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Brian Klatt, MD, FAAOS |
Michael O'Malley, MD, FAAOS |
The Adult Reconstruction fellowship is based within the internationally recognized Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC). The program is designed to provide a comprehensive, well-rounded experience in adult reconstruction through extensive exposure to operative management, outpatient clinical care, and research. Fellows will graduate with the knowledge and technical expertise to diagnose and treat the full spectrum of hip and knee disorders.
The fellowship year is divided into three two-month rotations, with each rotation completed twice.
Rotation 1
- Dr. Michael O'Malley
- Dr. Malcolm Dombrowski
Rotation 2
- Dr. Brian Klatt
- Dr. F. Johannes Plate
Rotation 3
- Dr. Brian Hamlin
- Dr. Edward McClain
- Dr. Alan Wilson
The fellowship faculty provide a comprehensive surgical experience spanning routine primary arthroplasty to complex revision reconstruction. Fellows will gain experience with the direct anterior (both on-table and off-table), anterolateral-based muscle-sparing (ABMS), and posterior approaches to the hip. Training includes both manual and robotic-assisted total knee arthroplasty using the Mako, VELYS™, and CORI® platforms.
The full spectrum of revision arthroplasty will be represented, including management of periprosthetic fractures, aseptic loosening, instability, arthrofibrosis, prosthetic joint infection, and complex reconstruction with megaprostheses. Flexibility is built into the rotation schedule, allowing fellows to participate in additional cases that align with their individual interests and educational goals.
Research is a core component of the fellowship. All faculty are actively engaged in clinical research, including prospective and multicenter studies, and maintain leadership roles in national orthopaedic societies. The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh is home to internationally recognized basic science laboratories, providing fellows with opportunities to participate in translational and basic science research with Dr. Ken Urish.
Fellows are expected to actively participate in scholarly activity and complete a minimum of one research project during the fellowship year. Additional opportunities are available to author book chapters, review articles, and peer-reviewed manuscripts. Orthopaedic residents and medical students are available to assist with and collaborate on research projects.
The educational curriculum includes a weekly Adult Reconstruction Conference attended by faculty and residents, weekly preoperative planning conferences with the attending surgeon, and a monthly journal club. Fellows can expect to participate in approximately 700–800 surgical cases during the fellowship year.
Fellows participate in general orthopaedic call, providing valuable experience in independent decision-making, surgical planning, and operative management. The call schedule averages one week in four, with no holiday call responsibilities. Additional compensated moonlighting opportunities are available through orthopaedic call coverage and shifts in the orthopaedic urgent care clinic.
Consistently ranked among America's most livable cities, Pittsburgh offers the amenities of a major metropolitan area with an exceptional quality of life and a relatively low cost of living. The city has a population of approximately 300,000, with more than 2.3 million residents in the greater metropolitan region. Fellows enjoy access to professional sports, a vibrant arts and cultural scene, outstanding restaurants, and abundant outdoor recreation. All affiliated hospitals and clinics are located within a 30-minute drive of downtown Pittsburgh.
Application Process
Thank you for your interest in the UPMC Orthopaedic Adult Reconstruction Fellowship Program through the University of Pittsburgh. Each year we offer 3 PGY-6 positions through the San Francisco Match. Applicants are required to complete the Central Application Service (CAS) through the San Francisco Match. The application deadline and interview dates are to be determined.
Applicants are required to have the following documents in order to apply to the program:
Applicants must be eligible for Board Certification in Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS)
- Completion of an accredited Orthopaedic Surgery Residency ACGME or RCPSC accredited
- Complete and submit CAS application form (online) through San Francisco Match
- United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) transcripts (Steps 1, 2, and 3) or equivalent score reports
- Letters of reference. (One letter should be from your Residency Training Program Director.)
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (C.V.)
- ECFMG Certificate (applicable to International Graduates)
Contact
Shireka Dickson
UPMC Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
5200 Centre Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
(412) 802-4139