Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program at the University of Puerto Rico is a five-year training program accredited by the Accreditation Council on Graduate Medical Education, designed to prepare residents for independent practice in orthopaedic surgery. The training combines clinical education, research opportunities, and community service, fostering the development of highly skilled orthopaedic surgeons.
Specialty Competitive Score:
Highly Competitive
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Program Details
Specialty
Orthopedic Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program at the University of Puerto Rico is currently accredited to accept four residents each year through the match. The program is open to international medical graduates as part of their residency training.
Categorical Positions
4
Categorical Positions (detail)
4 residents each year, total of 20 in the program
Program Website
Address
UPR SOM-MSC, Guillermo Arbona Building, Medical Center, Río Piedras, PR 00936
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Current Residents
Overview
The program accommodates a total of 20 residents, with a stated capacity to accept four new residents each year through the match process.
PGY-1 MD
The total number of PGY-1 MD residents is currently four, reflecting the program's annual intake.
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The residency program lasts five years and accepts four residents each year, totaling 20 residents in the program. It focuses on a variety of clinical scenarios and aims to train candidates who graduate at the top of their medical school class.
Application
The Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program at the University of Puerto Rico is a five-year training program fully accredited by the Accreditation Council on Graduate Medical Education. It is currently accredited to accept four residents each year through the match, with a total of 20 residents in the program.
# of Locations
1
Fellowship
The program does not explicitly mention available fellowships or post-graduation career paths, indicating a potential lack of structured opportunities for subspecialization following residency.
Resident Life
Overview
The Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program at the University of Puerto Rico is fully accredited and aims to prepare orthopaedic surgeons for independent practice while pursuing recognition through research, education, and clinical service.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
5
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Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
PGY-1 Salary
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