Orthopaedic Trauma (ORS)
Specialty Description
Accredited Programs
13
Length of Training
1
Programs Requiring Step 1
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Avg PGY-1 Salary
$84,261.45
Avg Hours / Week
58 Hours
Avg Vacation Days
108 Days
Specialty Overview
Orthopaedic trauma includes the in-depth study and treatment of injuries to the musculoskeletal system and their sequelae.
Orthopedic trauma specializes in problems related to the bones, joints, and soft tissues (muscles, tendons, ligaments) of the entire body following trauma.
Data reflects averages reported for the 2025 academic year.
Orthopaedic Trauma (ORS) Training
Graduate year 1 positions are not available immediately upon medical school completion.
Length of Training
1 Years
Minimum Prior Years Required
5 Years
Total Active Residents
16
Eligibility & Application Criteria
Types of Graduates
Average of PY1 Interviews
17.6
Percent of programs requiring Step 1 score for interview
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Percent of programs requiring Level 1 score (for DOs) for interview
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Resident Statistics
Average Number of Residents/Fellows
1.6
Resident Gender
Average hours on duty per week
58 Hours
Average maximum consecutive hours on duty
18 Hours
Average days off duty per week
1.6 Days
Average percent of training in hospital outpatient clinics
18%
Average percent of training in non-hospital ambulatory care community settings
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Average resident/fellow compensation
$84,261.45
Average number of days of vacation
108 Days
Faculty Statistics
Avg Faculty:Resident Ratio
4.10:1
Avg Program Faculty
6.90
Avg Full-time Female Faculty
16%
Faculty Distribution
Graduate Career Plans
In 2025, 15 residents or fellows completed training in Orthopaedic Trauma (ORS). Program directors knew of the plans of 14 (93.3%). Please interpret the following accordingly.
Post Graduate Landing Spots in 2025
Group Practice
2 (40%)
In Same Specialty
5 (100%)
In Same State as Program
1 (20%)
In NHSC or Similar Underserved Area
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Data reflects averages reported for the 2025 academic year.
Data reflects averages reported for the 2025 academic year.