Our ACGME-accredited fellowship offers a comprehensive experience in treating clinical hand and upper extremity conditions, as well as microsurgery.

The Fellow will learn the latest diagnostic and therapeutic techniques for management of:

• Acute trauma
• Congenital deformities
• Nerve injuries
• Post-traumatic reconstruction
• Rheumatoid and other types of arthritis

The Fellowship includes small and large total joint replacement of the upper extremity. Microvascular surgery, including replantation and free-tissue transfer, is also stressed. The Fellow will be under the direct supervision of attending surgeons, but at times will have autonomy in supervising residents and medical students. Applicants must be board eligible or qualified in orthopaedic, plastic or general surgery.
In addition, time is allotted for research and educational meetings. The Fellow is expected to participate in clinical and basic science research projects.

How to Apply

To apply for this fellowship, please click on the Universal Hand Fellowship application and fill out the form. Completed applications, along with three letters of recommendation, should be sent to:

Monique A. Smith
Program Support Coordinator
Department of Orthopaedics
Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
140 Bergen St. ACC D 1610
Newark, NJ 10703
Phone: 973-972-3860
Fax: 973-972-9367
monique.smith1@rutgers.edu