University of Louisville Hospital

The University of Louisville School of Medicine’s Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency with the added credential in Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery (PMSR/RRA) is a thirty-six (36) month program, in which the Resident receives training in both basic and advanced types of podiatric medicine and surgical procedures. During your externship, you’ll observe and participate in a variety of experiences, including patient care encounters, surgeries, and academic meetings. You’ll also get to know our program’s leadership, attending faculty, and outstanding residents and fellows.

This is a Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency with the added credential in Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery (PMSR/RRA) approved by CPME. Our Program is within the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Louisville School of Medicine. A vast array of clinical exposures is made available to the residents of the program, which assure diversity and volume of both medical and surgical experiences. The University of Louisville Hospital, which a Level 1 Trauma Center and Teaching Hospital, provides our residents with an abundance of opportunities emphasizing lower extremity foot and ankle trauma. Diabetic and traumatic wound care opportunities are also available at our institution while working as part of the wound care team. Our faculty includes twelve podiatric physicians (both UofL-affiliated and community-based) and twenty allopathic physicians in multiple specialties. Please note: Externship is a mandatory requirement in order to be considered for a residency.