MedStar Health/Georgetown University Hospital Program
Orthopaedic surgery - Washington, DC | ACGME Code: 2601021014 | NRMP Code: 1801260C0
The MedStar Health/Georgetown University Hospital Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program is a comprehensive five-year ACGME-accredited training program that accepts four residents per year. Residents experience a diverse range of rotations at different hospitals affiliated with the program, including exposure to orthopedic trauma, sports medicine, arthroscopy, total joint replacement, foot and ankle surgery, hand surgery, spine surgery, and pediatric orthopedics. The program includes dedicated time for didactic sessions and outpatient experiences to provide a well-rounded educational experience.
The program offers rotations at prestigious institutions like MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and MedStar Washington Hospital Center. Residents will also spend time at Nemours/A.I. duPont Hospital for Children and Children's National Medical Center for exposure to pediatric orthopedics.
Application to the program is through ERAS, with preference signaling options available. Applicants need to submit USMLE scores, medical school transcripts, personal statements, letters of recommendation, and complete their applications by October 12th. The program participates in the National Residency Matching Program and offers only J1 visas for sponsored candidates.
For visiting students, opportunities are available through the Visiting Student Learning Opportunities program, offering electives to 4th-year medical students from U.S. LCME-accredited institutions and osteopathic students. The program also provides a DEI Scholarship for students applying to Orthopaedic Surgery residency.
Overall, the MedStar Health/Georgetown University Hospital Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program offers a robust and varied educational experience with a focus on diverse clinical exposure and educational support for residents.
Web Sources
- Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program | MedStar Georgetown University Hospital | MedStar Health
- Current Residents | Georgetown University Orthopedic Surgery Residency | MedStar Health
- Georgetown University Orthopedic Surgery Residency | Applicant Information | MedStar Health
- Faculty | Georgetown University Orthopedic Surgery Residency | MedStar Health
- Graduates | Georgetown University Orthopedic Surgery Residency | MedStar Health
- Brad Gelfand, MD
Team
PGY1 Positions 4 ( 4, 5, 3, 4, 4 )
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Training
Quality of Life
Location
Washington city, District of Columbia
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