U.S. Army Orthopedic Surgeon protect the foundation of the Army by treating the foundation of Soldiers' musculoskeletal systems
If you are a professional in the field of Orthopedics and want to combine your specialized skills with a desire to serve your country, a career as an Army Orthopedic Surgeon might be the one for you.
Outstanding Opportunities
From groundbreaking bionic prosthetics to regenerative bone and tissue research, the U.S. Army Medical Department is pioneering work that is changing medicine while improving the success rate of orthopedic surgery. As a U.S. Army Orthopedic Surgeon, you may conduct both surgical and nonsurgical means to treat Soldiers and their family members with injuries and conditions involving the musculoskeletal system. Through your skills in diagnostic care, you will determine the best course of treatment when examining patients with disorders, malformations, disease or injury to their musculoskeletal system. You can utilize state-of-the-art equipment, continued education courses, seminars, and trainings to advance yourself as a medical professional, and conduct research for the development of your field. And, if you choose to serve in the Army Reserve, you can continue your work in your community and serve when called upon.
Whether you choose Active duty or Army Reserve, a career as an Army Orthopedic Surgeon allows you to serve the Army community in critical ways.
Outstanding Benefits
When you join the Army Medical Corps, you'll be making a difference in the lives of our Soldiers and the country at large while gaining access to invaluable opportunities, like supporting humanitarian missions, leadership training and a competitive benefit package.
Benefits may include:
Eligibility Requirements
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