Orthopaedic Surgery
Orthopaedic Fellowship focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and management, both surgical and non-surgical, of musculoskeletal conditions and injuries. Advanced practice providers in this specialty gain expertise assisting in a wide range of orthopaedic procedures including joint replacements, fracture fixation, sports medicine surgeries, and spine surgeries. The program emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach, involving collaboration with physical therapists, rehabilitation specialists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes. APPs develop proficiency in both traditional and minimally invasive surgical techniques, with a focus on restoring function and mobility for patients with orthopaedic conditions.
Locations
William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, UT Southwestern
Program Dates
Start Date: On Hold
Application Period: TBA
Rotations/Blocks
The program features rotations in general orthopaedics, sports medicine, hand & wrist, hip & knee, shoulder, spine, oncology, foot & ankle pediatrics, and orthopaedic trauma.
Specialty Program Director(s)
Lori Tappen, M.P.A.S., PA-C, Orthopaedic Surgery
Steven Skiles, M.P.A.S., PA-C, Orthopaedic Surgery
