Accepting applications for training that begins in
Yes
Survey Received
Program start dates
July
Participates in ERAS®
Yes
Special Features
To train competent general orthopedic surgeons and to promote excellence in professionalism, self reflection and high moral and ethical standards. As well as, provide exposure to a wide variety of and participation in research activities, promote involvement in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives. Our program is a family-centered program that supports a healthy work-life balance.
Total Program Size
5
5
5
6
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
1094260C0
Interviews conducted last year for first year positions
67
Required letters of recommendation
3
Latest date for applications 2025-2026
Interview period 2025-2026
-
Application period 2026-2027
-
Applicants may interview remotely via video conferencing
Yes
Osteopathic Recognition
No
Step 1 required
Yes
Minimum score
200
Step 2 required
No
Level 1 required
No, require USMLE scores for all applicants
Visa Status
J-1 visa sponsorship through ECFMG
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)
62
Maximum consecutive hours on duty during first year (excluding beeper call)
16
Average number of 24-hour off duty periods per week during first year
1.00
Program allows moonlighting (beyond GY1)
No
Night float system
No
Avg hours/week of scheduled structured didactic activities
6
Training at hospital outpatient clinics during 1st year
20
Training during 1st year in ambulatory non-hospital community-based settings, e.g., physician offices, community clinics
999
Resident/Fellow Offerings
Formal program to foster interprofessional teamwork
Economics of health care systems curriculum
Debt management/financial counseling
Offers additional training or educational experience beyond accredited length
Yes
Special Tracks
Research track/fellowship (non-ACGME accredited)
Resident/Fellow Evaluations
Patient surveys
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
Fully Paid by Institution
Inpatient mental health insurance
Fully Paid by Institution
Group life insurance
Resident Shares Cost
Dental insurance
Resident Shares Cost
Disability insurance
Available, Not Paid By Institution
Disability insurance for occupationally-acquired HIV
Available, Not Paid By Institution
Medical insurance coverage begins
When resident/fellow starts program
Maximum number of paid days for family/medical leave
999
Maximum number of unpaid days for family/medical leave
999
Primary teaching site
Research rotation
Required
Research rotation duration
10
Resident participates during first year
No
Program ID
2600821172
Beeper or Home Call
0
31
42
52
52
Program Director
First Name
Adam
Last Name
Lindsay
Degrees
MD
Address
Univ of Connecticut Health Ctr
MSI 4023
263 Farmington Ave
Farmington, CT 06030
United States
Phone
Email Address
Geolocation
POINT (-72.795601 41.734456)
Person to contact for more information about the program
First Name
Michelle
Last Name
Ambrosio
Degrees
BS
Address
Univ of Connecticut Health Ctr
Dept of Orthopaedics MARB 4th Fl
263 Farmington Ave
Farmington, CT 06030
United States
Phone
Fax
Email Address
Geolocation
POINT (-72.795601 41.734456)
Salary paid by a non-profit institution
Yes
% USMD
93.50
% IMG
3.80
% DO
2.50
% Female
9.00
% Male
90.90
Total Physician
21
Total Non Physician
1
Percentage of full-time paid female physician faculty
23.80
Ratio of full-time equivalent paid faculty to positions
0.80
Call Schedule
| Frequency | Duration | Weeks/Months | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 20 | ||
| Year | 22 | ||
| Year | 11 | 1 | |
| Year | |||
| Year |
Graduate year statistics
| Salary | Paid Vacation | Sick Leave | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $64,441 | 15 | 999 |
| Year 2 | $66,761 | 15 | 999 |
| Year 3 | $70,158 | 15 | 999 |
| Year 4 | $74,028 | 15 | 999 |
| Year 5 | $76,170 | 15 | 999 |
Total Positions
26
Level 2 required
No, require USMLE scores for all applicants
Participates in San Francisco match
No
Participates in another matching program
No
Program Offers
On-site child care
Free parking
On-call meal allowance
iPads, tablets, etc., or technology allowance
Medical education gap
Research or other medical education pursuits (clinical experience not required)
July Start Date
1
Not applicable
1
Applicants must have passed Step 1 to be considered
Yes
Applicants must have passed Step 2 to be considered
No
DO applicants must have passed Level 1 to be considered
Yes
DO applicants must have passed Level 2 to be considered
No
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Information on the program's leave policies
https://health.uconn.edu/graduate-medical-education/cahc/family-and-medical-leaves-of-absence/