Student Education - Penn Medicine

Orthopaedic Surgery Student Education

At Penn Orthopaedics, we strive to:

Teach fundamental knowledge of musculoskeletal medicine to all students
Provide mentorship and support for students pursuing careers in orthopaedic surgery
Create a welcoming and inclusive learning environment

Pre-Clerkship Engagement

We encourage you to join the Leo Leung Orthopaedic Society, which organizes events and opportunities to learn more about the field of Orthopaedics as well as connect with our faculty and residents. You may also contact us if you are interested in exploring the field through shadowing or research.

Ortho 200 Clerkship

This one-week rotation within the General Surgery block provides an overview of the fundamental principles of orthopaedics as well as clinical exposure in at least one subspecialty. Musculoskeletal complaints are among the most common reasons for patients to seek medical attention, so the material covered in this course is critical for any physician to understand, regardless of their future specialty.

Ortho 300 Sub-Internships

Designed for students exploring or pursuing careers in orthopaedic surgery, these month-long electives are offered in every subspecialty. Students will be fully integrated into clinical services in the OR, inpatient, and ambulatory settings, as well as attend resident didactic sessions.

Learn how to apply for the Visiting Student Rotations

Orthopaedic Careers

Mentorship related to the application and match process is available from the Education team (below) and through organized Leo Leung Orthopaedic Society (LLOS) events. We also encourage you to discuss the process with the residents and faculty you encounter through clinical and research experiences.

Medical Educator Track in the Penn Orthopaedics Residency

The Medical Educator Track is designed for PGY3-5 residents with a particular interest in education, potentially as an element of their future careers. The goal is for them to explore, gain experience, and build a portfolio related to medical education. Two rising PGY3 residents will be selected to enter the track each year based on interest. During their three years in the program, the Med Ed residents have protected time to attend meetings and related courses. Residents will gain experience in a broad range of educator skills such as; course design, gathering and utilizing feedback, learner engagement, and assessment measures. They will have the opportunity to present educational concepts/techniques to the other residents, as well as design and execute research quality improvement projects related to medical education. Mentorship and resources for such projects will be provided.