The fellowships, representing 29 percent of applicants and covering all subspecialties, will receive up to $75,000 each, while the residency slots will receive up to $5,000 each.
OMeGA is an independent organization, free from conflicts of interest, founded by the American Orthopaedic Association in November 2008.
An independent board and review committees composed of sub-specialty experts determined the grant recipients and allocations.
Read Zimmer’s release on OMeGA grants for orthopedic training.