Orthopaedic SurgeryUniversity Based

University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program

Orthopaedic Surgery residency program in Birmingham, Alabama, sponsored by University of Alabama Hospital.

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About University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program

ACGME code
2600121044
Program director
Michael Johnson
Location
Birmingham, Alabama
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
Applicants
338
Latest cycle
Interview rate
18%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
3%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program is a university Based Orthopaedic Surgery residency program in Birmingham, Alabama, sponsored by University of Alabama Hospital. It offers 6 first-year positions, higher than the typical Orthopaedic Surgery program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 338 applications and invited about 18% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Orthopaedic Surgery interview rate of 16.2%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 3% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Orthopaedic Surgery programs. The program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas.

Residents work about 65 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
6
Interview rate
18%
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
None

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates97%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs3%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women37%
  • Men63%
  • White87%
  • Asian7%
  • Black or African American3%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native3%
  • Other3%

Contact and location

Program director
Michael Johnson
Program coordinator
Felisa Guess
Coordinator phone
(205) 930-6722
Sponsoring institution
University of Alabama Hospital

619 South 19th Street Birmingham, AL 35249 Open in Google Maps

University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program sponsor visas?

University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) 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 University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program IMG-friendly?

About 3% of residents at University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Orthopaedic Surgery program has 0% IMG residents.

How many residency positions does University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program offer?

University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program offers 6 first-year Orthopaedic Surgery positions, and 6 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program?

University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program received 338 applications and interviewed about 18% of applicants. The typical Orthopaedic Surgery program interviews about 16.2%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) 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 University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program located?

University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program is located at 619 South 19th Street Birmingham, AL 35249. Its sponsoring institution is University of Alabama Hospital.

Who is the program director of University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program?

The program director is Michael Johnson. The program coordinator, Felisa Guess, is the usual contact for application questions.