University of Central Florida/HCA Florida Healthcare (Pensacola) Program
About This Program
Located in the scenic city of Pensacola on the Gulf Coast, our program offers a perfect blend of professional growth and personal fulfillment. Pensacola is famous for its breathtaking white-sand beaches, rich history, and a lively downtown, making it an ideal setting to nurture both your career and overall well-being. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment that promotes both clinical mastery and personal development.
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Vijaya Ekambaram
University of Central Florida/HCA Florid
Primary Program Contact
Devin Aldrich
UCF/HCA Healthcare Graduate Medical Educ
Locations
6850 Lake Nona Blvd
Orlando, FL 32827-7408
1221 W Lakeview Ave
Pensacola, FL 32501
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- Advanced or Fellowship Match of NRMP
- San Francisco Match
- Military Match
- Urology Match
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
- Letter(s) from someone within the specialty (e.g., faculty, attending)
Medical School Graduation Timeline
Graduation from medical school must have occurred within the past 2 year(s).
Gap Experience Requirement
PGY-1 applicants to this program with a gap of 1 year or more between medical school graduation and entry to residency must have the following experience occur during the gap: Research or other medical education pursuits (clinical experience not required)
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
Sep 24, 2025
Interview Period Starts
Oct 9, 2025 - Jan 30, 2026
2027 - 2028
Application Due
Sep 24, 2026
Interview Period Starts
Oct 8, 2026 - Jan 29, 2027
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Data not provided by program
Evaluations
Medical Insurance Coverage
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- Major medical for residents
- Major medical for dependents
- Outpatient mental health
- Inpatient mental health
- Group life insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Disability insurance for HIV
Salary Compensation
PGY-1 through PGY-4
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 15-20 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.