AAOS Webinar: Inside Fellowship: Guidance from Orthopaedic Program Directors

[Courtney Matlach]

Hi all-

AAOS is sponsoring an upcoming webinar for residents and asked us to share the information with ARCOS members so you may pass along to your residents:

Webinar: Inside Fellowship: Guidance from Orthopaedic Program Directors

This webinar will take place on Wednesday, November 19th, 2025, at 6:15-7:15 PM CST, and will bring together program directors and national leaders in orthopaedics for a moderated Q&A-style session. The goal is to help residents better understand the fellowship interview process, what makes a successful fellow, and how to make the most of their fellowship year.

Among other topics, the panel will explore:

·                     What makes a fellowship application stand out?

·                     How do you counsel residents towards the best fellowship for them?

·                     How do you define a “good fit” for your program?

·                     What traits characterize a successful fellow?

·                     What elements matter most in your selection process?

·                     How should senior residents prepare to optimize their fellowship experience?

·                     How can residents strengthen their candidacy?

Learning Objectives

By the end of this session, senior orthopaedic residents will be able to:

•    Identify key components of a competitive fellowship application as defined by experienced program directors and national orthopaedic leaders.
•    Describe the characteristics of a successful orthopaedic fellow, including professional, interpersonal, and academic traits valued by fellowship programs.
•    Assess personal goals and career interests in order to determine alignment with different fellowship program types and specialties.
•    Apply strategies for preparing for fellowship interviews, including how to communicate “fit,” readiness, and long-term potential to selection committees.
•    Evaluate the most important selection criteria used by fellowship programs, including letters, research, rotations, and interpersonal dynamics.
•    Formulate a plan to maximize the fellowship year experience, including mentorship, skill development, and preparing for post-fellowship transition.

Co-Directors
Ahmed Emara, MD, Kyle Paul, MD, and Paul Tornetta III, MD, PhD, FAAOS

Faculty
Ned Amendola, MD, Matthew Deren, MD,  Jeremy Gilliland, MD, Amar Ranawat, MD, Michael Taunton, MD

Click here to register!

 

Thanks,

Courtney

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