Students interested in a career in orthopaedic surgery will prepare for the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults.
*Match statistics for each specialty are provided the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) Charting Outcomes in the Match, most recently published in August 2024.**Program signals represent the 2025 application season.
Match Statistics
Mean USMLE Step 2 CK: 257
Average number of research experiences: 8.1
Average number of abstracts, presentations and publications: 23.8
Program signals for 2025 Match: 30