UNC Orthopaedic Research Fellowship 2008-2009

This Orthopaedic Fellowship provides an extensive study of the evaluation and treatment of orthopaedic disorders. The Fellow is an integral part of the orthopaedic service and leaves with an in-depth understanding of the non-operative and operative approaches to fractures and common orthopaedic pathologies, as well as the basic science and biomechanics of joints and long bone injuries. The Fellow is required to become involved in both clinical and basic science research. The Fellow participates in the orthopaedic teaching conferences. The teaching schedule consists of indications conference, journal club and orthopaedic resident lectures.

The UNC Orthopaedic Fellowship is a post-graduate orthopaedic fellowship, twelve months in duration, open to applicants who have completed their orthopaedic residency training. In general, for graduates of USA medical schools or residency programs, we prefer to commence the fellowship by July 1st. However, we have the flexibility to have individuals begin their training either January 1 or July 1, if necessary. For International applicants, all required visa and travel requirements must be processed prior to the start date.

We pay attention to various facets of the applicant’s background, their cultural and intellectual attributes, as well as their present and future interests. The goal of a current or future academic position is not a prerequisite of our fellowship. Furthermore, although prior research experience is desired, it is not a prerequisite of our fellowship either. Through clinical excellence, research, and innovation, we will continue to strive for academic excellence.

The services and faculty members at UNC are as follows:

· Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement

o Paul F. Lachiewicz, MD

o Christopher W. Olcott, MD

· Adult Spine

o Moe R. Lim, MD

o Sameer Mathur, MD

· Foot and Ankle

o Selene G. Parekh, MD, MBA

o Shep Hurwitz, MD 

· Hand and Microsurgery

o Donald K. Bynum, MD

o David Thompson, MD

· Orthopaedic Oncology (Tumors)

o Robert J. Esther, MD

· Pediatric Orthopaedics

o Edmund R. Campion, MD

o Richard C. Henderson, MD, PhD

· Shoulder and Elbow

o R. Alexander Creighton, MD 

· Sports Medicine

o R. Alexander Creighton, MD

o Timothy N. Taft, MD

· Trauma

o Laurence E. Dahners, MD

o Douglas R. Dirschl, MD



Advanced computer skills are taught throughout the year, including data management, slide show presentations, digital photographic editing, video editing and production, and technical animations. As product design and development from the foot and ankle team is ongoing, the fellow will have the opportunity to learn about patents, intellectual property, and corporate interaction.

The goal of the fellowship is to foster insight, understanding and creativity with respect to all facets of treatment of orthopaedic disorders. This is provided through a thoughtful and provocative experience.

Clinical Staff

The physician leaders of the Orthopaedic Fellowship at UNC are members of the North Carolina Orthopaedic Association and the Research Triangle Park Orthopaedic Society.

Doug R. Dirschl, MD
Frank C. Wilson Distinguished Professor and Chair
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
University of North Carolina, School of Medicine


Selene G. Parekh, MD, MBA
Research Program Director
Assistant Professor
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
University of North Carolina, School of Medicine
Adjunct Faculty
Kenan-Flagler Business School
University of North Carolina

Research Staff
Paul S. Weinhold, PhD, Director of Research, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
Research Associate Professor
Biomechanics Laboratory

Location
The University of North Carolina
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
CB #7055, Bioinformatics Building
UNC School of Medicine
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-7055
919.966.9073

Application
To apply for this fellowship, please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it a cover letter, your CV, and 2 letters of recommendation. The deadline for the application is April 1, 2008. The selected applicant will be notified by April 25, 2008.

Last Updated on Tuesday, 13 May 2008 10:02