Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The National Capital Consortium Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program is a six-year advanced program designed for medical graduates pursuing a specialization in orthopaedic surgery. Operated from the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, MD, this residency emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum with a strong foundation in general surgery, followed by specialized orthopaedic training across various subspecialties. Residents are involved in a structured progression through clinical rotations, research projects, and elective opportunities, ensuring a well-rounded education and practical exposure to diverse clinical scenarios in orthopaedics.
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Highly Competitive
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Program Details
Specialty
Orthopedic Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The National Capital Consortium Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program does not explicitly mention acceptance of International Medical Graduates (IMGs) in the text provided. There are no references to the acceptance of ECFMG certification or visa sponsorship, and the current roster details may be required to provide a more accurate response regarding IMG representation.
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Program Website
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Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, 8901 Rockville Pike, Bldg 19 (America), Room 2031, Bethesda, MD 20889
Program Director
Scott B Shawen, MD
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Current Residents
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PGY-1 MD
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
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PGY-1: General surgery internship
PGY-2: Basic orthopaedic techniques while rotating through a variety of subspecialties at Walter Reed, pre- and post-op care, inpatient and outpatient care
PGY-3: Pediatric and pediatric trauma, sports/shoulder, reconstruction trauma, foot/ankle, spine
PGY-4: Research project, along with presentation in an academic forum
PGY-5: Shock trauma, Chief Resident on spine team, hand surgery, general orthopaedics, patient management plus 2-month elective rotation
PGY-6: Chief Resident at Walter Reed
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Resident Life
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5 year program with additional year for research
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# of Years of Program
6
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5 year program with additional year for research
PGY-1 Salary
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