Programs/Orthopaedic surgery/University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program
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Orthopaedic surgeryUniversity-basedIMG: CHALLENGING
Little Rock, AR(Little Rock, AR Metropolitan Area Metro)
25
Positions
#76
Specialty Rank
$61,281
PGY1 Salary
0.0%
IMG %
#76
Orthopaedic surgery Ranking
64th Percentile
Top 36% of programs
Program Overview
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 2600421094
- NRMP Code:
- 1018260C0YOG
- Program Type:
- University-based
- Total Positions:
- 25
- Interviews:
- 75
Contact Information
Admission Requirements
- Min Step 2 Score:
- 230
- Years of Graduation Cutoff:
- 1 years
- Visa Sponsorship:
- J1
Training Details
Training Structure
- Avg Hours/Week:
- 80
- Max Hours on Duty:
- 24
- Avg 24hr Off Duty:
- 1
- Lecture/Conference Hours:
- 4/week
- Night Float:
- Yes
- Vacation Days:
- 21
- Sick Days:
- 12
- Faculty Ratio:
- 1.30
Faculty & Teaching Environment
- Total Physicians:
- 32
- Female Faculty:
- 12.5%
- Outpatient Clinic Hours:
- 55%
Special Features & Unique Opportunities
The educational opportunities we provide are unrivaled across the country. Whether working in the only level one trauma center in Arkansas under internationally renowned surgeons, learning cutting edge total joint arthroplasty techniques, understanding the latest in pediatric orthopaedics, or standing on the sidelines of our college and high school teams, the educational experience will set a foundation you will respect and benefit from your entire career.
Program Offers & Benefits
- On-call meal allowance
- iPads, tablets, etc., or technology allowance
Educational Opportunities
- Formal mentoring program
- Curriculum to develop health systems leadership skills (e.g., QI project leadership, community/organizational advocacy)
- Formal program to develop teaching skills
- Debt management/financial counseling
- Resident/fellow retreats
Research Opportunities
Research Rotation
Required
Duration
5 weeks
Salary Progression
$61,281
PGY-1
$63,640
PGY-2
$66,102
PGY-3
$68,720
PGY-4
$72,238
PGY-5
Benefits Package Details
Dental Coverage:Fully Paid by Institution
Disability Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Group Life Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Inpatient Mental Health:Fully Paid by Institution
Outpatient Mental Health:Fully Paid by Institution
Major Medical (Residents):Fully Paid by Institution
Major Medical (Dependents):Available, Not Paid By Institution
Location & Lifestyle
Location Overview
Cost of Living & Housing
- Cost of Living Index
- 103(US avg: 100)
- Median Home Price
- $212K
- Median Monthly Rent
- $0.9K/mo
- Median Household Income
- $36K
- Rent as % of Resident Salary
- 17.8%(FREIDA)
Demographics & Community
- Population
- 25K
- Median Age
- 53 years
- Bachelor's Degree or Higher
- 0.43999999999999995
- Poverty Rate
- 28.0%
- Unemployment Rate
- 7.0%
Climate & Weather
Summer
83°F
Winter
53°F
Sunny Days
220 days
Precipitation
49"
Humidity
78%
Local Cost of Goods & Services
Coffee
$4.27
Restaurant Meal
11.4
Gas (per gallon)
$3.52
Gym Membership
42
Purchasing Power AnalysisEnhanced Data
Cost data updated: 6/12/2025
Application Information
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 2600421094
- NRMP Code:
- 1018260C0YOG
- Total Positions:
- 25
- Interviews:
- 75
- Program Type:
- University-based
Contact Information
- Program Director:
- Corey Oneal Montgomery
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Program Website:
- Visit Website
- More Information:
- More Information
Application Timeline
- Application Period:
- 9/1/2026 - 12/1/2026
- Interview Period:
- 12/1/2026 - 1/16/2027
- Video Interviews:
- Not Available
Application Requirements
- Required Letters:
- 3
- Moonlighting Allowed:
- No
Examination Requirements
USMLE Requirements
- Step 1 Required:
- No
- Step 2 Required:
- No
- Min Step 1 Score:
- 230
- Min Step 2 Score:
- 230
COMLEX Requirements
- COMLEX Level 1:
- No, require USMLE scores for all applicants
- COMLEX Level 2:
- No, require USMLE scores for all applicants
Program Start Dates & Match Information
Start Dates
- Available Start Dates:
- July
- July Start Date:
- July
Match Information
- NRMP Main Match:
- Yes
- NRMP Codes:
- 1018260C0
Institution & Program Size Details
Institution Information
- Institution:
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine
- Primary Teaching Site:
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine
- Contact Person:
- Carey L Smith
- Contact Email:
- [email protected]
Program Size by Year
- First Year Positions:
- 5
- Positions by Year:
- PGY-1:5PGY-2:5PGY-3:5PGY-4:5PGY-5:5
Program Policies & Additional Information
- Smoking Policy:
- Smoking Allowed
- Salary Tax Status:
- No
IMG/DO Friendliness
International Medical Graduates (IMG)
- Min Step 2 Score
- 230
- Years of Graduation Cutoff
- 1 years
- Visa Sponsorship
- J1
- IMG Percentage
- 0.0%
- IMG Classification
- CHALLENGING
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
- DO Percentage
- 0.0%
- DO Classification
- CHALLENGING
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