The faculty surgeons are all experienced academic researchers with expertise in clinical epidemiology, medical education, bioethics, basic science and biomedical engineering and are available to supervise a wide range of research projects. Fellows are encouraged to start their own novel research projects and in addition are encouraged to join existing projects that align with their clinical interests. Fellows are expected to present their research at the University of Toronto Division of Orthopaedics Fellows Research Day, and submit their research for publication in peer-reviewed journals. A highly qualified clinical research assistant is dedicated to facilitating new fellow research projects, with the ability to help with study design, obtain ethical board approval and in data analysis.

ACADEMIC MEETINGS

Fellows are encouraged to attend North American and international paediatric orthopaedic meetings, including POSNA and IPOS.  Each fellow is provided with a generous stipend for academic travel expenses in addition to their salary. Fellows are entitled to four weeks paid vacation leave, plus one week of conference leave each year.