Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Baylor College of Medicine (Temple)
The Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Baylor College of Medicine (Temple) Orthopaedic Surgery residency in Temple, TX is listed by AAMC with ERAS status “Participating” for the 2027 cycle. Use the official program page for curriculum, training sites, eligibility, and current contacts.
About the program
Five-year Baylor Scott & White Temple orthopedic residency accepting four residents a year at a Level I trauma center, with rotations at the medical center, McLane Children's Hospital and the Central Texas VA. PGY-1 is half general surgery and half orthopaedics, PGY-2 to PGY-5 use three-month blocks, and each resident gets four months of dedicated research time for one required project.
Summarized from the program’s official website. Confirm details with the program.
Program highlights
- Weekly conferences include Monday trauma, Tuesday/Wednesday core curriculum based on Orthobullets for the OITE, Thursday grand rounds and Friday anatomy; PGY-2 takes the bulk of primary call at about seven calls a month.
- Benefits include a monthly meal allowance, free parking, up to six weeks of paid medical, parental or caregiver leave, society dues and research presentation funding.
- ERAS applications are due November 15 with at least three letters; only J-1 visas are accepted.
PGY salaries
Published annual salaries or stipends in USD for the academic year shown. Check the notes and official source for included allowances, separate benefits, and effective dates. Institution schedules apply only where the program confirms coverage.
| Level | Academic year | Annual salary (USD) | Applies to | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PGY-1 | 2026-2027 | $72,058.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-2 | 2026-2027 | $74,220.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-3 | 2026-2027 | $76,633.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-4 | 2026-2027 | $79,705.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-5 | 2026-2027 | $83,099.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-6 | 2026-2027 | $86,636.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-7 | 2026-2027 | $90,318.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-8 | 2026-2027 | $94,156.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
Sources and verification
Research last checked October 30, 2026. Missing information is not an estimate.
- Address (verified, 2026-10-30): Stated on the official program pages listed. Source 1 Source 2 Source 3
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- Salaries (verified, 2026-10-30): Stated on the official program pages listed. Source 1
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Program leadership and contact
- Program coordinator
- Cyndi Kruedelbach
- Associate Program Director
- Daniel Lee Stahl, MD
- Address
- Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple, 2401 S. 31st St., Temple, TX 76508
Program and application links
Review the official program page for training sites, curriculum, eligibility, required documents, deadlines, interview policy, visa sponsorship, and current openings.
About Orthopaedic Surgery residency training
Orthopaedic Surgery residency training typically lasts 5 years.
A surgical sub-internship and strong letters from orthopaedic faculty are common parts of an application.
This specialty has historically been among the more competitive in the Match. The NRMP’s Charting Outcomes in the Match reports show current applicant and match statistics by specialty.
General information about the specialty, not a statement about this program. Confirm details with the program.
How to apply to this residency
- Register with ERAS, the application service of the AAMC, and with the NRMP Main Residency Match.
- Apply to this program through ERAS during the application season, with the documents it asks for.
- If you interview here, rank the program on your NRMP rank order list by the deadline; Match results are released in March.
Deadlines, required documents, interview policy and visa sponsorship differ between programs and years. The program’s own website is the authority.
Prepare your application
- The NRMP Residency Match, explained
- Residency interview preparation: a four-week plan and question bank
- Residency interview strategies for USMLE candidates
- How to create a resume or CV for residency
- The Dean's letter (MSPE): what it is and how to get it from your medical school
- After the interview: highlight your strengths and send thank-you letters
- NRMP ranking algorithm & rank-list strategy
- Save money on USMLE and interview travel
- Study books by exam
- International medical graduates: ECFMG and visas
Questions to ask this program
Strong applicants use the interview to learn how a program trains its residents. Questions worth asking:
- How much autonomy do residents have at each training level, and how is supervision handled?
- Where do graduates go next: practice, fellowship or academic positions? Ask for recent examples.
- What are the call and night-float schedules, and how many hours do residents typically work?
- How are residents supported in preparing for board exams, and what is the program’s recent pass rate?
- What research, quality improvement or teaching opportunities are protected with time?
- What benefits, parental leave and wellness support does the program provide?
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Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to the Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Baylor College of Medicine (Temple) Orthopaedic Surgery residency?
This directory lists the program in the NRMP Main Residency Match. Use the program and application links on this page for the current instructions, deadlines and required documents.
How long is the Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Baylor College of Medicine (Temple) Orthopaedic Surgery residency?
The program length recorded for this entry is 5 years. Confirm it with the program.
How many positions does the Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Baylor College of Medicine (Temple) Orthopaedic Surgery residency offer?
The directory records 4 position(s) per year. Positions can change from year to year, so confirm for the cycle you are applying to.
What does the Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Baylor College of Medicine (Temple) Orthopaedic Surgery residency pay?
Published salaries are listed in the PGY salaries table on this page, with the academic year and official source.