Dr. Abduljabbar Alhammoud Selected for the 2023 SpineLine 20 Under 40 April 25, 2024 Dr. Abduljabbar Alhammoud, a spine surgeon in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, is a winner of the North American Spine Society (NASS) 6th annual SpineLine 20 under 40. Congratulations, Dr. Alhammoud! Read more Image
Congratulations to Den Baseda on Claiming the Flight C Singles Title at the 2024 ITA National Wheelchair Tennis Championships! April 23, 2024 Den Baseda, a Department of Orthopaedic Surgery lab graduate assistant, claims the Flight C singles title at the 2024 ITA National Wheelchair Tennis Championships! Read more Image
University Orthopedic Specialists is now part of our team at Banner – University Medicine Tucson March 28, 2024 Banner – University Medicine Tucson is excited to announce a new addition to our orthopedic care services in Tucson. Read more Image
Congratulations to Our New UArizona Orthopedic Surgery Residents! March 18, 2024 Join us in congratulating and welcoming our new PGY-I's – the four doctors admitted to our surgery residency program on March 15. These outstanding physicians begin their rotations in July. Read more Image
Zong-Ming Li named 2024 Orthopaedic Research Society Fellow March 11, 2024 Zong-Ming Li, PhD, associate director of the University of Arizona Arthritis Center and professor of orthopaedic surgery in the UArizona College of Medicine – Tucson, has been named a Fellow of the Orthopaedic Research Society, one of the group’s highest honors. Read more Image
Congratulations! Dr. Christina L. Boulton, Associate Professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery! March 4, 2024 Dr. Christina Boulton was honored with the College of Medicine Specialty Advisory Award for her exceptional dedication and guidance in assisting fourth-year medical students during the specialty selection and residency application process. Read more Image
Congratulations! Dr. Gregory L. DeSilva is the recipient of the GME Excellence Award! March 4, 2024 Dr. DeSilva's recent recognition with the Award for Excellence in Graduate Medical Education (GME) is a testament to his exceptional efforts in the past year. Read more Image
Residents Attended AO Course Feb. 28, 2024 Residents at the University of Arizona - Tucson Orthopedic Surgery Residency recently completed the AO Trauma Basic Principles of Fracture Management Course, marking a significant milestone in their surgical training. Read more Image
Barbra Solares Named Residency Coordinator of the Year by the American Orthopaedic Association Feb. 22, 2024 Barbra Solares was named residency coordinator of the year by the AOA. Program coordinators serve a vital role in medical education, managing a wide range or program and resident needs. Read more Image
UA Arthritis Center Lecture with Dr. John Elfar and visiting professor Dr. Charles Eaton Jan. 31, 2024 Read more Image