Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program at Madigan Army Medical Center emphasizes comprehensive education and mentorship for residents. The program is designed to cultivate skilled orthopaedic surgeons through exposure to all subspecialties and a balanced approach to clinical, surgical, and research experiences. Located in the picturesque Pacific Northwest near Seattle, residents benefit from the resources of a Level II trauma center, engagement in a broad range of surgical cases, and collaborations with renowned hospitals like Harborview Medical Center and Seattle Children's Hospital. The program boasts strong graduate performance in board examinations as well as patient care for a diverse population, providing a unique educational environment for future orthopaedic surgeons.
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Highly Competitive
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Program Details
Specialty
Orthopedic Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Madigan Army Medical Center's Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program welcomes International Medical Graduates (IMGs), as indicated by their practice of providing rotations and educational opportunities to medical students from various backgrounds. They do not specifically mention an IMG acceptance rate or eligibility specifics, but the invitation to rotate suggests openness to IMG applicants. Furthermore, the residency program supports ECFMG certification and aims to provide mentorship and a balanced educational experience.
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Program Website
Address
Madigan Army Medical Center, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA
Program Director
LTC Daniel Kang, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The current resident roster indicates a diverse group of residents participating in the Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program at Madigan Army Medical Center, with residents rotating through various premier facilities to gain extensive practical exposure and mentorship.
PGY-1 MD
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
Our primary job is orthopaedic education of residents, interns, and medical students. We recognize that a strong service ethic and patient centered care is the mainstay of Graduate Medical Education. We have attempted to establish an orthopaedic curriculum that inculcates those qualities and characteristics that we feel are necessary in creating competent and compassionate orthopaedic surgeons.
Application
No specific details available regarding the application process, deadlines, or requirements.
# of Locations
Our primary site rotations at Madigan include several regional facilities that are nationally and internationally acclaimed, such as Harborview Medical Center (Seattle), Seattle Children’s Hospital, and Shriners Hospital for Children in Spokane.
Fellowship
After completing the Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program at Madigan Army Medical Center, graduates often pursue fellowships in various subspecialties like sports medicine, trauma, and pediatric orthopaedics at prestigious institutions. They also have access to significant case volumes and expert mentorship that enhance their opportunities for further specialization in their careers.
Resident Life
Overview
The program is unique in that we provide the benefits of a larger academic program that represents all subspecialties, but with more individualized mentorship and focused learning environment.
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# of Years of Program
Our Orthopaedic Surgery Residency program has consistently scored in the top 10% for all programs, military and civilian, across the country on the in-training exam for over the past decade.
Housing
No mention of housing options or support for residents.
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Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
The program offers mentorship, a balanced experience across all orthopaedic subspecialties, and a high success rate in board certifying exams.
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