Orthopaedic Surgery Education
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Where the Best & Brightest Train

Immerse yourself in one of today’s most exciting medical specialties with acclaimed training programs spanning basic science, translational research and clinical care.
Delivering Exceptional Education Experience

Since 1930, we have been pioneers in orthopaedic surgery care, education and research. We are proud to be the home of exceptional educational programs that attract the best and brightest medical students, residents, fellows and faculty, from Michigan, the country, and, the world. Learners of all levels train at the forefront of Orthopaedic Surgery to provide cutting-edge patient care and treatments using the most recent evidence and advanced technologies
EDUCATION & TRAINING PROGRAMS
Residency

Experience all of our subspecialties while rotating through four clinical environments.

Orthopaedic Fellowship

Become a leader in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Shoulder, and Pediatric Surgery.
Medical Students

Explore our interest group, opportunities and clerkships in four subspecialty rotations.

PhD & Postdoctoral Fellows

Complete a dissertation while enrolled in a degree program in the U-M Medical School or College of Engineering.
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U-M has 14 top 10 medical education programs in latest Doximity Residency Navigator
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$3.2M NIH grant to enable more accurate identification of bone fracture risk
The multi-institution grant will establish a novel approach to identify individuals at increased risk of hip fragility fractures.
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Properly treating, and recovering, from pediatric sports injuries
A kid's orthopaedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist gives parents tips to make sure their children get the care they need when injured and have an effective recovery.