Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The residency program at the University of Chicago focuses on developing future surgeon-leaders through a curriculum that emphasizes clinical and surgical expertise, innovative research, and interdisciplinary care. The program promotes diversity and inclusion and is committed to equitable patient care and resident education, emphasizing a strong community connection.
Specialty Competitive Score:
Highly Competitive
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Program Details
Specialty
Orthopedic Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program seems to imply a commitment to diversity and inclusion, which may include IMG applicants, but there is no explicit mention of IMG-specific criteria such as an IMG acceptance rate, eligibility for international graduates, or the number of current IMG residents.
Categorical Positions
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Program Website
Address
5758 S. Maryland Avenue, Dept. 4B, Chicago, IL 60637
Program Director
Tessa Balach, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
PGY-1 MD
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
Residency includes various rotations and call responsibilities, ensuring a comprehensive educational experience in orthopaedic surgery.
Application
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# of Locations
Residents will work at multiple clinic and hospital locations associated with UChicago Medicine.
Fellowship
The program offers fellowships in various specialties including Hand Fellowship, Joints Fellowship, Sports Fellowship, and Tumor Fellowship, but specific details on post-residency career paths are not provided.
Resident Life
Overview
The residency program at The University of Chicago focuses on integrating clinical and surgical expertise, innovative research, and interdisciplinary care to educate the next generation of exceptional surgeon-leaders.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
The typical length of the residency program is five years, emphasizing a strong foundation in orthopaedic surgery.
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Alumni
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Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
PGY-1 Salary
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