Orthopedic Surgery (Clinical Elective)

2 units

This elective will allow for immersion within one of the orthopedic surgery subspecialties. The student will be assigned to a mentor/preceptor and work primarily with a single attending within the available subspecialties including orthopedic oncology, hand surgery, orthopedic trauma, sports medicine, arthroplasty and adult reconstruction, pediatric orthopedics, spine, foot and ankle or shoulder and elbow. The student will have the opportunity to care for patients in the inpatient and outpatient setting, and working within a team to include residents, fellows, and attendings. Emphasis will be on the evaluation and treatment of degenerative and acute orthopaedic conditions. Surgical education on anatomy, surgical approaches and operative rationale will also be central to the rotation. Participation in department and service specific lectures and conferences will be expected. Overnight call responsibilities will allow for further exposure to the management of acute orthopedic problems in the emergency room.