Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program

• Must hold a medical degree (MD or equivalent) from an accredited medical school
• Must submit an application through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS)
• Applicants must participate in the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) Match
• Must meet requirements for residency training in the United States
• International applicants must have appropriate ECFMG certification
• Candidates should demonstrate strong academic performance, clinical skills, professionalism, and interest in orthopaedic surgery

The Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine is an ACGME-accredited 5-year residency program that provides comprehensive training in the evaluation, diagnosis, and surgical management of musculoskeletal conditions. The program offers extensive clinical and operative experience across major orthopaedic subspecialties, including adult reconstruction, trauma, sports medicine, spine surgery, hand surgery, pediatric orthopaedics, foot and ankle surgery, orthopaedic oncology, and musculoskeletal medicine. Residents receive progressive surgical responsibility, structured educational training, research opportunities, and mentorship from experienced faculty. The program emphasizes clinical excellence, surgical skills, patient-centered care, and academic development, preparing graduates for independent orthopaedic practice, fellowship training, and careers in academic medicine.

1. Submit the application through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).
2. Submit all required application materials, including curriculum vitae (CV), personal statement, medical school transcript, MSPE (Dean’s Letter), USMLE scores, and letters of recommendation.
3. Applications are reviewed by the Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Selection Committee.
4. Selected applicants are invited for interviews with the residency program.
5. Applicants are evaluated based on their academic record, clinical experience, research background, letters of recommendation, and interview performance.
6. Candidates submit their rank order list through the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP).
7. Final selection is completed through the NRMP Match process.