Course Details

Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program

UCSF School of Medicine, San Francisco, USA

MedicalMaster

San Francisco, USA

Duration: 5 Years

Seats: Not disclosed

Fees: Not disclosed

Intake: All months

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Course Overview

Duration: 5 Years
Intake Month: All months
Specialty / Department: Orthopedics
Affiliation: University of California San Francisco (UCSF)
Accommodation: As Per Availability

Eligibility Criteria

Must have graduated from or be in final year of a medical school accredited by

LCME (MD) or

AOA (DO)

Must be eligible for employment and GME training in the USA
U.S. citizen / permanent resident / valid work visa required
Must have completed USMLE Step 1 (mandatory)
Must complete USMLE Step 2 (CK/CS) before joining the program
Strong academic and professional profile including:
Clinical knowledge and patient care skills
Research / publications / academic activities
Leadership, teamwork, and communication skills
Required documents:
Personal statement
Medical school transcript
Dean’s letter (MSPE)
3 letters of recommendation (one non-orthopaedic preferred)
CV
USMLE score reports

Aggregated course

Course Details

Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program

UCSF School of Medicine, San Francisco, USA

MedicalMaster

San Francisco, USA

Duration: 5 Years

Seats: Not disclosed

Fees: Not disclosed

Intake: All months

Login to Send Inquiries Faster

Requires one time login to send unlimited inquiries

Course Overview

Duration: 5 Years
Intake Month: All months
Specialty / Department: Orthopedics
Affiliation: University of California San Francisco (UCSF)
Accommodation: As Per Availability

Eligibility Criteria

Must have graduated from or be in final year of a medical school accredited by

LCME (MD) or

AOA (DO)

Must be eligible for employment and GME training in the USA
U.S. citizen / permanent resident / valid work visa required
Must have completed USMLE Step 1 (mandatory)
Must complete USMLE Step 2 (CK/CS) before joining the program
Strong academic and professional profile including:
Clinical knowledge and patient care skills
Research / publications / academic activities
Leadership, teamwork, and communication skills
Required documents:
Personal statement
Medical school transcript
Dean’s letter (MSPE)
3 letters of recommendation (one non-orthopaedic preferred)
CV
USMLE score reports

Aggregated course

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Minimum Education

MD (Doctor of Medicine)
Doctor of Osteopathy (DO)

Stipend

Residents receive a salary/stipend as per UCSF Graduate Medical Education pay scale, which increases yearly based on PGY level

Scholarship

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About Course

The Orthopaedic Surgery Residency at the UCSF School of Medicine, San Francisco is a rigorous and highly competitive academic training program designed to develop proficient orthopaedic surgeons with strong clinical, surgical, and research capabilities. The program provides comprehensive exposure to a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions through hands-on training at UCSF and its affiliated hospitals, where residents manage both routine and highly complex cases. The curriculum is structured to include rotations across all major orthopaedic subspecialties such as trauma, spine, sports medicine, joint reconstruction, pediatric orthopaedics, oncology, and hand surgery, ensuring well-rounded expertise. Alongside intensive operative experience, residents participate in structured didactic sessions, case discussions, and interdisciplinary learning, while also engaging in research, quality improvement, and scholarly activities. The program emphasizes a collaborative and inclusive environment, encouraging innovation, leadership, and academic excellence, and aims to train surgeons who can make significant contributions to patient care and advance the field at local, national, and global levels.

Admission Process

Apply via ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service)
Submit all required documents online
Application Review
UCSF reviews applications based on academic merit, experience, and overall profile
Interview Selection
Shortlisted candidates are invited for interviews
Evaluation includes communication skills, clinical aptitude, and personality
Interview Process
Conducted by faculty and selection committee
Performance + overall application used for ranking
NRMP Match (Final Selection)
Candidates submit rank list
UCSF submits its rank list
Final selection through National Resident Matching Program (Match)
Final Appointment & Verification
Background checks, credential verification, and attestation required before joining