Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program at Wake Forest University School of Medicine is a five-year curriculum designed to provide residents with comprehensive training. It offers clinical experiences encompassing both common and complex orthopedic issues, underscored by a commitment to education, compassionate care, and community service. Residents receive training at a leading Level I trauma center, providing a diverse range of experiences in musculoskeletal care.
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Highly Competitive
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Program Details
Specialty
Orthopedic Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program appears to be IMG-friendly, as it accepts applicants with international medical degrees and emphasizes its commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Categorical Positions
5
Categorical Positions (detail)
The Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program has five positions per year that are fully accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME).
Program Website
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Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Bowman Gray Center for Medical Education, 475 Vine Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Program Director
Ting Wang, MHA
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Current Residents
Overview
The Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program has a total of 5 positions for PGY-1 residents annually, fully accredited by the ACGME. The current cohort includes residents who engage in treating patients at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, with the aim of training competent and independent orthopedic surgeons.
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
The Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program includes instruction in all aspects of adult and pediatric orthopaedic surgery in both inpatient and ambulatory settings, with a diverse educational approach and fellowship-trained faculty in various subspecialty areas. Residents receive robust training in managing routine fractures and complex cases, alongside opportunities for research and leadership development.
Application
The Orthopaedic Surgery Residency at Wake Forest University School of Medicine takes five positions per year. For the application process, applicants are encouraged to refer to the How to Apply section, and to consider important deadlines and interview dates mentioned on the residency website.
# of Locations
Residents will work at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, which is a Level I pediatric and adult trauma center serving patients from multiple states including North Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia, Tennessee, and South Carolina.
Fellowship
The program offers a variety of fellowships including: Athletic Training Fellowship, Hand Fellowship, Orthopaedic PA Fellowship, Sports Medicine Orthopaedic Fellowship, Adult Reconstruction Fellowship, Transitional Orthopaedic Surgery Fellowship, and Trauma Fellowship. Recent graduates have pursued further specialized training in these areas.
Resident Life
Overview
The Orthopaedic Surgery Residency at Wake Forest University School of Medicine is unique because it provides comprehensive clinical experiences ranging from routine fracture management to complex tertiary orthopaedic surgery referrals, and has a strong emphasis on education and mentorship for residents.
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# of Years of Program
The residency program is designed to last five years.
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Alumni
Alumni of the Orthopaedic Surgery Residency have pursued various fellowships and specialize in fields such as Hand Surgery, Sports Medicine, Trauma, and Adult Reconstruction. Geographic distribution of alumni includes institutions in North Carolina, Maryland, Georgia, and California, among others. Notable alumni include Kamran Hamid, MD who specializes in Foot and Ankle, and Holly Pilson, MD who focuses on Trauma, currently serving as the Vice Chair for Social Impact at Wake Forest School of Medicine.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Benefits for residents include educational opportunities, diverse clinical experiences, and support services.
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