Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Orthopedic Surgery Residency at St. Luke’s University Health Network is a comprehensive five-year program designed to develop competent orthopedic surgeons. Residents gain extensive exposure to all subspecialties and undergo hands-on training, including cadaveric labs and mentorship opportunities with attending physicians. The program emphasizes both clinical and research opportunities, ensuring that residents are well-prepared for both fellowships and clinical practice after graduation.
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Highly Competitive
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Program Details
Specialty
Orthopedic Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Orthopedic Surgery Residency at St. Luke’s University Health Network does not explicitly state its IMG-friendly status. However, the program's details mention an International Medical Program, which could indicate a level of acceptance for international graduates. There are no specific mention of ECFMG certification or visa sponsorship options for IMGs in the provided text.
Categorical Positions
Categorical Positions (detail)
St. Luke’s Orthopedic Surgery Residency is a rigorous, five-year training program that prepares residents to be leaders in the orthopedic community. The specific number of categorical residents per year is not mentioned.
Program Website
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St. Luke's University Health Network, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Program Director
Kristofer Matullo, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The current resident makeup, including percentages from different medical schools and their IMG status, is not specified. Further details would typically be found on the program's resident roster or related profiles.
PGY-1 MD
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The Orthopedic Surgery Residency is primarily concentrated within St. Luke’s University Health Network. Residents rotate through all subspecialties during the five-year program, obtaining adequate exposure to all disciplines of orthopedic surgery. In addition to clinical training, residents participate in hands-on courses and cadaveric labs covering anatomic dissections, methods of internal and external fixation and joint reconstruction.
Application
The application process for the Orthopedic Surgery Residency includes specific deadlines and requirements not detailed in the provided text. However, interested candidates should refer to the program's application page for more information on submission procedures, necessary materials, and deadlines.
# of Locations
Primarily at St. Luke’s University Health Network; 4-month pediatric orthopedic surgery rotation at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
Fellowship
The program prepares residents for various fellowships in orthopedic surgery upon completion. There are opportunities for clinical research, and residents are required to complete at least one publication during the program. The potential to get involved in basic science research is available through a partnership with Lehigh University.
Resident Life
Overview
Our unique mentorship-based program unites the feel of a larger academic program with the personal touch of a community hospital. Our facilities, resources, and teaching techniques are second-to-none and provide a solid orthopedic education for those who train with us.
On Call Schedule
Residents rotate through all subspecialties during the five-year program, obtaining adequate exposure to all disciplines of orthopedic surgery. The residents will be off-site for their 4-month pediatric orthopedic surgery rotation at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, and for any elective time away during their 4th or 5th years.
# of Years of Program
5
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Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
In addition to clinical training, residents participate in hands-on courses and cadaveric labs covering anatomic dissections, methods of internal and external fixation and joint reconstruction. There is ample opportunity for clinical research, with each resident required to complete at least one publication during the five-year program.
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