
Education
We play an active role in the promotion of musculoskeletal health and the prevention of injuries in the community.
WELCOME MESSAGE

Welcome to the University of Ottawa Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, where we are committed to being a global leader in musculoskeletal education, clinical care, and innovative research. Our comprehensive education programs span the entire medical spectrum, from undergraduate medical students and post-graduate residents to national and international clinic fellows and continuing professional development for practicing clinicians and surgeons. Leveraging state-of-the-art facilities like the uOttawa Skills and Simulation Centre (uOSSC), we offer a learner-centred curriculum that prioritizes Competence by Design (CBD) and evidence-based surgical training. Our mission is to inspire future surgical leaders to provide compassionate, ethical, and high quality patient-centered care while advancing the field through collaborative basic science and clinical research.
Dr. J Pollock, MD Msc FRCSC
Director of Education
Fellowship
The University of Ottawa Division of Orthopedic Surgery offers the most comprehensive fellowship programs in Canada covering all subspecialities.
Residency
The University of Ottawa Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program provides Canadian and International medical graduates with comprehensive training across all subspecialties of Orthopedic Surgery.
Undergraduate Education
The University of Ottawa Orthopaedic Surgery Program provides training to undergraduate medical students at various stages of their training.
Visiting Professors
Over the years, the University of Ottawa Orthopedic Program has welcomed the top thought leaders in the field of orthopedic surgery for all the various specialties.