Pediatric Orthopaedics (ORS)

Specialty Description

Accredited Programs
25
Length of Training
1
Programs Requiring Step 1
41%
Avg PGY-1 Salary
$83,278.33
Avg Hours / Week
55 Hours
Avg Vacation Days
24 Days

Specialty Overview

Pediatric orthopaedics includes the study and prevention of musculoskeletal diseases, disorders, and injuries and their treatment by medical, surgical, and physical methods in children and adolescents.

Pediatric orthopedic surgeons diagnose, treat, and manage children's musculoskeletal problems including the following: limb and spine deformities (such as club foot, scoliosis); gait abnormalities (limping); bone and joint infections; and broken bones.

Data reflects averages reported for the 2024 academic year.