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For any additional questions, please contact our program administrator, Maritza Rivera.
Welcome from our program director
Welcome to the HCA Florida Healthcare/Lawnwood Hospital Emergency Medicine Residency Program! It is with great excitement and pride that I introduce you to our new residency training program, where innovation, compassion, and excellence in emergency care form the foundation of everything we do.
Our vision is to train the next generation of emergency physicians to lead with clinical skill, critical thinking, and a deep commitment to serving patients during their most vulnerable moments. Whether it's managing a trauma in the resuscitation bay, coordinating care for a complex medical patient, or providing reassurance to a worried parent — we believe every encounter in the emergency department is an opportunity to make a difference.
As a new program, we are uniquely positioned to shape a modern and dynamic educational experience. Our curriculum is grounded in the Model of Clinical Practice of Emergency Medicine, with a strong emphasis on simulation, bedside teaching, interdisciplinary collaboration, and patient-centered communication. We are also committed to fostering professional growth through individualized mentorship, wellness initiatives, and opportunities in research, advocacy, and medical education.
Our faculty is dedicated to creating a culture of curiosity, inclusivity, and continuous improvement. Here, you won't just be a resident — you'll be a vital member of a team helping to build a program that will shape the future of emergency medicine training.
If you're looking for a place where you will be challenged, supported, and inspired to become the emergency physician you aspire to be — we invite you to learn more about us.
The Treasure Coast location provides a great lifestyle with outdoor activities and beach access, along with wellness and team-building events. HCA Florida Healthcare/Lawnwood Hospital itself offers a range of specialties, including a Level II Trauma Center, Stroke Center, and NICU. We look forward to welcoming you.
Sincerely,
Carmen J. Martinez Martinez, MD MSMEd FACEP FAAEM
About our program
The HCA Florida Healthcare/Lawnwood Hospital Emergency Medicine Residency Program aims to create a dynamic and supportive learning environment for residents with the goal of equipping residents with the necessary skills to excel in emergency medicine and contribute to a culture of patient-centered care within the Emergency Department (ED).
The residents will play a crucial role within interprofessional teams across a variety of clinical settings, specifically within the ED, as this setting relies upon skilled resuscitation teams and effective and clear communication. By fostering a culture of open communication, collaboration, and mutual respect, emergency medicine residents can significantly improve patient care during admissions, transfers, and discharges. The residents will work alongside an interprofessional team of healthcare providers to assess patients quickly and accurately, utilizing shared protocols and communication tools.
Simulated scenarios will allow residents to practice communication skills in high-pressure situations, honing their ability to relay information and assert themselves within the interprofessional team dynamic. Additionally, the residents will participate in interdisciplinary discharge planning meetings, learning to adjust discharge plans to accommodate individual patient needs and circumstances. This will foster communication with social workers, pharmacists, and other team members, as well as emphasize patient autonomy and promote shared responsibility for post-discharge outcomes.
Salary
| Year | Salary |
|---|---|
| PGY1 | $61,048 |
| PGY2 | $63,190 |
| PGY3 | $65,395 |
Core faculty
- Carmen J. Martinez Martinez, MD MSMEd FACEP FAAEM
- Lee T. Winans, MD FACEP
- Lam Tran, DO
Curriculum highlights
HCA Florida Healthcare/Lawnwood Hospital has an exciting and innovative Emergency Medicine curriculum that focuses on providing the residents with an emergency medicine knowledge base and patient-centered care. We continue to grow and change based on the needs of our residents and in order to excel and advance medical education in the future.
We uniquely leverage the talent of our trained faculty and include rotations with our Anesthesiologist, Ultrasound, Critical Care, EMS, Orthopedic, OB/GYN, Trauma, and Simulation trained faculty among others.
EM-1
- EM – 7 blocks
- Anesthesia/ US – 1 block
- Medical ICU – 1 block
- Orthopedic – 1 block
- OB/GYN – 1 block
- Trauma – 1 block
- PEM – 1 block
- EMS – Longitudinal
EM-2
- EM– 8 blocks
- PEM – 1 block
- Pediatric ICU – 1 block
- Medical ICU – 1 block
- Trauma ICU – 1 block
- Ultrasound – 1 block
EM-3
- EM– 9 blocks
- PEM– 1 block
- Elective – 1 block
- Pediatric ICU – 1 block
- Transition to Practice – 1 block