On a Saturday afternoon in the fall, the chant of . . . We are . . . . Penn State! frequently echoes through the mountains of central Pennsylvania, typifying the pride, determination, and commitment of this university and its faithful. Not surprisingly, those same attributes characterize the Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation at Penn State Hershey. A talented and expanding clinical and basic science faculty, along with one of the premier musculoskeletal research laboratories in the country, combine to make this one of the unique orthopaedic learning opportunities in the country.
Although orthopaedic training requires the acquisition of a wide variety of technical skills, we believe that it is equally important to develop in our residents a sense of intellectual curiosity that promotes lifelong learning, a commitment to excellence, moral integrity, and compassion for the patient. These traits are inculcated via close daily interaction with our faculty, as they work together to provide world-class care for patients from throughout all of central Pennsylvania. Regardless of your ultimate career aspirations, we are committed to your growth and development and helping you become the best orthopaedist that you can be. Welcome to Penn State Hershey Orthopaedics!
We appreciate your interest in our program, and welcome the opportunity to share in your personal and professional growth during your orthopaedic residency education.
Sincerely,
Kevin P. Black, M.D.
C. McCollister Evarts Professor
Chair, Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation
