Orthopedic Surgery Residency Match Panel 2025

Описание: In this podcast episode, Dr. Ben Wibonele hosts a panel of orthopedic surgery residents who share their personal journeys, insights on becoming competitive applicants, and strategies for navigating the match process. The discussion covers the importance of mentorship, research, personal statements, and interview preparation, as well as the significance of away rotations and creating a rank list. The panelists emphasize the need for resilience, self-trust, and the value of community support throughout the journey to becoming an orthopedic surgeon.

The Panalist:
Antoinette Jasmine Charles, MD, MPH:

Dr. Antoinette Jasmine Charles is a first-generation Haitian-American from West Palm Beach, FL, and an Orthopedic Surgery Resident in the Harvard Combined Orthopedic Residency Program. She earned her B.S. in Neuroscience from Georgia State University, MPH in Health Policy from the UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health, and recently graduated from Duke University School of Medicine. She is passionate about health policy, mentorship, and integrating faith into the practice of medicine.

Connect:
IG: @simplydrant_
Email: [email protected]
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Jalen Warren, DO
Incoming Orthopedic Surgery Resident PGY1| University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center

Jalen Warren is a proud Cleveland native and recent graduate of Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his undergraduate studies at Ohio University and is preparing to begin his orthopedic surgery residency at University Hospitals Cleveland. Jalen is passionate about mentorship, musculoskeletal health, and increasing diversity in medicine. He has been involved with the Nailed It Ortho podcast, where he helps break down complex orthopedic topics and research for students and trainees. Outside of medicine, Jalen enjoys playing basketball, weight lifting, and connecting with others on their journey into orthopedics.

Connect: Email: [email protected] | Instagram: @jalenwarren3
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John-Kevin Dolce, MD

Dr. John-Kevin Dolce is originally from Long Island, New York, and is a first-generation Haitian-American, the son of immigrants from Haiti. This background has played a significant role in shaping his identity, instilling in him a deep sense of humility and an unyielding work ethic. A former athlete and devoted father, Dr. Dolce draws on these life experiences to approach his work with dedication and to treat every patient with compassion. As he enters his orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Virginia, he is committed not only to becoming a highly skilled surgeon but also to leading with empathy, understanding, and a strong sense of service to both his patients and his community.

Connect: Instagram: @jk_dolce | LinkedIn: John-Kevin Dolce