Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program

• Must hold an MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Must apply through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).
• Must submit USMLE or COMLEX scores.
• International Medical Graduates (IMGs) must have ECFMG certification at the time of application.
• Applicants must meet UC Irvine Graduate Medical Education eligibility requirements.

The Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program at UC Irvine School of Medicine is a five-year ACGME-accredited residency that provides comprehensive training in the diagnosis, surgical treatment, and management of musculoskeletal disorders and injuries. Residents receive extensive clinical and operative experience across all major orthopedic subspecialties, including adult reconstruction, trauma, sports medicine, spine surgery, hand and upper extremity, foot and ankle, pediatric orthopedics, orthopedic oncology, and musculoskeletal medicine. Training takes place at UC Irvine Medical Center, VA Long Beach Healthcare System, Children's Hospital of Orange County (CHOC), and affiliated clinical sites, with a curriculum that includes didactic lectures, simulation training, research opportunities, journal clubs, cadaveric skills laboratories, and multidisciplinary conferences. The program prepares graduates for independent orthopedic practice or advanced fellowship training.

1. Submit the residency application through ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service).
2. Upload all required documents, including:

• ERAS application
• Medical school transcript
• MSPE (Dean's Letter)
• Three letters of recommendation
• USMLE/COMLEX transcripts

1. Applications are reviewed by the residency selection committee.
2. Shortlisted candidates are invited for virtual interviews.
3. Final selection is made through the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) Match.
4. Matched applicants begin the residency program in June/July.