University of Florida Program
About This Program
The University of Florida's Interventional Pulmonology Fellowship offers high-volume, hands-on training in advanced procedures, including robotic bronchoscopy and complex airway management. Fellows benefit from multidisciplinary collaboration, diverse patient populations, and strong mentorship. With access to cutting-edge technology, research opportunities, and a supportive academic environment in Gainesville, our program prepares future leaders in interventional pulmonology. -
Program Statistics
Contact Information
Program Director
Hiren J Mehta, MD
University of Florida College of Medicin
Primary Program Contact
Yarelis Sanchez, MD
M452
Locations
1600 Sw Archer Rd
Gainesville, FL 32610-0326
Application Information
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U.S. MD Applicants
IMG Applicants
DO Applicants
Total required letters of recommendation (excludes MSPE and Dean's letter)
Required specialty-specific letters of evaluation within total letters of recommendation
- Specialty-specific standardized letter(s) of evaluation
- Letter(s) from someone within the specialty (e.g., faculty, attending)
Medical School Graduation Timeline
No cap on the number of years.
Gap Experience Requirement
Data not provided by program
Resident / Fellow Characteristics
Three year averages. Medical school type does not include graduates of Canadian schools.
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Program Faculty
Faculty Distribution
Work Environment
NA = Not Applicable
NGO = Negotiable
OTH = Other
Visa Status
This program will consider an appropriately qualified applicant with the following visa or visa status. Contact the program for additional information.
Program Size
Key Dates & Timelines
2026 - 2027
Application Due
Aug 15, 2025
Interview Period Starts
Aug 15, 2025 - Sep 30, 2025
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Data not provided by program
Evaluations
Medical Insurance Coverage
- Dental insurance
- Major medical for residents
- Major medical for dependents
- Outpatient mental health
- Inpatient mental health
- Group life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Disability insurance for HIV
Salary Compensation
PGY-7 through PGY-10
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 15 Vacation Days and 10 Sick Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
For more information, view the program's leave policy on their website.