Orthopaedic Surgery

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About Our Department

Welcome to the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. We strive to provide the highest quality care to patients throughout the region, contribute innovative research and scholarship to the field, and train the next generation of orthopaedic surgeons to do the same. Learn more about our department and programs.

About Us

History

Orthopaedic Surgery Programs

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Orthopaedic surgery residency

Learn from experienced faculty practitioners, gain clinical experience and find out why our residency program has become a sought after destination for prospective orthopaedic surgeons from across the country.

Residency program

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Fellowship programs

Our department is home to two distinct fellowship programs — a one-year Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery Fellowship offered through Children's Mercy Hospital and an innovative Sports Medicine Fellowship. Learn more about these programs and find out how to apply.

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Sports Medicine Fellowship

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Student electives

Our one-month elective program offers exposure to the field of orthopaedic surgery and is designed to prepare senior medical students for full-time residency programs. Explore the program and corresponding scholarship opportunity that's open to students focused on improving health equity and pursuing a career in orthopedic surgery.

Electives

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