Early Subspecialization in Orthopedic Surgery Training.

Recent studies have shown that applicants to the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Part II examination are performing fewer procedures outside of their chosen subspecialty. In this study, the authors assessed whether trainees are beginning their subspecialization during residency. The authors reviewed the chosen fellowships and case logs of 231 residents graduating from 5 academic orthopedic residency training programs from 2002 to 2017.