Program Overview
Welcome to the Pediatric Residency Program at the University of Florida. We invite you to learn more about what we have to offer and what makes us unique.
The field of pediatrics continues to change due to the complexity of the children seen, the technologies available for pediatric care and the clinical models that we apply. Our primary focus is to create an educational environment which supports and meets the educational needs of each unique learner and gives each graduate the foundation he or she needs to be successful in his or her individual career path.
We proudly offer unique opportunities for training in pediatrics with the creation of novel residency tracks at UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital. When you select our program, you are choosing to further your career at one of the top-ranked universities in the nation. You are choosing to learn from world-renowned clinicians and scientists at one of the best children’s hospitals in the country. You are making the decision to become a Florida Gator, and the feelings and pride that come with that title, are more than you can ever imagine.
Nationally Ranked in Seven Specialties
UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital again ranks among the nation’s best. We’re honored to be recognized in seven pediatric specialties delivering some of the highest-quality pediatric care in the nation! Click the button below to learn more about the national recognition of our pediatric programs in cardiology and heart surgery (No. 17), diabetes and endocrinology (No. 32), neurology and neurosurgery (No. 33), pulmonology and lung surgery (No. 34), cancer (No. 35), neonatology (No. 49) and behavioral health (ranked in the top 50).
UF ranks No. 4 among public universities in TIME magazine’s America’s Best Colleges 2027
The University of Florida has been ranked No. 4 among public universities in the inaugural TIME magazine “America’s Best Colleges of 2026-2027” ranking, placing UF among the nation’s top institutions for student outcomes, learning environment and attractiveness to students.
Developing the Next Generation of Pediatric Scholars
Our goal is to develop the next generation of pediatric scholars who will distinguish themselves nationally and internationally. We will ensure that you receive outstanding clinical training while allowing you to achieve your academic goals.
Director’s Message
Hear from Dr. Arwa Saidi, Director of the Pediatric Residency Program
Residents & Fellows
Say hello to our residents and subspecialty residents and fellows.
Graduates
Congratulate those who have successfully completed the Pediatric Residency Program.