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Fellowship in Pediatric Orthopaedics and Scoliosis
TSRHC's Fellowship in Pediatric Orthopaedics and Scoliosis is a full clinical fellowship that supports fellows in mastering the skills they need to manage pediatric orthopaedic and scoliosis problems. The program provides in-depth training in reconstructive pediatric orthopaedics, trauma and infections.
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Fellowship Overview
Fellows are frontline members of the patient care team at Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children. In addition, they help manage pediatric fractures and acute orthopaedic conditions at Children’s Medical Center Dallas, one of Texas’ only Level 1 pediatric trauma centers. Orthopaedic Fellows at TSRHC will have the opportunity to:
- Work in an interactive environment that supports learning
- Gain clinical and surgical competence in complex spine, hip and extremity problems
- Care for a wide array of pediatric orthopaedic conditions, including many rare or complex conditions
- Learn from a diversity of opinions
In addition to clinical responsibilities, fellows perform independent clinical research appropriate for scientific meetings and for subsequent publication.
Applicant Criteria
The fellowship is a one-year program that accommodates five orthopaedic fellows. The fellowships begin on August 1 and are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME). Residents in orthopaedic surgery should apply in their post-graduate year 3 or 4. Others who have completed orthopaedic training may also apply. Because acceptance is competitive, applicants are encouraged to apply in the summer or early fall. Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children’s pediatric orthopaedic fellowship will participate in the San Francisco Matching Program (SFMP) beginning with those interested in a position in the 2011 fellowship year (August 1, 2011 through July 31, 2012). If you are interested in applying for a position you will need to register with SFMP on their Web site at www.sfmatch.org. All aspects of the application, interview and selection process are outlined on this website.
If you have questions, please contact Louise Hamilton at (214) 559-7556 or via e-mail at louise.hamilton@tsrh.org.
Other Helpful Links:
Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME)
Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG)
Texas Medical Board
Special Thanks
The fellowships were established to create a legacy of providing exceptional education for young physicians and are made possible by Dorothy and Bryant Edwards, who were Texas ranchers and longtime hospital friends. The John and Ellen McStay International Fellowship Fund also provides funding for the fellowship. For more information, please call Louise Hamilton at (214) 559-7556 or (800) 421-1121, ext. 7556 or e-mail louise.hamilton@tsrh.org.