About the Program
The AdventHealth Sebring Family Medicine Residency is a 24 Resident Program (8-8-8). The program is established within AdventHealth Sebring which serves the Heartland region. The Core faculty and other teaching faculty are experienced family medicine and other specialty clinicians and supervisors cumulatively with hundreds of years of clinical and practice experience. The goal of AdventHealth Sebring’s Family Medicine Residency program is to train family physicians who will be able to provide continuous and comprehensive care across the lifespan to patients and families. We believe that family physicians can handle more than 90 percent of health problems seen in the model family practice center. Our goal is to produce the finest family physicians to meet the personal and population health needs of our South Central Florida Region. At AdventHealth we believe that everyone deserves their own family physician to meet their ongoing healthcare needs.
Residency Faculty

Pamela Knickerbocker, DO
Program Director

Arleen A. Lally, DO
Associate Program Director

Tracey Lee, MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Core Faculty

Donald Geldart, MD
Clinic Medical Director
Core Faculty

D. Andrew Roquiz, MD
Core Faculty

Victoria Selley, DO, MS, FACOEP
Core Faculty

Kimberly Phillips, MD, MS
Core Faculty

Fernando M. Abanilla, MD
Faculty
PGY-1 Residents

Daryl Arguelles, DO
Nova Southeastern College of Osteopathic Medicine

Mauclair Cajuste, MD
Université d'Etat d'Haïti Faculté de Médecine et de Pharmacie

Epiniah Choga, MD
Caribbean Medical University School of Medicine

Shrina Desai, DO
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

Roshan George, DO
University of the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine

Maria Soto, DO
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
PGY-2 Residents

Jennis Singla, MD
University College of Dublin School of Medicine

Grace Ohanaja, MD
American University of Antigua College of Medicine

Burhan Butt, MD
Ross University School of Medicine

Bethany Mueller, DO
Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University

Swati Patel, MD
Ross University School of Medicine

Sheila Hernandez, DO
Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine

Laxmipradha Chandrasekar, MD
Washington University of Health and Sciences

Moshaffayata Jarin Joty, MD
Jahurul Islam Medical College & Hospital
PGY-3 Residents

Francis Kane, MD
Administrative Chief Resident
American University of Antigua College of Medicine

Rocio Silva-Sanchez, MD
Wellness Chief Resident
University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine

Sulekho Egal, MD
Caribbean Medical University School of Medicine

Javier Corea, MD
Universidad Americana (UAM)

Vren Manuel, DO
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

Unnati Patel, MD
St. George's University School of Medicine

Bi Ang Zheng, MD
American University of Antigua College of Medicine
Our Team
Hear From Our Residents
Curriculum
- PGY-1
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PGY-1 Block(s) Family Medicine - Outpatient 1 Family Medicine - Inpatient 3 Pediatrics - Inpatient 1
Ambulatory Pediatrics 1 Obstetrics 1 Surgery 1 Emergency Medicine 1 Pulmonary 1 Radiology / Research 1 Geriatrics 1 Cardiology 1 - PGY-2
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PGY-2 Block(s) Family Medicine - Inpatient 1 Family Medicine - Night Float 1
Pediatrics - Inpatient 1 Obstetrics 1 Emergency Medicine 1 Gynecology 1 Orthopedics/Sports Medicine 2 Psychiatry 1 Elective 1 Dermatology / Surgical Selective 1 Internal Medicine Selective 2 - PGY-3
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PGY-3 Block(s) Family Medicine - Outpatient 1 Family Medicine - Inpatient 2 Geriatrics 1 Critical Care (ICU) 1 Health System Leadership 1 Pediatrics Emergency Medicine 1 Ambulatory Pediatrics 1 Elective 3 Surgical Selective 1 Internal Medicine Selective 1
Compensation/Benefits
- Eligibility
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LCME Graduates:
- Passed USMLE I and II
- Doctor of Medicine diploma without reservations
- Proof of US citizenship or appropriate visa status
Osteo Graduates:
- Passed COMLEX I and II
- Doctor of Osteopathy diploma without reservations
- Proof of US citizenship or appropriate visa status
International Graduates:
- Passed USMLE Step I; USMLE Step 2 II CK and CS (if applicable)
- Doctor of Medicine diploma without reservations, received after 2016
- Proof of US citizenship or appropriate visa status
- Current ECFMG certification (certificate must be provided)
An interview is required at the AdventHealth Sebring to be considered for the match. We will be participating in the ERAS and NRMP match process.
- Benefits
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Salaries (Effective Academic Year 2023-2024):
- PGY 1 - $58,739
- PGY 2 - $60,465
- PGY 3 - $63,772
Paid leave days 20 days annually (includes vacation, holidays, interview days, sick time, etc).
CME/Educational Allowance
- PGY-1 residents receive CME expenses reimbursed up to $500.
- PGY-2 residents receive a 5-day leave to attend conferences and CME expenses reimbursed up to $800.
- PGY-3 residents receive a 5-day leave to attend conferences and CME expenses reimbursed up to $1300.
Medical & Prescription Insurance
- At AdventHealth, we are caring for the whole you. That's why we’re pleased to offer our team members a comprehensive Total Rewards program that includes benefits to support your whole person health. Medical insurance is offered through the AdventHealth Employee Health Plan and includes prescription coverage.
Vision, Dental and Disability Insurance
- Plans available at additional charge.
Life Insurance
- Basic coverage at base salary is provided. Additional coverage available at additional charge.
Professional Fees
- State of Florida Medical Training License, necessary certifications and malpractice are covered by the program.
- Full unrestricted Medical and DEA Licenses are reimbursed at prorated amounts.
- If applicable, we provide reimbursement for USMLE Step 3 or COMLEX Level 3 exams.
- AAFP/FAFP membership dues are paid by the program.
Relocation/Moving Expense
- Up to $1,500 will be reimbursed for applicable expense incurred upon initial entry into the program.
Uniforms
- Two GME lab coats are provided during first year in program and Hospital scrubs provided at each hospital campus.

Application Process
For consideration to our residency program, applications must be submitted through the Electronic Residency Application System (ERAS). The deadline for applications will be December 31st. Applicants who meet eligibility requirements will be granted an interview, which will be held from November through January. Resident appointments are made through the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP). Applicants must register through the NRMP website in addition to applying through ERAS.

Right in the Florida Heartland
AdventHealth Sebring has offered personalized healing and leading-edge treatments right in the Florida Heartland since 1948. Our three hospital locations in Sebring, Lake Placid, and Wauchula actively promote the eight universal aspects of CREATION Life — Choice, Rest, Environment, Activity, Trust, Interpersonal Relationships, Outlook, and Nutrition. That means patients get a choice in their care decisions, including the option for a second opinion. Patients and their visitors can take a moment for quiet reflection and uplift their outlook in our hospital chapels. We also extend our mission throughout Florida's Heartland, partnering with local organizations and missions that help everyone in our community live healthier lives.

Contact Information
Residency Coordinator
Yasmine Cruz