Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Orthopaedic Surgery Residency at McLaren Oakland is a 5-year program accredited by the ACGME and based at a level 2 trauma center in Pontiac, MI. With rotations across a variety of hospitals, the curriculum encompasses a broad spectrum of orthopedic training. The program emphasizes both clinical mastery and academic development, providing residents with opportunities to engage in a wealth of hands-on experience set in a supportive learning environment. Applications to this residency are accepted through the ERAS system, and the program has an inclusive approach for applicants who fulfill the necessary residency requirements.
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Program Details
Specialty
Orthopedic Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The residency program does not explicitly mention acceptance of International Medical Graduates (IMGs) but emphasizes that applications must meet legal residency status and eligibility to work in the U.S. This implies that IMGs may be eligible as long as they meet these legal requirements. Information directly regarding IMG acceptance and current IMG residents is not made available in the provided text.
Categorical Positions
3
Categorical Positions (detail)
The program has a complement increase from two to three residents per year, making three categorical residents accepted per year.
Program Website
Address
50. N Perry Street, Pontiac, MI 48342
Program Director
Shivajee Nallamothu, DO
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Current Residents
Overview
The current residents include 3 PGY-1 DO residents and 3 PGY-1 MD residents, showcasing a diverse team of individuals from various medical schools, including those in their first year of residency training across multiple specialties. In total, there are 18 residents enrolled in the program, reflecting robust training opportunities in orthopedics.
PGY-1 MD
3
PGY-1 DO
3
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
First Year (PGY-1) includes rotations as follows: Gen Ortho - 4 months, Spine - 2 months, GS-Trauma - 1 month, General Surgery - 1 month, Anes - 2 weeks, MSK Rads - 2 weeks, ER - 1 month, IM - 1 month, ICU - 1 month. Additional rotations for second, third, fourth, and fifth years include Ortho House, Hand, Trauma, Peds Ortho, Joints, and various electives.
Application
Applications for Orthopaedic Surgery rotations at McLaren Oakland are accepted through an online pre-application form each year in February for the upcoming academic year. Applicants should submit using the Electronic Resident Application Service (ERAS). Complete applications must include Medical School Transcript, Three Letters of Recommendation, Personal Statement, COMLEX/USMLE Examination Scores, and Curriculum Vitae. Interviews will be held virtually, and applicants will be notified by invitation only.
# of Locations
5 locations including McLaren Oakland, Crittenton Hospital, Detroit Receiving, DMC Children’s Hospital, Huron Valley Hospital, Sinai-Grace, and St. Joseph Mercy Oakland Hospital.
Fellowship
The program includes components that prepare residents for further specialization but does not provide specific details on affiliated fellowships or post-graduation career paths in the text.
Resident Life
Overview
The McLaren Oakland Orthopaedic Surgery Residency program is a 5-year ACGME-accredited program based at a level 2 trauma center in downtown Pontiac, MI.
On Call Schedule
Every Friday morning, a resident clinic is held at McLaren Oakland hospital, providing orthopedic care to those who are under-served in our community. One attending physician staffs the clinic along with the interns, 2nd or 3rd year residents who are in house, as well as a senior resident.
# of Years of Program
5 years
Housing
Not specified in the text; information about housing options or stipends is not provided.
Alumni
Not explicitly mentioned in the text, but the program has graduates in various specialties and facilities across Michigan.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
McLaren Oakland Orthopaedic Surgery Residency offers various benefits including a structured curriculum with rotations, didactic sessions, and various teaching faculty.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation