Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak Program

The Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program at Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak offers a comprehensive five-year training experience that provides exposure to various practice settings. The program consists of 4.5 years at Beaumont Royal Oak and six months at Beaumont Taylor, allowing residents to engage in diverse surgical cases and experiences.

Residents have the opportunity to operate with different attendings at Beaumont Troy and Ambulatory Surgical Center to further enrich their surgical skills. Additionally, participation in private clinics and ambulatory surgical centers provides a diverse experience in practice settings and case variety.

Post-residency fellowship programs offered by Beaumont include options in Spine, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Adult Hip and Knee Reconstruction, and Orthopaedic Adult Shoulder and Elbow Reconstruction Surgery.

Academically, the program emphasizes ongoing evidence-based educational opportunities to enhance competence and support lifelong learning for the healthcare team. Additionally, the department of Orthopaedic Surgery has a strong commitment to research, facilitating involvement in research projects and publications.

Residents partake in a combination of daily morning conferences, weekly specialty conferences, journal clubs, arthroscopy wet lab sessions, and hands-on anatomy week exercises. These activities contribute to a well-rounded educational experience preparing residents for the ABOS examination and future fellowships.

Overall, the program boasts high clinical volume, exposure to complex cases, robust didactics, and a collegial working environment. Program Director, Dr. Drew D. Moore, a former graduate of the program, highlights the camaraderie between residents, attendings, and staff as a distinctive feature that fosters a supportive learning environment.

The application process includes submission through ERAS and requires specific components such as a personal statement, letters of recommendation, and USMLE scores. The program offers six first-year positions through the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP).

For medical students interested in an elective rotation in Orthopaedics, a 4-week hands-on operative experience is available at the Royal Oak campus. Medical students rotate through the Beaumont Orthopedic Institute, attend daily morning didactics, and have a call schedule during their rotation.

In summary, the Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program at Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, provides a robust training opportunity with a focus on clinical experience, academic excellence, and research involvement. If you are looking for a program with high surgical volume, exposure to complex cases, and supportive learning environment, Beaumont Hospital may be a strong fit for your training goals.