Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The UC Davis Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program is a comprehensive six-year training experience designed to produce competent orthopaedic surgeons. Each year, five new residents are matched from a large applicant pool, emphasizing the program's selective nature. The residency encompasses varied clinical rotations, including subspecialties such as adult reconstruction, sports medicine, and trauma, alongside a strong focus on research and education. Residents benefit from access to state-of-the-art facilities and a diverse patient population, preparing them for successful careers in orthopaedics.
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Program Details
Specialty
Orthopedic Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The UC Davis Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program does not explicitly state its IMG friendliness; however, it has a section dedicated to 'International graduates,' which suggests that it may consider IMG applicants. The program requires all residents to be eligible for a Postgraduate Training License in California, which may involve recognition of international degrees. Additionally, the program conducts rotations with Shriners Hospital for Children and Kaiser Permanente, which indicates a collaborative and potentially inclusive training environment for IMGs.
Categorical Positions
5
Categorical Positions (detail)
5 new residents each year with a total of 26 residents in the program at any given time. One resident per class matched into a 6-year research track with an additional year of full-time research between PG-2 and PG-3.
Program Website
Address
4860 Y Street, Suite 3800, Sacramento, CA 95817
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Current Residents
Overview
There are 26 residents in the UC Davis Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program at any given time. The program matches 5 new residents each year, creating a diverse and dynamic training cohort. This structure provides ample opportunities for collaboration and learning across different levels of training.
PGY-1 MD
5
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The first year includes rotations in various disciplines like radiology, plastic surgery, emergency medicine, general trauma surgery, surgical intensive care, and multiple orthopaedic specialties. Subsequent years build on this foundation with increasing responsibilities and specializations in different orthopaedic disciplines.
Application
The application process includes applying online, but specific deadlines and materials are not detailed in the text. Residents are selected from an applicant pool of over 600 each year, indicating a competitive application process.
# of Locations
Residents rotate through UC Davis Medical Center, Shriners Hospitals for Children, and Kaiser Permanente Hospital South in South Sacramento.
Fellowship
The program offers a six-year research track, where one resident per class will spend an additional year performing full-time research. This suggests that residents have the opportunity to pursue fellowships or further subspecialization after completing their training. Though specific fellowships aren't listed, the research emphasis indicates pathways available for career advancement post-residency, especially in orthopaedic subspecialties.
Resident Life
Overview
The program includes a 6-year research track for one resident per class, allowing them to spend an additional year on full-time research.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
6 years, including one year dedicated to research.
Housing
No specific information is provided regarding housing options or stipends for residents within the text.
Alumni
Alumni have moved into diverse professional spaces, with some pursuing academic positions, while others practice in various settings; the specific fellowships or roles are not detailed.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Accredited by ACGME; well-rounded clinical and academic experience; access to both basic science and animal laboratories; research opportunities available; strong faculty mentorship.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation
The text does not provide specific details on vacation policies or time off allocations for residents.