Orthopedic Surgeon - Army Medical Scholarships; Grants; Monthly Stipends

As an Orthopedic Surgeon, you’ll deliver the most advanced medical care to Soldiers in need of musculoskeletal care. You’ll gain surgical experience and pioneer new treatments, from bionic prosthetics to bone and tissue regeneration, while working and learning alongside the U.S. Army Medical Department’s leading personnel.

Get financial support and other incentives to help you navigate the unique and challenging opportunities of medical school and serve on the Army Medical team

Army health care scholarships and other educational programs help you graduate with a secure career in a medical profession, without the burden of a big financial debt. These benefits are offered in exchange for your commitment to serve on the Army Medical team, where you’ll support the well-being of America’s Army, at home and abroad.

The Financial Assistance Program (FAP) provides yearly grants and monthly stipends to applicants.

This program could be for you if you looking to become an Orthopedic Surgeon

FAP provides you with:
An annual grant of up to $45K
A monthly stipend of $2,608

Commitment to serve active duty in the Army after finishing your education

Open to physicians at any point during their residency training, such as, Post
Graduate Year (PGY) II and above. Must be PGY1 complete and successfully
passed all three steps of the USMLE/COMLEX exams on the first attempt. Certain
individuals may be eligible to apply in PGY I. A full
medical license is required for all applicants entering PGY III.

Recruit the future of Army Medicine in order to provide America’s Sons and Daughters with state of the art healthcare and a system of health that is second to none.