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Immerse yourself in one of today’s most exciting medical specialties with acclaimed training programs spanning basic science, translational research and clinical care.

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Since 1930, we have been pioneers in orthopaedic surgery care, education and research. We are proud to be the home of exceptional educational programs that attract the best and brightest medical students, residents, fellows and faculty, from Michigan, the country, and, the world. Learners of all levels train at the forefront of Orthopaedic Surgery to provide cutting-edge patient care and treatments using the most recent evidence and advanced technologies

EDUCATION & TRAINING PROGRAMS

Residency

Experience all of our subspecialties while rotating through four clinical environments.

Sports Medicine Fellowship

Become a leader in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery

Medical Students

Explore our interest group, opportunities and clerkships in four subspecialty rotations.

PhD & Postdoctoral Fellows

Complete a dissertation while enrolled in a degree program in the U-M Medical School or College of Engineering.

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Craig Campbell moved to his new bed in the D. Dan and Betty Kahn Health Care Pavilion

News Release

University of Michigan Health opens D. Dan and Betty Kahn Health Care Pavilion for patient care

On Sunday, Nov, 23, staff and volunteers moved more than 150 patients into the University of Michigan Health D. Dan and Betty Kahn Health Care Pavilion. This marked the official opening of the new 12-story inpatient hospital on the U-M medical campus.

A drone image of the D. Dan and Betty Kahn Health Care Pavilion

News Release

University of Michigan Health will host public open house for new hospital: the D. Dan and Betty Kahn Health Care Pavilion

University of Michigan Health is hosting a public open house to celebrate its newest hospital, the D. Dan and Betty Kahn Health Care Pavilion, on Wednesday, Nov. 12.

Medical School News

Neubacher Award recipient aims to give everyone access to reach their potential

Oluwaferanmi Okanlami, M.D., is the 2025 recipient of the Neubacher Award, presented annually to a U-M faculty or staff member, student or alumni who has exhibited leadership in support of the disability community.

two boys sitting in two different pictures smiling at camera, on the right with guitar

Health Lab

Two pediatric cancer patients become close friends during treatment

Landen Silveus and Donovan Sheedy met while being treated for osteosarcoma, a type of bone cancer that affects adolescents. They supported each other through chemotherapy and surgery.

kid in wheel chair smiling and then on right is hand reconstructed

Health Lab

Using a toe for a thumb: Lawn mower accident results in 6-year-old's new digit

A lawnmower accident left Dawson Yacks without a thumb and two fingers. Using his second toe, a University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital surgeon was able to make him a new one.

Health Lab

A lifelong bond between a patient and surgeon

Discover how a rare disease brought patient advocate Michaela Davert and University of Michigan Health orthopedic surgeon Michelle Caird together in a 16-year partnership rooted in trust, resilience and advocacy for osteogenesis imperfecta.