Hand and Upper Limb Surgery Fellowship

Programme overview

What the official source supports

A 12-month upper extremity fellowship at the Western Hand & Upper Limb Facility, open to graduates of orthopaedic or plastic surgery residency. Reported annual volumes on the page are more than 3,000 major and 2,000 minor procedures and 22,000 clinic visits. Fellows complete at least one scholarly project.

Training structure

Published areas of exposure

• Acute and complex upper extremity trauma
• Degenerative, arthritic and post-traumatic conditions of the elbow, wrist, hand and shoulder
• Arthroscopy, arthroplasty, joint instability and reconstruction
• Tendon, nerve and soft tissue reconstruction with foundational microsurgical techniques
• Weekly academic rounds and case conferences; at least one scholarly project

Eligibility

Who should verify their fit

Graduates of orthopaedic surgery, plastic surgery or an equivalent surgical residency; eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta; strong interest in advanced upper extremity surgery and academic engagement

Application

Published application route

Submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae and three letters of reference electronically to the fellowship contact.

Published application documents

• Letter of interest
• Curriculum vitae
• Three letters of reference

This checklist summarises the linked official source. Confirm any updated forms and requirements before submission.

Programme leadership: Dr Michael Lapner · Leadership profile →

Contact note: Sonia Silva, sonia.silva@albertahealthservices.ca (as printed on the cited page)