Contact us

For any additional questions please contact Devin Aldrich, our program administrator.

Email Devin Aldrich

Phone: (850) 969-4508

How to apply

  • NRMP: 1587999P3
  • ACGME: 9991100010

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About our program

The UCF/HCA Healthcare Transitional Year Program at HCA Florida West Hospital is designed to give residents a well-rounded education in fundamental clinical skills to prepare them for their chosen specialty, research, or medical administration. Residents will learn how to promote preventive healthcare services and advocate for healthcare equality for all community members. The program director and faculty members will guide and mentor residents not accepted into a categorical or advanced residency training program or who have not decided on a specific career path. The clinical training and curriculum for the transitional year residents, for those who have decided and have yet to decide, will provide the knowledge and skills necessary to be successful in their future endeavors.

Curriculum highlights

Our curriculum is designed to complement resident's rotations. Residents will have protected educational time to attend weekly didactic conferences.

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Program details

Salary and benefits information

Salary

Year Salary
PGY-1 $60,792
PGY-2 $62,892
PGY-3 $65,056
PGY-4 $68,259

Get to know the team

Jack Ricketts, MD
Program Director


  • Andrew Hasebroock, MD - Emergency Medicine
  • Ryan Holland, MD, Hospitalist - Family Medicine
  • Xin (Shane) Wei, MD - Internal Medicine

Frequently Asked Questions

The Transitional Year program received initial ACGME accreditation, effective on July 1, 2024.
Yes. An ECFMG certificate must be provided by international medical graduates before the start of the residency program.
J-1 applicants will be considered.
Yes. Equal consideration is given to MD and DO graduates.
Applicants must have passed Step 1 and Step 2 (MD) or COMLEX Level 1 and COMLEX Level 2 (DO) to be considered.
Resident benefits go into effect on July 1st. Please see UCF Trainee Benefits webpage for more specifics.