Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Orthopaedic Residency Program at the Keck School of Medicine is a fully accredited five-year program designed to provide residents with comprehensive training across all aspects of orthopaedic surgery. The program emphasizes not just surgical skills but also a deep understanding of the underlying pathophysiology affecting musculoskeletal conditions. With a combination of clinical experiences, rigorous didactic education, and research opportunities, residents are well prepared to become leaders in the medical field, serving diverse patient populations in various healthcare settings, from academic medical centers to private practice.
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Highly Competitive
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Program Details
Specialty
Orthopedic Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Keck School of Medicine's Orthopaedic Residency Program accepts applicants from international medical schools through the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG). All applications must be submitted through the National Residency Matching Program (NRMP) and the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).
Categorical Positions
5
Categorical Positions (detail)
The Orthopaedic Residency Program is a five-year training program.
Program Website
Address
1975 Zonal Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90033
Program Director
Juliann Kwak Lee, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The current residents in the Orthopaedic Residency Program include a diverse cohort of individuals committed to comprehensive training in orthopaedic surgery. They rotate through a variety of medical centers, gaining extensive surgical experience across multiple specialties including trauma, sports medicine, and adult reconstruction. There is an ongoing focus on research and academic contributions, setting a robust foundation for future career advancements in the field of orthopaedics.
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
The Core Curriculum runs on a two-year cycle and combines both the pathophysiology and basic science of musculoskeletal disease and its clinical application.
Application
Application Deadline: Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. ET (6:00 a.m. PT). Application requirements include: Completed ERAS application, Medical school transcript, Personal statement, USMLE score if applicable, Dean’s letter, and three narrative letters of recommendation.
# of Locations
five medical centers
Fellowship
The residency program provides opportunities for multiple fellowship pursuits post-graduation, which include but are not limited to: Joseph H. Boyes Hand Fellowship, USC Joint Replacement Fellowship, Orthopaedic Trauma Fellowship, Spine Fellowship, Spine Medicine Fellowship, and Sports Medicine Fellowship. These fellowships are affiliated with various institutions including Children's Hospital Los Angeles and Keck Medical Center.
Resident Life
Overview
The residency program provides comprehensive training in orthopaedic surgery.
On Call Schedule
Residents rotate through five medical centers. As part of the master schedule of rotations, each hospital develops its own internal call schedules; each resident receives at least one 24-hour period each week, in addition to a one-month paid vacation, 3 days of educational leave, and 12 days of sick leave annually.
# of Years of Program
five-year
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Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
PGY1: $70,025.34, PGY2: $71,873.37, PGY3: $75,607.62, PGY4: $81,475.52, PGY5: $87,185.53. In addition, residents receive a stipend for medical license application fees, at least one 24-hour period each week off, a one-month paid vacation, 3 days of educational leave, and 12 days of sick leave annually.
PGY-1 Salary
70025.34
Vacation
Every resident receives a one-month paid vacation, 3 days of educational leave and 12 days of sick leave annually. Additionally, at least one 24-hour period each week is guaranteed.