Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program

The Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program at UAB Heersink School of Medicine provides comprehensive five-year postgraduate training in the diagnosis, treatment, and surgical management of musculoskeletal conditions and injuries. Residents gain progressive hands-on experience across major orthopaedic subspecialties, including orthopaedic trauma, adult reconstruction, sports medicine, hand and upper extremity, spine, pediatric orthopaedics, foot and ankle, and orthopaedic oncology. Training includes clinical care, operative experience, academic conferences, research, and resident teaching across multiple UAB-affiliated hospitals and clinical facilities. The program prepares residents for independent orthopaedic practice and further subspecialty fellowship training.

1. Prepare the required residency application and supporting documents.
2. Apply exclusively through ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service).
3. Submit USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 scores as part of the application.
4. Submit letters of recommendation; standardized letters are strongly encouraged.
5. Complete and submit the application by the November 1 deadline.
6. Selected applicants are considered for interviews.
7. Residency positions are filled through the NRMP (National Resident Matching Program).