Accepting applications for training that begins in
No
Survey Received
Program start dates
June
Participates in ERAS®
Yes
Special Features
The University of Colorado Orthopedic Residency Program distinguishes itself through its unparalleled combination of high-volume, hands-on clinical experience across a diverse patient population, innovative research opportunities within a top-tier academic medical center, and a collaborative culture that prioritizes resident mentorship, wellness, and professional growth, all set against the backdrop of the Rocky Mountains, offering an exceptional education and quality of life.
Total Program Size
8
8
8
9
4
Program best described as
University-based
Requires previous GME
No
Offers preliminary positions
No
Participates in the Main Match of the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP)
Yes
Participates in the Advanced or Fellowship Match of the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP)
No
NRMP Match Codes
1076260C0
1076260C1
Interviews conducted last year for first year positions
80
Latest date for applications 2026-2027 2025-2026 2026-2027
Interview period 2026-2027
-
Application period 2027-2028 2026-2027 2027-2028
-
Applicants may interview remotely via video conferencing
No
Osteopathic Recognition
No
Step 1 required
No
Step 2 required
No
Visa Status
J-1 visa sponsorship through ECFMG
Part-time Paid Physicians
6
Part-time Paid Non-Physician
0
Avg. hrs/wk on duty during first year (including patient care, all call, night float, research, conferences, etc)
60
Maximum consecutive hours on duty during first year (excluding beeper call)
16
Average number of 24-hour off duty periods per week during first year
1.50
Program allows moonlighting (beyond GY1)
Yes
Night float system
Yes
Avg hours/week of scheduled structured didactic activities
8
Training at hospital outpatient clinics during 1st year
25
Training during 1st year in ambulatory non-hospital community-based settings, e.g., physician offices, community clinics
999
Resident/Fellow Offerings
Curriculum to develop health systems leadership skills (e.g., QI project leadership, community/organizational advocacy)
Formal program to foster interprofessional teamwork
Economics of health care systems curriculum
Debt management/financial counseling
Academic support for USMLE Step 3 preparation
International experience/global health
Resident/fellow retreats
Off-campus electives
Offers additional training or educational experience beyond accredited length
Yes
Special Tracks
Research track/fellowship (non-ACGME accredited)
Resident/Fellow Evaluations
Patient surveys
Portfolio system
Program Evaluation
Aggregate resident Milestone achievements
Graduates’ board certification pass rates
Performance-based assessment scores (e.g. OSCE, patient or computer simulations)
Policy prohibits hiring smokers/users of nicotine products
No
Major medical insurance for residents
Resident Shares Cost
Major medical insurance for dependents
Resident Shares Cost
Major medical insurance for domestic partners
Resident Shares Cost
Outpatient mental health insurance
Resident Shares Cost
Inpatient mental health insurance
Resident Shares Cost
Group life insurance
Fully Paid by Institution
Dental insurance
Resident Shares Cost
Disability insurance
Fully Paid by Institution
Disability insurance for occupationally-acquired HIV
Fully Paid by Institution
Maximum number of paid days for family/medical leave
42
Maximum number of unpaid days for family/medical leave
42
Primary teaching site
Research rotation
Required
Research rotation duration
8
Resident participates during first year
No
Program ID
2600721004
Beeper or Home Call
0
20
0
20
20
Program Director
First Name
Nicholas
Last Name
Alfonso
Degrees
MD
Address
University of Colorado
Ste B202
12631 E 17th Ave
Aurora, CO 80045-2550
United States
Email Address
Geolocation
POINT (-104.84081 39.744033)
Person to contact for more information about the program
First Name
Ashley
Last Name
Escobar
Address
Univ of Colorado Denver Sch of Med
Ste B202
12631 E 17th Ave
Aurora, CO 80045-2550
United States
Phone
Fax
Email Address
Geolocation
POINT (-104.84081 39.744033)
Salary paid by a non-profit institution
Yes
% USMD
90.30
% IMG
3.90
% DO
5.80
% Female
19.40
% Male
80.60
Total Physician
71
Total Non Physician
38
Percentage of full-time paid female physician faculty
23.10
Ratio of full-time equivalent paid faculty to positions
1.80
Call Schedule
| Frequency | Duration | Weeks/Months | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | |||
| Year | 12 | 1 | |
| Year | 12 | 1 | |
| Year | |||
| Year |
Graduate year statistics
| Salary | Paid Vacation | Sick Leave | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $80,373 | 28 | 999 |
| Year 2 | $82,169 | 28 | 999 |
| Year 3 | $84,897 | 28 | 999 |
| Year 4 | $89,892 | 28 | 999 |
| Year 5 | $93,432 | 28 | 999 |
Total Positions
37
Participates in San Francisco match
No
Participates in another matching program
No
Program Offers
Moving allowance
Free parking
On-call meal allowance
iPads, tablets, etc., or technology allowance
Placement assistance upon completion of program into practice, fellowship or academia
PGY1 applicants to this program must have graduated from medical school within the past number of years
2
Medical education gap
Research or other medical education pursuits (clinical experience not required)
June Start Date
23
Not applicable
0
Applicants must have passed Step 1 to be considered
No
Applicants must have passed Step 2 to be considered
No
DO applicants must have passed Level 1 to be considered
No
DO applicants must have passed Level 2 to be considered
No
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Information on the program's leave policies
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First Year Positions
8
Residency CAS
Off
Applicant Interview Format
In person
Required Letters Min
3
Required Letters Max
4
Specialty-specific standardized letter(s) of evaluation
Off
Letter from a department chair
Off
Letter(s) from someone within the specialty (e.g., faculty, attending)
On
Required supplemental information
Off
Military Match
Off
Urology Match
Off
U.S. MD Applicants must have passed Step 1 to be considered
On
U.S. MD Applicants must have passed Step 2 to be considered
On
IMG Applicants Must have Passed Step 1 to be considered
On
IMG Applicants Must have Passed Step 2 to be considered
On
U.S. DO Applicants must have passed COMLEX Level 1 to be considered
On
U.S. DO Applicants must have passed COMLEX Level 2 to be considered
On
U.S. DO Applicants must have passed USMLE Step 1 to be considered
On
U.S. DO Applicants must have passed USMLE Step 2 to be considered
On
Central Application
Off
ERAS_IND
On