Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The GW Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program offers a comprehensive five-year training path designed for medical graduates aiming to become board-certified orthopaedic specialists. It integrates hands-on experience with an emphasis on clinical research, professionalism, and patient care.
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Program Details
Specialty
Orthopedic Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The GW Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program does not explicitly state whether it is IMG-friendly or not. However, it does provide a pathway for international graduates through the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP), filling four PGY-1 positions each year. It is recommended to check the program's FAQ or contact the Program Director for specific IMG-related questions.
Categorical Positions
20
Categorical Positions (detail)
20 residents total, 4 per year, with 4 PGY-1 positions filled annually through the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP)
Program Website
Address
Ross Hall, 2300 Eye Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20037
Program Director
Dr. Sam Moghtaderi
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Current Residents
Overview
The program currently supports 20 residents, with 4 PGY-1 positions available each year. The total number of residents indicates a diverse training environment for both MD and DO trainees.
PGY-1 MD
4
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
Residents will be trained in basic science and clinical research in orthopaedics alongside expertise in patient care and medical knowledge.
Application
Applications for PGY-1 are filled through the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP). Specific application information can be accessed through the residency's webpage.
# of Locations
The residents will rotate through various clinics and hospitals as part of their training program, although specific locations are not mentioned directly in the provided text.
Fellowship
Details on fellowships or post-residency career paths are not provided directly in the text. Further exploration of the program's website or contacting the program could reveal fellowship opportunities that residents have pursued.
Resident Life
Overview
The GW Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program is a categorical five-year program with 20 residents, four per year. This program will prepare medical school graduates to function as practitioners of orthopaedic surgery at the level of performance expected of a board-certified orthopaedic specialist. This includes the development of not only expertise in patient care and medical knowledge, but also professionalism, interpersonal skills, practice-based learning, understanding of health care systems and how these skills can be applied to patient care. Residents will be trained also in basic science and clinical research in orthopaedics.
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# of Years of Program
5
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Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
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PGY-1 Salary
Vacation