Orthopaedic SurgeryCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

University of Hawaii Program

Orthopaedic Surgery residency program in Honolulu, Hawaii, sponsored by University of Hawaii John A Burns School of Medicine.

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About University of Hawaii Program

ACGME code
2601421068
Program director
Lorrin Lee
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
2
First-year spots
Applicants
181
Latest cycle
Interview rate
9.9%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Hawaii Program is a community-based university affiliated Orthopaedic Surgery residency program in Honolulu, Hawaii, sponsored by University of Hawaii John A Burns School of Medicine. It offers 2 first-year positions, lower than the typical Orthopaedic Surgery program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 181 applications and invited about 9.9% 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 sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 80 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research track.

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
2
Interview rate
9.9%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates100%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women18%
  • Men82%
  • White55%
  • Asian55%
  • Hispanic or Latino9%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native9%
  • Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander18%

Contact and location

Program director
Lorrin Lee
Program coordinator
Jamie Castelo
Coordinator phone
(808) 586-8233
Program phone
(808) 586-2920
Sponsoring institution
University of Hawaii John A Burns School of Medicine

School of Medicine Orthopaedic Residency Program 1356 Lusitana Street Suite 619 Honolulu, HI 96813 Open in Google Maps

University of Hawaii Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Hawaii Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Hawaii Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is University of Hawaii Program IMG-friendly?

University of Hawaii Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Orthopaedic Surgery program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does University of Hawaii Program offer?

University of Hawaii Program offers 2 first-year Orthopaedic Surgery positions, and 2 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Hawaii Program?

University of Hawaii Program received 181 applications and interviewed about 9.9% of applicants. The typical Orthopaedic Surgery program interviews about 16.2%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Hawaii 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 Hawaii 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 Hawaii Program located?

University of Hawaii Program is located at School of Medicine Orthopaedic Residency Program 1356 Lusitana Street Suite 619 Honolulu, HI 96813. Its sponsoring institution is University of Hawaii John A Burns School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Hawaii Program?

The program director is Lorrin Lee. The program coordinator, Jamie Castelo, is the usual contact for application questions.