Accepting applications for training that begins in
Yes
Survey Received
Program start dates
June
July
Participates in ERAS®
Yes
Special Features
The focus of our residency is on providing a well-rounded experience for our residents. This includes rotations at level 1 university, county, and VA hospitals that are centrally located. We have weekly didactics that all residents attend as protected time with dedicated research blocks. Outside of work, Loma Linda is conveniently located 60 miles east of Los Angeles and the only North American location of the world's 5 "Blue Zones". Come check out our secret to living longer!
Total Program Size
5
5
5
5
5
Program best described as
University-based
Requires previous GME
No
Offers preliminary positions
No
Participates in the Main Match of the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP)
Yes
Participates in the Advanced or Fellowship Match of the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP)
No
NRMP Match Codes
1024260C0
Interviews conducted last year for first year positions
48
Required letters of recommendation
3
Latest date for applications 2025-2026
Interview period 2025-2026
-
Applicants may interview remotely via video conferencing
Yes
Osteopathic Recognition
No
Step 1 required
Yes
Step 2 required
Yes
Minimum score
240
Level 1 required
No, require USMLE scores for all applicants
Visa Status
J-1 visa sponsorship through ECFMG
H-1B visa
F-1 visa (OPT 1st year)
Part-time Paid Physicians
0
Part-time Paid Non-Physician
0
Avg. hrs/wk on duty during first year (including patient care, all call, night float, research, conferences, etc)
60
Maximum consecutive hours on duty during first year (excluding beeper call)
15
Average number of 24-hour off duty periods per week during first year
1.70
Program allows moonlighting (beyond GY1)
No
Night float system
Yes
Avg hours/week of scheduled structured didactic activities
5
Training at hospital outpatient clinics during 1st year
0
Training during 1st year in ambulatory non-hospital community-based settings, e.g., physician offices, community clinics
25
Resident/Fellow Offerings
Curriculum to develop health systems leadership skills (e.g., QI project leadership, community/organizational advocacy)
Formal program to foster interprofessional teamwork
Debt management/financial counseling
International experience/global health
Resident/fellow retreats
Off-campus electives
Offers additional training or educational experience beyond accredited length
No
Resident/Fellow Evaluations
Patient surveys
Portfolio system
Program Evaluation
Aggregate resident Milestone achievements
Graduates’ board certification pass rates
Policy prohibits hiring smokers/users of nicotine products
No
Major medical insurance for residents
Resident Shares Cost
Major medical insurance for dependents
Resident Shares Cost
Major medical insurance for domestic partners
Resident Shares Cost
Outpatient mental health insurance
Resident Shares Cost
Inpatient mental health insurance
Resident Shares Cost
Group life insurance
Fully Paid by Institution
Dental insurance
Resident Shares Cost
Disability insurance
Fully Paid by Institution
Disability insurance for occupationally-acquired HIV
Fully Paid by Institution
Medical insurance coverage begins
When resident/fellow starts program
Maximum number of paid days for family/medical leave
30
Maximum number of unpaid days for family/medical leave
999
Primary teaching site
Research rotation
Required
Research rotation duration
20
Resident participates during first year
No
Program ID
2600521063
Beeper or Home Call
1
0
48
48
48
Program Director
First Name
Wesley
Last Name
Phipatanakul
Degrees
MD
Address
Loma Linda Univ Sch of Med
Dept of Orthopaedic Surgery Ste 213
11406 Loma Linda Dr
Loma Linda, CA 92354
United States
Phone
Fax
Email Address
Geolocation
POINT (-117.249026 34.046368)
Person to contact for more information about the program
First Name
Chausa
Last Name
Casey
Address
Loma Linda Univ Sch of Med
Dept of Orthopaedic Surgery Ste 214A
11406 Loma Linda Dr
Loma Linda, CA 92354
United States
Phone
Fax
Email Address
Geolocation
POINT (-117.249026 34.046368)
Salary paid by a non-profit institution
Yes
% USMD
98.70
% IMG
0.00
% DO
1.20
% Female
1.20
% Male
98.70
Total Physician
16
Total Non Physician
2
Percentage of full-time paid female physician faculty
12.50
Ratio of full-time equivalent paid faculty to positions
0.60
Call Schedule
| Frequency | Duration | Weeks/Months | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | |||
| Year | 12 | 1 | |
| Year | |||
| Year | |||
| Year |
Graduate year statistics
| Salary | Paid Vacation | Sick Leave | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $70,990 | 30 | 10 |
| Year 2 | $72,508 | 30 | 10 |
| Year 3 | $74,505 | 30 | 10 |
| Year 4 | $76,502 | 30 | 10 |
| Year 5 | $78,520 | 30 | 10 |
Total Positions
25
Level 2 required
No, require USMLE scores for all applicants
Participates in San Francisco match
No
Participates in another matching program
No
Program Offers
Housing stipend
Free parking
On-call meal allowance
iPads, tablets, etc., or technology allowance
Placement assistance upon completion of program into practice, fellowship or academia
Medical education gap
Research or other medical education pursuits (clinical experience not required)
June Start Date
30
July Start Date
1
August Start Date
22
Not applicable
1
Applicants must have passed Step 1 to be considered
Yes
Applicants must have passed Step 2 to be considered
Yes
DO applicants must have passed Level 1 to be considered
No
DO applicants must have passed Level 2 to be considered
No
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Information on the program's leave policies
https://lluh.org/health-professionals/gme/resident-fellow/orthopaedic-surgery-residency/stipends-benefits