
Interview rate
17.5%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
67%
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 Transitional Year residency program in Ocala, Florida, sponsored by University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare.

In the latest application cycle the program received 650 applications and invited about 17.5% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Transitional Year interview rate of 17.6%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 67% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Transitional Year programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 60 hours a week in their first year. The program offers primary care track.

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

Interview rate
17.5%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates25%
  • US DO graduates8%
  • US IMGs42%
  • Non-US IMGs25%

Demographics

  • Women25%
  • Men75%
  • White42%
  • Asian17%
  • Black or African American8%
  • Other17%

Contact and location

Program director
Alan Hamza
Program coordinator
Sharon Gracey
Coordinator phone
(352) 401-1417
Program phone
(352) 401-8323
Sponsoring institution
University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare

1431 SW First 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 67% 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 Transitional Year program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How competitive is University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare (Ocala) Program?

University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare (Ocala) Program received 650 applications and interviewed about 17.5% of applicants. The typical Transitional Year program interviews about 17.6%.

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 Transitional Year programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 255.

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 First 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 Alan Hamza. The program coordinator, Sharon Gracey, is the usual contact for application questions.