Orthopaedic SurgeryCommunity-based university affiliated

Broward Health Program

Orthopaedic Surgery residency program in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, sponsored by Broward Health.

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About Broward Health Program

ACGME code
2601100219
Program director
Joel Rush
Location
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
4
First-year spots
Applicants
495
Latest cycle
Interview rate
10.3%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

Broward Health Program is a community-based university affiliated Orthopaedic Surgery residency program in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, sponsored by Broward Health. It offers 4 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Orthopaedic Surgery program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 495 applications and invited about 10.3% of applicants to interview. That makes it more selective than most Orthopaedic Surgery programs, which interview about 16.2% of applicants.

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Orthopaedic Surgery program has 0%. The program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas.

Residents work about 70 hours a week in their first year.

Requirements and screening

USMLE Step 1 is pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the score programs screen on. These are the details IMGs most often need before deciding whether to apply.

  • Step 2 CK minimum score
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
4
Interview rate
10.3%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
None

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates12%
  • US DO graduates88%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women18%
  • Men82%
  • White65%
  • Asian6%
  • Hispanic or Latino41%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native6%

Contact and location

Program director
Joel Rush
Program coordinator
Krystal Ramos
Coordinator phone
(954) 848-8152
Sponsoring institution
Broward Health

1600 South Andrews Avenue Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316 Open in Google Maps

Broward Health Program: frequently asked questions

Does Broward Health Program sponsor visas?

Broward Health Program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas. International applicants who need a visa should confirm with the program before applying.

Is Broward Health Program IMG-friendly?

Broward Health Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Orthopaedic Surgery program has 0% IMG residents.

How many residency positions does Broward Health Program offer?

Broward Health Program offers 4 first-year Orthopaedic Surgery positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Broward Health Program?

Broward Health Program received 495 applications and interviewed about 10.3% of applicants. The typical Orthopaedic Surgery program interviews about 16.2%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Broward Health Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Broward Health Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Orthopaedic Surgery programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 258.

Where is Broward Health Program located?

Broward Health Program is located at 1600 South Andrews Avenue Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316. Its sponsoring institution is Broward Health.

Who is the program director of Broward Health Program?

The program director is Joel Rush. The program coordinator, Krystal Ramos, is the usual contact for application questions.