The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital, Northwell Health, New York, New York invite all interested and qualified individuals to apply for a two-year orthopaedic research fellowship position with Michael A. Mont, M.D. This is a salaried position that will begin on July 1, 2019, and is open to all candidates who will be eligible to apply for the Residency Match for 2021.
This fellowship presents an opportunity to work with national and international leaders in the areas of total joint replacement, to assist with FDA trials of new drugs and devices, to gather and analyze data, to attend and present your work at regional and national conferences, and to prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals. Previous fellows have published multiple PubMed-listed articles and have presented at the annual AAOS meetings during their fellowships. This is an excellent way to improve your CV and increase your chance of matching to an orthopaedic residency.
Previous research fellows, including allopathic, osteopathic, and IMGs, have successfully entered U.S. orthopaedic residency programs (95% success rate). Although the fellowship has an incredibly high success rate, the historic success is due to the drive and commitment of the applicant. We are looking for someone who is willing to work hard and smart for 2-years.
GOALS:
Investigate basic science and clinical aspects of total joint arthroplasty and preservation
Prepare manuscripts and textbook chapters
Participate in research meetings, seminars, journal clubs, symposia, and professional society meetings
PREREQUISITE EDUCATIONAL LEVEL OR CREDENTIALS:
Current or recent medical graduates, residents, physicians, and scientists interested in conducting basic science and clinical research in the field of orthopaedics. Applicants need to make sure any academic program they are currently involved in allows for this 2-year fellowship.
DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM: (may include research projects, conferences, and meetings)
The term of research fellowship will be 2 years. Research fellows will work on research projects, primarily on a self-directed basis, with an emphasis on total joint reconstruction.
Fellows will demonstrate proficiency in the varied aspects of basic and clinical research including study design, IRB compliance, informed consent, data collection, data analysis, statistics, oral presentation, and manuscript preparation.
The fellows will be responsible for a minimum of one study to be completed for presentation at a local, regional, national or international research or professional society meeting and/or submission for publication in a peer-reviewed journal.
LEVEL OF SUPERVISION:
The fellows will work under the direction of Michael A. Mont, M.D.
APPLICATION:
To be considered for an interview, send the following to
[email protected]
CV
Personal Statement and letter of interest
All USMLE Scores
At least 2 Letters of Recommendations
