Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program at Thomas Jefferson University offers a comprehensive 5-year training program designed to provide residents with a broad foundation in all subspecialties of orthopaedic surgery. The program emphasizes hands-on learning through a combination of clinical rotations and didactics, ensuring residents develop into skilled surgeons and leaders. The residency caters to those interested in various areas including trauma, joint replacement, pediatrics, and sports medicine, with robust support for individual career aspirations.
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Program Details
Specialty
Orthopedic Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program at Thomas Jefferson University does not expressly mention its IMG-friendliness in terms of accepting International Medical Graduates (IMGs) or providing specific acceptance rates. However, programs typically accept graduates with valid ECFMG certification and may support visa sponsorship. Sections of the site could yield detailed candidate information.
Categorical Positions
6
Categorical Positions (detail)
Not specified; However, program length is 5 years and encompasses PGY-1 to PGY-5.
Program Website
Address
925 Chestnut Street, 5th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Program Director
James J. Purtill, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The current PGY-1 cohort consists of 6 MD residents enrolled in the Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program, all completing diverse rotations across various affiliated hospitals such as Jefferson Health and Bryn Mawr Hospital. There are no DO residents in this program. Information regarding IMGs among PGY-1 residents is currently not specified.
PGY-1 MD
There are 6 current PGY-1 MD residents in the program, all from either U.S. or international medical schools, as confirmed for the current academic year.
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The PGY-1 year is primarily spent at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital (Jefferson Health). It is a transitional year designed to teach the basics of care and evaluation of the surgical patient. Intern year includes three eight-week Orthopaedic Surgery rotations and six four-week rotations, coordinated with the Departments of Surgery, Emergency Medicine, and Nonoperative Orthopaedics. During the 24 weeks on Orthopaedics, 16 weeks are spent at Jefferson Health and eight weeks at Bryn Mawr Hospital. At Jefferson Health, PGY-1s learn how to care for patients on the Ortho Trauma and Spine services. This includes managing floor patients, seeing consults, performing procedures, and scrubbing operative cases. Eight weeks at Bryn Mawr Hospital further expose the PGY-1 to basic fracture care and orthopaedic patient management. PGY-1s spend time evaluating and treating fractures in the emergency room, managing in-patients, and participating in surgeries.
Application
The application process requires applicants to visit the 'Applicant Information' page for specific details regarding submission steps, deadlines, and any necessary materials.
# of Locations
2 (Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and Bryn Mawr Hospital)
Fellowship
The program offers a broad foundation in the subspecialties of orthopaedic surgery, equipping residents for various fellowship opportunities in areas like joint replacement, sports medicine, spine surgery, and pediatric orthopaedics. Graduates often pursue fellowships at prominent affiliated institutions, enhancing their expertise in these specialties.
Resident Life
Overview
Our renowned Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program is designed to provide a broad foundation in the subspecialties of orthopaedic surgery.
On Call Schedule
Orthopaedics (BMH, 8 weeks) - In-house call Friday PM; Orthopaedic Trauma and Spine (Jefferson Health, 16 weeks) – Alternating Weekend Days; General Surgery (Plastics, Vascular, Trauma, SICU) - Schedule provided by Department of Surgery
# of Years of Program
5
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Alumni
Alumni from the Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program often move on to various fellowships and subspecialty trainings, with many working in academic institutions or private practice across the United States.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Resident Salary & Benefits are detailed, including vacation time.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation
PGY-1 residents are allocated two weeks of vacation during Rehabilitation/Nonop Sports Medicine, one week during a General Surgery rotation, and ten days off at the end of June.