Match Statistics:
Mean USMLE Step 2 CK score: 256
USMLE Step 2 CK, 25th and 75th percentile: 249, 263
Average number of research experiences: 3
Average number of abstracts, presentations, and publications: 12
Program signals for 2023 match: 30 Blue
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What electives are recommended for students pursuing Ortho
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Why should a student choose Orthopaedic Surgery?
Students should consider this specialty if they:
- like working with their hands in a surgical subspecialty should consider this specialty
- Like taking care of all ages of patients
- Would like to apply mechanics to treatment of human disease.
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Are there things students should be doing in Phase 1 (Med school year 1 and 2) to prepare themselves?Participating students should get on the Canvas course for Ortho Medical Student Engagement and get involved in Ortho Student Interest Group for the most chances to learn and engage.
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What Sub-I's do you recommend for students going into this specialty?
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Is an away rotation recommended?Ortho is a very competitive specialty, and 2-3 away rotations are recommended, schedule permitting.
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How important is research? Does it have to be specialty specific?Research in this specialty is particularly important. Students should get involved as soon as possible. Contact Anne Nguyen to find potential opportunities. Research opportunities that are specialty specific are recommended.
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How many years is residency training Ortho?The length of this residency is five years, then often an additional 1 year of fellowship.
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Are there any specialty-specific recommendations regarding letters of recommendation?We use the eSLOR. This can be found on the AOA (American Orthopedic Association) website found here.
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What are some useful resources for students considering this specialty?
Students can find a plethora of resources by:
- Joining the Ortho Medical Student Engagement Canvas Course
- Joining the Ortho Student Interest Group
- Networking with prior successful Ortho Students
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How does career mentoring at IU School of Medicine work in Ortho?Students interested in pursuing Orthopaedics as a residency can request career mentors using the Career Mentor Request form. Hollyn Mangione (hmangion@iupui.edu) will follow up with them. Career mentoring primarily targets Phase 3 students to assist them through the match process, but earlier involvement opportunities are also available.