7 states with no orthopedic residents

More than half of medical residents stay to practice medicine in the state where they complete their residencies, according to research from the Association of American Medical Colleges. 

Advertisement

This could leave the seven states that have no orthopedic residents at a disadvantage when it comes to recruitment, especially amid ongoing and predicted provider shortages. 

Here are the seven states that did not have any orthopedic residency matches in 2024, according to data from the National Resident Matching Program: 

1. Alaska 

2. Delaware 

3. Idaho 

4. Maine 

5. Montana 

6. South Dakota 

7. Wyoming

At the Becker's 23rd Annual Spine, Orthopedic and Pain Management-Driven ASC + The Future of Spine Conference, taking place June 11-13 in Chicago, spine surgeons, orthopedic leaders and ASC executives will come together to explore minimally invasive techniques, ASC growth strategies and innovations shaping the future of outpatient spine care. Apply for complimentary registration now.

Advertisement

Next Up in Orthopedic

Advertisement

Comments are closed.