Transitional YearCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare Program

Transitional Year residency program in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, sponsored by University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare.

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About University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare Program

ACGME code
9991100014
Program director
Robert Obeid
Location
Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Applicants
125
Latest cycle
Interview rate
21.6%
Of applicants invited
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare Program is a community-based university affiliated Transitional Year residency program in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, sponsored by University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare.

In the latest application cycle the program received 125 applications and invited about 21.6% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Transitional Year programs, which interview about 17.6% of applicants.

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 scores of interviewed applicants

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Applications and interviews

Interview rate
21.6%
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Contact and location

Program director
Robert Obeid
Program coordinator
Bernadette Golden
Coordinator phone
(850) 969-4500
Sponsoring institution
University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare

1000 Mar Walt Drive Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547 Open in Google Maps

University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

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

University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare Program received 125 applications and interviewed about 21.6% 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 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 Program's Step 2 CK score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see it. 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 Program located?

University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare Program is located at 1000 Mar Walt Drive Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547. Its sponsoring institution is University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare.

Who is the program director of University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare Program?

The program director is Robert Obeid. The program coordinator, Bernadette Golden, is the usual contact for application questions.