Orthopaedic SurgeryUniversity Based

University of Vermont Medical Center Program

Orthopaedic Surgery residency program in Burlington, Vermont, sponsored by University of Vermont Medical Center.

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About University of Vermont Medical Center Program

ACGME code
2605011167
Program director
Chason Ziino
Location
Burlington, Vermont
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
4
First-year spots
Applicants
347
Latest cycle
Interview rate
16.1%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

University of Vermont Medical Center Program is a university Based Orthopaedic Surgery residency program in Burlington, Vermont, sponsored by University of Vermont Medical Center. It offers 4 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Orthopaedic Surgery program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 347 applications and invited about 16.1% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Orthopaedic Surgery interview rate of 16.2%.

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 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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
4
Interview rate
16.1%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
None

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

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

Demographics

  • Men100%
  • White93%
  • Asian7%
  • Hispanic or Latino7%

Contact and location

Program director
Chason Ziino
Program coordinator
Melissa Gara
Coordinator phone
(802) 656-2250
Program phone
(802) 656-3806
Sponsoring institution
University of Vermont Medical Center

Dept of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation 436 Stafford Building Burlington, VT 05405 Open in Google Maps

University of Vermont Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Vermont Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

University of Vermont Medical Center 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 Vermont Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

University of Vermont Medical Center 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 University of Vermont Medical Center Program offer?

University of Vermont Medical Center Program offers 4 first-year Orthopaedic Surgery positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Vermont Medical Center Program?

University of Vermont Medical Center Program received 347 applications and interviewed about 16.1% of applicants. The typical Orthopaedic Surgery program interviews about 16.2%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Vermont Medical Center 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 Vermont Medical Center 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 Vermont Medical Center Program located?

University of Vermont Medical Center Program is located at Dept of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation 436 Stafford Building Burlington, VT 05405. Its sponsoring institution is University of Vermont Medical Center.

Who is the program director of University of Vermont Medical Center Program?

The program director is Chason Ziino. The program coordinator, Melissa Gara, is the usual contact for application questions.