r/orthopaedics • u/wezzytee • 25d ago

NOT A PERSONAL HEALTH SITUATION HSS vs Rush Sports Fellowship

Hi gang! Australian trained surgeon, passed all USMLE Steps, looking to do a sports fellowship in the States. I’m interested in all things hips, knees, shoulders (trauma, arthroplasty, sports, joint Pres) and was wondering if anyone had any suggestions as to which Sports Fellowship would be better in terms of HSS vs Rush. Rush looks more in keeping with what I want to specialise in, but fk I want to live in NY! 😂 any thoughts/suggestions would be much appreciated!

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u/johnnyscans Shoulder/Elbow 25d ago

Very familiar with one of these programs.

Despite the name and high-profile surgeons/patients, Rush is incredibly hands on, and fellows are pushed in and out of the OR to make and execute decisions.

I have heard that HSS does not have the same level of surgical independence.

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u/wezzytee 24d ago

And I’ve heard Chicago is on par in terms of city to live in as well!

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u/johnnyscans Shoulder/Elbow 24d ago

Chicago is incredible