Residency Programs at BayCare Health System

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Why Choose Us

As the leading health care provider in West Central Florida, BayCare is nationally recognized for delivering the highest clinical excellence with extraordinary, compassionate care. But we’re more than accolades and awards. Our team is dedicated to improving the health of the community, leading with innovation and embracing inclusivity. These values are the foundation of BayCare’s commitment to the future of health care. That’s why our Graduate Medical Education (GME) programs are more than training—they’re an investment in tomorrow’s health care leaders. With a wide range of residency and fellowship opportunities, our programs are led by experienced, supportive faculty. The experience gained will help future practitioners become confident, capable and compassionate. Start your journey with BayCare’s GME program.

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Resident applications are accepted through the ERAS application. Click the button below to create an ERAS profile and apply.

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Our Residency Programs

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Emergency Medicine

Family Medicine 

General Surgery 

Internal Medicine

Pediatrics

Pharmacy

Psychiatry 

Transitional Year 

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Our Fellowship Programs

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Addiction Medicine

Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Sports Medicine

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Salary and Benefits

BayCare offers residents a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance. BayCare also covers some expenses for residents, including some board exams and licensing fees. Click below to learn more about salary & benefits for all residents. Please note that some university-sponsored residency programs may have a different salary and benefits package.
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Resident Wellness: Providing Purpose, Balance and Support

BayCare understands that the long hours, emotional intensity and high responsibility of a residency can take a toll on the physical and mental well-being of our residents. By prioritizing a culture of wellness, we’ve built a support system to help our residents achieve a work-life balance while they learn to become compassionate, professional physicians.

Applicant Criteria

Applications will be accepted through the program's choice of application system (ERAS/ResidencyCAS) and we will utilize the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) for ranking and matching with our applicants. Please make sure the following items are included in your electronic application.

  • Graduation within the past 5 years from medical school (exceptional cases will be considered with the approval of the Program Director and DIO)
  • CV
  • Personal statement
  • Medical school transcripts
  • Medical school performance evaluation (MSPE) or Dean’s letter
  • Official USMLE (Step 1, Step 2) or COMLEX (Level 1, Level 2). No more than one failure on each exam and a passing score must be received for all steps prior to the rank order list deadline
  • Three letters of recommendation (or specialty-specific letter for programs who require this)
  • If applicable, ECFMG certificate
  • Initially, BayCare residency programs will not consider applications requiring J1 or H1B visa sponsorship

*Criteria may vary for BayCare fellowship programs.

Additional Resources

Inclusion and Belonging

Learn more about Inclusion and Belonging at BayCare and its crucial role in providing culturally competent care.

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Living in Tampa Bay

Learn about BayCare's home, the five counties that encompass the Tampa Bay region of West Central Florida.

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