Transitional Year Residency
Why Choose Us
Our Transitional Year Residencies offer exceptional educational experiences in the heart of Tampa Bay—where innovation, diversity, and clinical excellence thrive. Residents benefit from comprehensive training across a wide range of specialties, supported by dedicated faculty who prioritize mentorship and professional growth. With access to state-of-the-art facilities, diverse patient populations, and collaborative learning environments, our programs prepare residents for success in any specialty. Beyond the hospital, Tampa Bay’s vibrant community, beautiful beaches, and year-round sunshine create the perfect balance of learning and lifestyle, making it an ideal place to launch your medical career.
Our Programs
Program Highlights

Resident Wellness
We understand the rigors and challenges of a transitional year residency. Promoting physical and mental wellness is crucial not only for helping our residents with their daily training but also for fostering better habits that will benefit their careers. Our program encourages a work-life balance through scheduled wellness days, resiliency training, wellness workshops and mindfulness training. EAP services and a Doc Be Well program are also available to residents. The compassionate care we show to our patients extends to how we support and care for our transitional year residents.
Salary and Benefits
BayCare’s transitional year residents receive a competitive salary and an extensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance. BayCare also covers certain expenses for residents, including licensing fees and professional membership dues. Click the “Learn More” button for more information.


Clinical Research
As the region’s largest academic health system, clinical research is essential to shaping the future of care in West Central Florida. By attracting physicians and clinicians who value discovery and the opportunity to engage in transformative care, we become a magnet for talent and collaboration. For medical residents, this environment provides hands-on access to advanced research, mentorship from leading experts and the opportunity to contribute to studies that impact patient care. Our commitment to cutting-edge research enables patients to gain early access to new technologies, therapies and clinical trials. It also gives residents foundational experience in evidence-based medicine. The end result is a health system that not only delivers care but also advances medicine and prepares the next generation of physicians to do the same.
