CONTACT INFORMATION
Brian Forsythe
Chicago, IL
Email:
[email protected]
Phone: 312-432-2380
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Position Title: Clinical Research Fellow
Duration: 1 year
Who: US medical students between M3/M4 interested in Orthopedic Surgery. Only USA students will be considered.
Where: Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush University Medical Center, Division of Sports Medicine, Chicago, IL.
When: Beginning Approx. June 2020
Salary: A monthly stipend is provided
Dr. Brian Forsythe is seeking bright, ambitious medical students who are interested in pursuing a full-time one year clinical research fellowship. Dr. Forsythe works with the renowned Division of Sports Medicine at Rush University, Chicago, IL. This unique position will allow the research fellows to work closely with residents, fellows, and faculty at Rush. Fellows will also have extensive opportunities for publication and presentation of research at national and international conferences. Our team provides the unique opportunity to work for a leader in orthopedic sports medicine, close collaboration with Midwest Orthopaedic at Rush's own biomechanical department, and a fast-paced clinical research lab determined to produce high quality, novel research.
Current Areas of Active Research
- Return to Sport and Return to Play
- Biological Therapies (BMAC, PRP, amniotic products, etc)
- Patient Reported Outcomes
- Database Studies: Health Claims and National Registry Databases
- Procedure-Specific Outcomes and Complications
- Biomechanical Studies pertaining to the shoulder/knee
- Trends in Surgical Management
Specific Prerequisites and Characteristics We Look For:
Strong motivation for a career in orthopaedic surgery, with proven research interest
Strong academic record
Strong work ethic
Organized, detail-oriented, proactive and a self-starter
Strong interest in conducting biomechanical studies, coordinating randomized trials and conducting database research
Desire to become proficient in data analysis and utilize statistical principles
Benefits of the Position:
Expectation to publish 15-25 publications/chapters/abstracts at conclusion of research year
Bolstering of competitiveness for a position in an orthopaedic surgery residency
Collaboration with Sports Medicine Fellows, residents, and other sports attendings
Opportunities to observe surgical procedures
Ample opportunities to attend Orthopaedic Grand Rounds, Sports Conferences, Journal Clubs, and Cadaver Labs
Opportunities to present research at Orthopaedic Conferences
Dr. Forsythe expects all applicants to be able to match into Orthopedic Surgery and will help the candidate during the match process
Interested candidates should send a brief Cover Letter, CV, USMLE step I and/or II scores, and expected starting date to
[email protected] 
