Spine Fellowship
Goals and characteristics
The University of Utah Spine Fellowship provides a complete, well-rounded academic experience in spine surgery with emphasis on clinical experience and research. The clinical experience includes all aspects of both nonoperative and operative treatment of cervical, thoracic, and lumbar disorders, including trauma, infection, neoplasm, degenerative conditions and deformities, as well as complex revision/reconstruction patients. The Fellow will also gain experience with the Neurosurgery Service.
Research and teaching are integral parts of this fellowship. The Fellow will participate in ongoing and original clinical and/or basic science research projects. The Fellow will also participate in and lead spine conferences, teaching both orthopaedic residents and medical students.
If you are interested in applying for the Spine Fellowship at the University of Utah, please send curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, a recent photograph, and a statement of your goals and future plans to Dr. Brodke, c/o Elise Collins at the address indicated below.
We will follow NASS guidelines for interviews and acceptance notification.
Duration: 1 year (August 1 to July 31)
Deadline: Per the NASS Spine Fellowship match instructions
Stipend: PGY-6 equivalent, plus benefits
Location: University of Utah Medical Center; University Orthopaedic Center
Spine Fellowship Faculty
Contact Information
University of Utah Orthopaedic Center
590 Wakara Way
Salt Lake City, UT 84108
(801) 587-5485
FAX (801) 587-5411
Email: elise.collins@hsc.utah.edu
