College of Medicine

Why choose us

Welcome to the Florida State University College of Medicine Transitional Year Residency Program and BayCare Health System (Winter Haven).

Our mission is to provide a broad-based program of graduate medical education in multiple clinical disciplines designed to facilitate the choice of and preparation for a specialty or in preparation for general medical practice.  We aim to provide a dynamic, professional learning environment grounded in the concepts of life-long learning, teaching, scholarship and high-value, high-quality care.  

Located in the beautiful lake country of central Florida, the Winter Haven area is well-known for its beautiful chains of lakes and close-knit community. The area has numerous biking trails, easy access to lakes for boating, fishing, and water skiing, sports facilities, cultural events, colleges, and universities.  The best of big city amenities is located a short distance away in both Orlando and Tampa without having to fight the daily traffic.  Disney is only 30 miles away and both the Gulf and Atlantic beaches are a short trip away!

About the Program

The Transitional Year Residency Program is sponsored by The Florida State University (FSU) College of Medicine in partnership with BayCare Health System in Winter Haven, Florida.

During training, residents will participate in a broad-based program of graduate medical education in multiple clinical disciplines within the supportive environment and close-knit community of Winter Haven and Winter Haven Hospital. Due to a shortage of physicians in central Florida and Polk County, it is hoped that our TY residents will have had such an exceptional experience here that after completion of their advanced training programs that our graduates would consider returning to the area to practice.

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