Orthopedic Surgery Resident Life

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Resident Life at UW-Madison

Explore the videos and links on this page to get a feel for life as an orthopedic surgery resident at the University of Wisconsin and in the city of Madison.

2024-25 third-year orthopedic surgery resident Lauren Summers, MD talks about her experience at UW.

2024-2025 second-year orthopedic surgery resident Rachael Tolsma, MD, describes her experience at UW.

Orthopedic surgery resident Rick Behlmer, MD, shared his experience at UW during his third year of residency (2023-24).

Hear from our 2024-25 Intern Class
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Why did you choose UW?

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Favorite things about Madison?

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Life in Madison
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In 2022, Madison was ranked first on Livability.com‘s list of the Best 100 Places to Live in the US for the second year in a row.

Where stunning lakeside views meet vibrant streetscapes. Where a sizable city feels like a small community. Where academic possibilities meet real-world opportunities. Where the guiding principle is public service. Where a university and city blend together, creating an atmosphere unlike anywhere else. Welcome to your future home.

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Learn more about the UW
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University of Wisconsin – Madison

The official website of UW-Madison

UW Athletic Department

The official website of the Wisconsin Badgers. Go Bucky!

UW School of Medicine and Public Health

The homepage for the UW School of Medicine and Public Health. Contains descriptions of the SMPH departments and programs, education information, and alumni news.
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Wisconsin Union

The UW Memorial Union is one of the most beloved and historic destinations on UW-Madison’s campus. Treasured by generations, Memorial Union is a place to come to socialize, relax, study and be nourished. The Memorial Union offers a variety of social and educational activities for UW students, faculty, staff, Wisconsin Union Members, and the Madison community.

Opened on October 5, 1928, the Memorial Union sits on the shores of Lake Mendota between Helen C. White Library and the Armory (Red Gym). This building is most recognized for its classic architecture and bright green, orange and yellow sunburst Terrace chairs.

UW Housestaff Association

Useful links for residents, fellows, and their supporters.

An independent, non-profit organization managed and financed by UW residents and fellows. UWHA represents the interests of House Staff and addresses any issues that directly affect them during residency/fellowship.

We also offer social and educational activities to make the residency/fellowship experience even more enjoyable and worthwhile.

UW Health

The home page for UW Health. Contains a searchable database of UW doctors, clinic listings, and patient information. Also provides an overview of patient services, information for referring physicians, and news and events.

UW Health is the integrated health system of the University of Wisconsin-Madison serving more than 700,000 patients each year in the Upper Midwest and beyond with 1,849 physicians and 21,000 staff at seven hospitals and more than 80 outpatient sites.

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