McLaren Residency & Fellowship Programs

Curriculum

The program at MGL shall include training in ambulatory and surgical orthopedics and all other non-operative means of diagnosis and treatment through didactic and clinical experience. Emphasis will be placed on the application of osteopathic philosophy, principles and practice appropriate to the specialty of orthopedics. First year residents will be exposed to multiple medical subspecialties but will have a concentrated area of six-months in general orthopedic surgery rotations. While on the orthopedic surgery rotation, the resident will be assisting and performing orthopedic surgery with the attending physician and will be involved in floor management as well as consultations on the hospital floors. Additionally, a designated resident will be covering Emergency Department consultations as well.

Rotations

The first year orthopedic rotations will be completed in the first six months. This allows for the resident to focus on required rotations and provides better continuity in initial training.

Internal Medicine - 4 weeks
Med. ICU: - 4 weeks
Emergency Medicine - 4 weeks
Anesthesia - 4 weeks
Vascular Surgery - 4 weeks
General Surgery - 4 weeks
MSK Radiology – 4 weeks
General Orthopedics - 24 weeks

Didactics

Our faculty and administration have a strong commitment to residents’ wellbeing. McLaren Greater Lansing Orthopedic Surgery Program follows the comprehensive McLaren Health Care Corporate Wellness Policy. This policy monitors the well-being of residents on a regular basis. Each resident receives wellness education throughout their training, focused on increasing communication skills, burn out, and leadership skills. The Orthopedic Surgery Program offers a wellness curriculum throughout the year comprised of group activities designed to alleviate stress and encourage camaraderie. This curriculum also incorporates suicide and burnout education along with discussions designed for the program to discuss specific issues that cause stress and anxiety, and ways to deal with these issues.

Adult Reconstruction Conference

Adult Reconstruction Conferences are held the third Thursday, bi-monthly (Feb., April, June, Aug., Oct., Dec.) from 6:45 am – 7:15 am at McLaren Orthopedic Hospital.

Foot and Ankle Conference

Foot and Ankle Conference is held the third Thursday, bi-monthly (Jan., March, May, July, Sept., and Nov.) from 6:45 am – 7:45 am at McLaren Orthopedic Hospital.

Fracture Conference-McLaren Orthopedic Hospital

Fracture Conference is held each Monday from 7:00 am -- 8:00 am in the Orthopedic Residents Conference Room. With the exception of the first and fourth Monday of every month, Fracture Conference is held at Sparrow Hospital from 6:45 am -- 8:00 am in the 6-West Conference Room. Fracture cases from the past week and weekend are presented.

Fracture Conference-Sparrow Hospital

Fracture Conference is held the first and fourth Monday of every month at Sparrow Hospital from 6:45 am -- 8:00 am in the 6-West Conference Room. Fracture cases from the past week and weekend are presented.

Hand Conference

Hand Conference is held the first Wednesday, bi-monthly (Jan., March., May, July, Sept., Nov.) from 6:45 am – 7:30 am at McLaren Orthopedic Hospital.

Research Conference

Research Conference is held the fourth Thursday, bi-monthly from 8:00 am – 9:00 am at McLaren Orthopedic Hospital.

Spine Conference

Spine Conference is held the first Wednesday, bi-monthly (Feb., April., June, Aug., Oct., Dec.) from 6:45 am – 7:30 am at McLaren Orthopedic Hospital.

ATLS Certification (Advanced Trauma Life Support)

PGY 2 residents are required to take the ATLS course.

AO Basic Principles of Fracture Management Course

PGY 2 residents are required to attend the AO Basic Principles of Fracture Management Course prior to the start of the third year of the residency program.

AOAO Annual Post Graduate Seminar

PGY 4 residents are required to attend the AOAO Annual Post Graduate Seminar prior to the start of the fifth year of the residency program.

MSUCOM Statewide Campus System (www.com.msu.edu/scs/index.shtml)

SCS Educational Programs are held the second Wednesday of every month. Locations are variable.

How to Apply

Application Method

All candidates must apply through Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).The Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program will not accept candidates outside of the match process.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum requirements to be considered for an interview include:

US Citizen or hold a valid green card
- MGL does not sponsor or accept visa candidates
Passing score on first attempt of all USMLE/COMLEX scores
- Minimum COMLEX Step 1 score = 550
- Minimum USMLE Step 1 score = 240
Completion of medical school within 4 years, no educational related extensions

Required Documents for Application

Complete ERAS application
Dean's Letter (after October 1)
Curriculum Vitae
3 Letters of Recommendation

Official COMLEX/USMLE scores
Passing scores for Step 1 and both parts of Step 2 are required prior to the rank list due date.

Selection Process

The selection process is designed to be consistent and fair, based upon academic achievement, personal interview, and letters of recommendation. Once the application is complete, the applicant will be contacted by the Department of Medical Education and will be advised of the status of his/her application and if an interview is to be granted.

It is ideal (but not mandatory) if the candidate has had a rotation at our facility, which better enables us to become exposed to the candidate, as well as for the candidate to become exposed to our program. We believe that it is important for the prospective resident to meet as many of the current residents as possible to get an overview of their perspective of the program, as well as to determine if the prospective candidate can work with the residents and be comfortable with the philosophy of the program. The orthopedic residency is a demanding residency, which requires intensive teamwork with the other residents.

Following the interview, committee members will fill out an evaluation form with their individual recommendations relative to the selection of the candidate. The committee will then submit their recommendations to the program director and final selection will be by the program director in conjunction with the committee. It is our goal to provide early feedback to the prospective candidate relative to the status of their application to our program. This is dependent on the timing of and the number of candidates' applying/interviewing for the program. It is our intent to notify prospective candidates of their status, in accordance with the ACGME guidelines for the Match process. It is anticipated that there will be (4) positions funded for each year.

Interviews

Interviews will be virtual and will occur in January 2021./p> Greater Lansing Resident & Fellow Salary/Benefits

Scholarly Activities

All residents are required to complete a research project as noted within the Basic Standards for Residency Training in Orthopedic Surgery. The type and format of the research project must be in compliance with the Basic Standards for Residency Training in Orthopedic Surgery.

Evaluating research requires that an opinion be formed regarding the overall creditability of a study. In addition, the ability to communicate new and essential medical information to the medical and lay community is a critical skill that all osteopathic orthopedic surgical residents should strive to acquire.

Over the course of a residency program, residents should be exposed to the development of scientific research. In order to successfully complete residency training in Orthopedic Surgery, residents must submit a scientific project for each of the following years in training PGY 3, PGY 4, and PGY 5. These are due in the PGY 3, PGY 4, and PGY 5 year. It is mandatory for MGL residents to present their research project at MSUCOM/SCS research program in June of the fifth year of residency. It is strongly urged that the resident present at the spring AOAO meeting. Additionally, it is also strongly recommended that the resident submit their presentation at any available local or regional program that allows for this venue.

In addition to fulfilling the research requirements to fulfill the Basic Standards for Residency Training in Orthopedic Surgery, residents are required to be involved in research from the beginning of their residency training at McLaren Greater Lansing to prepare them for advanced research projects later in their careers. Therefore, all first year residents (PGY-1) are required to submit an abstract for presentation at the annual Mid-Michigan Regional Research Day, which occurs annually, in April.

A research project or poster presentation requires a great deal of time and effort. Assistance is available through MSUCOM/SCS, as well as through the Medical Education Department. Assistance in proper preparation of the poster presentation is also available.

Sparrow Hospital

Mike Winkelpleck, DO

Sparrow Hospital

Current Trainees

PGY-5 Residents

Kyle Kaster, DO

Medical School: Des Moines University

Hometown: Stevens Point, WI

Why Orthopaedics? I enjoy the nature of orthopaedics that a patient presents with an obvious problem and then there is (typically) an obvious solution that we as surgeons can provide through a relatively quick amount of hard work. The patient's generally do well and usually are grateful for the treatment they receive.

Ortho Interests: Upper extremity, hand

Hobbies Wood working, backpacking, spikeball

Fun Facts: Don't tell anyone around here, but I root for Wisconsin AND Ohio State.
Haley Prough, DO

Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA

Why Orthopaedics? One of my first shadowing experiences was Orthopaedic Oncology and honestly, everything in medicine aside from orthopaedics always paled in comparison.

Ortho Interests: Oncology, adult reconstruction

Hobbies Using my Peloton & baking
Zethariah Zielinski, DO

Medical School: UNECOM

Hometown: Woonsocket, RI

Why Orthopaedics? I love that orthopaedics can restore structure and function for patients, which ultimately can give them a better quality of life.

Ortho Interests: Adult reconstruction, trauma, sports medicine

Hobbies Spending time with my wife. Hiking and exploring new National Parks. Watching the New England Patriots and Tom Brady win Superbowls.

Fun Facts: I spent time playing junior hockey before playing in college for 4 years. I also think Alexander Ovechkin is the greatest goal scorer of all-time, change my mind.
Robert Zondervan, PhD DO
Chief Resident

Medical School: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

College: Colby College, Waterville, ME

Hometown: Claremont, CA

Why Orthopaedics? I’m fascinated by bone biology and modulating it to improve health. In addition, orthopaedics is one of the few fields in medicine that you can tangibly see the effect of your work.

Hobbies: Rowing, cooking, gardening, hiking with my wife and dog

Fun Facts: My wedding date, 8 18 18, is a palindrome and an ambigram.

PGY-4 Residents

Daniel Antonoff, DO

Medical School: University of New England

Hometown: Bedford, MA

Why Orthopaedics? I enjoyed studying anatomy in school, particularly the musculoskeletal system, and love working with my hands. Orthopaedics is a perfect combination of those things. As an active person myself, I look forward to helping people get back to the activities/hobbies they enjoy.

Ortho Interests: Adult reconstruction, trauma

Hobbies: Golf, ice hockey, spending time outdoors with family and friends

Fun Facts: Met two former presidents at my college summer job at Cape Arundel Golf Club in Kennebunkport, ME
Michael Pyper, DO

Medical School: Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine

Hometown: Dayton, OH

Why Orthopaedics? Many times, we see patients at the low points in their lives either due to accidents, injuries, or functional limitation because of pain and as orthopods, we have the ability to make immediate, positive impacts in their lives through our intervention.

Ortho Interests: Trauma and adult reconstruction

Hobbies: Playing golf and basketball, watching my European soccer teams, traveling with my wife, and spending time with our 2 English bulldogs.
Jacob Rathmacher, DO

Medical School: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Hometown: Story City, IA

Why Orthopaedics? Orthopaedics was always a goal of mine and the reason for attending medical school. I love the opportunity it gives me to have an immediate effect in patients’ lives and it’s a field that is full of innovation and continually evolving.

Ortho Interests: My current interests are trauma, sports, and adult reconstruction. Following residency, I look forward to serving in the United States Air Force.

Hobbies/Fun Facts: I attended the University of Northern Iowa. I am married to my wife, Amber, and we have one son, Noah. We are passionate about our faith, enjoy being outdoors, and are always looking for the best ice cream. I also enjoy hunting, fishing, and cheering on the Indianapolis Colts!

PGY-3 Residents

Grayson Bastin, DO

Medical School: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Hometown: Fort Wayne, IN

Why Orthopaedics? As a former college athlete, I suffered several injuries which required orthopedic intervention. I am passionate about orthopaedics because it provides tangible improvements in function and quality of life and allows me to help those suffering from physical injury or disability return to activities they enjoy.

Ortho Interests: General Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine

Hobbies: Exercise, home renovation, the outdoors, pretending to be a chef, playing with our dogs

Fun Facts: My wife and I were married at the largest university chapel in the country at our home school of Valparaiso University. This is also the same place we got engaged and shared our first date.

I am also the shortest male out of four in my family, so I am glad I chose to play football instead of basketball.
Chase Kelley, DO

Medical School: Midwestern University, Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine

Hometown: Big Pine Key, FL

Why Orthopaedics? The gratification associated with improving the quality of peoples' lives is unparalleled. Not only does orthopaedics reduce pain, but it helps people live happier and healthier lives.

Ortho Interests: Trauma, joints

Hobbies: Bow hunting, hiking, woodworking, fishing, running and lifting. Currently training for a half marathon.

Fun Facts: Became a certified SCUBA diver at 12 years old, been an avid diver ever since.
Carl Snaring, MD

Medical School: Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences

Hometown: Redmond, WA

Why Orthopaedics? I am passionate about being active, enjoying the outdoors, and playing sports. Restoring other's functionality so they can perform the activities they love is the most fulfilling action I can do with my life.

Ortho Interests: Sports, shoulder & elbow, trauma

Hobbies: Golf, basketball, snowboarding, piano, hiking

Fun Facts: I was homeschooled with my sister until the 9th grade. I was a left-handed collegiate pitcher at the University of Portland.
Nathan Woeber, DO

Medical School: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Hometown: Taylor Ridge, IL

Why Orthopaedics? In Orthopedic Surgery, we have the opportunity to identify and tangibly treat musculoskeletal pathology in order to help patients from all walks of life continue moving and doing the things that they love to do. Orthopaedics is the perfect blend of critical thinking, problem solving, and getting to work with your hands.

Ortho Interests: General orthopaedics, trauma, shoulder & elbow, sports

Hobbies: Spending time with my wife, our two sons, and dog, exercising, hunting, being outdoors, cooking, reading history (and Harry Potter), and loyally cheering on Iowa Hawkeye football

Fun Facts: I was enlisted in the US Navy before going to medical school and will continue my service in the Navy as an Orthopedic Surgeon upon completion of residency.

PGY-2 Residents

Daniel Allen, DO

Medical School: William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Hometown: Greenwood, MS

Why Orthopaedics? Orthopaedics allows you to have an immediate and long-lasting impact on patients in a hands-on manner using musculoskeletal anatomy and surgical approaches.

Ortho Interests: General Orthopaedics, Joint Reconstruction

Hobbies: Duck hunting, turkey hunting, fishing, Mississippi State athletics, Atlanta Braves baseball

Fun Facts: The Left Field Lounge at Dudy Noble Field in Starkville, MS is the greatest place on earth to watch a baseball game.
Samuel Hanlon, DO

Medical School: University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine

Hometown: Sharon, MA

Why Orthopaedics? I love how orthopedic surgery allows patients to return to their hobbies, sports or places of work and uses innovative technology in the OR to improve patient quality of life.

Ortho Interests: Sports, General

Hobbies: Ultimate Frisbee, weightlifting, snowboarding, watching Boston sports teams

Fun Facts: I played four years of college ultimate frisbee and travelled around the country participating in tournaments throughout college.
Curtis Maas, DO

Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Hometown: Medford, MN

Why Orthopaedics? I enjoy working with my hands during surgery to address a patient’s orthopedic pathology in a way that will improve function and ultimately the patient’s quality of life.

Ortho Interests: General Orthopaedics

Hobbies: Spending time with my wife, our two children and dog. Working out. College wrestling. College football.
Seth Verkaik, DO

Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Hometown: Hudsonville, MI

Why Orthopaedics? My main reason for choosing orthopaedics is to help restore function and motion to patients. In orthopaedics, you are able to tangibly see the effect you have on patients in improving their quality of life.

Ortho Interests: Adult Reconstruction, Sports Medicine.

Hobbies: Spending time with my wife and our son, watching Premier League soccer, spikeball, being outdoors, brewing beer.

Fun Facts: Starting at age 4 through age 17, I broke one bone every year, totaling 14 broken bones.

PGY-1 Residents

Karis Bennett, DO

Medical School: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Hometown: Indianapolis, IN

Why Orthopaedics? Growing up, I had 19 fractures most of which happened while playing sports, which exposed me to the fascinating world of orthopaedics at a young age. I love orthopaedics because you get to problem solve, be creative and work with your hands while performing exciting procedures that get patients back to doing what they love or improve their quality of life.

Ortho Interests: Trauma, Adult Reconstruction, Sports, Shoulder & Elbow

Hobbies: I love being active outdoors - snowboarding, biking and playing tennis. I enjoy renovating my home, woodworking, watching Formula 1 races, basketball and football, and spending time with my family.

Fun Facts: I am a huge animal lover - my dog’s name is Paul and he is a Siberian Husky. I am big into fashion, sneakers, and music.
Noa Cuellar, DO

Medical School: Sam Houston State College of Osteopathic Medicine

Hometown: Frisco, TX

Why Orthopaedics? I have always enjoyed learning and studying anatomy. As an athlete, musculoskeletal anatomy was very interesting to me. I love being active and moving my body, orthopaedics provides the perfect blend of all of those things.

Ortho Interests: Sports and pediatrics

Hobbies: Triathlon, lifting weights, running, biking, golf, soccer, watching the Dallas Cowboys underperform, and spending time with my wife and dog.

Fun Facts: I’m a twin, we went to the same medical school, and both want to practice orthopaedics together. Also, Manchester is Blue.
Kieu-My Nguyen, DO

Medical School: University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine

Hometown: Meriden, CT

Why Orthopaedics? I love the instant gratification aspect of orthopaedics where you can see something that is broken and put it back together to help patients regain mobility. With my background as a competitive figure skater and former scrub tech, orthopaedics is the perfect combination of these two interests of mine.

Ortho Interests: Sports Medicine and Pediatrics

Hobbies: Skiing, hiking, roller blading, being a foodie (I am a Yelp Elite member!), going to the beach.

Fun Facts: I speak fluent Vietnamese.
Alexandra Siavelis, DO

Medical School: Midwestern University, Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine

Hometown: Crystal Lake, IL

Why Orthopaedics? Orthopaedics was the reason that I applied to medical school. I always admired the team collaboration, problem solving and hands-on aspect in the OR that allowed the team to surgically restore patients’ anatomy and I found it most rewarding to visualize the immediate results at the end of each case.

Ortho Interests: Adult Reconstruction and Sports Medicine

Hobbies: Golfing, running, skiing, hiking, traveling.

Fun Facts: I played Division I Soccer at Western Illinois University.

Additional Info

Interested in completing an elective rotation?

Please complete the rotation application request form. Gary Riley will then be in contact with further information.

Pre-Application for Elective Rotations

Residents who completed a fellowship program:

2009

Joseph Hubbard, DO - Andrews-Paulos Research and Education Institute, Sports Medicine Fellowship
Rob Marsh, DO - Orthopedic Associates of Michigan, Foot and Ankle Fellowship

2008

Ariana DeMers, DO - Taos Orthopaedic Institute, Taos, New Mexico, Sports Medicine Fellowship
Scott Nemec, DO - Orthopedic Associates of Michigan, Foot and Ankle Fellowship
Tom Smith, DO - Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, Total Joint Fellowship

2007

Jason Cochran, DO - Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, Adult Reconstruction Fellowship
Jason Heisler, DO - OrthoIndy, Indianapolis, IN, Trauma Fellowship
William Truluck, DO - Indiana Hand Center, Hand Fellowship

2006

Meredith Heisey, DO - Beaumont Hospital, Sports Medicine and Shoulder Fellowship
James Lebolt, DO - American Sports Medicine Institute, AL, Sports Medicine Fellowship

2005

Kelly Coffey, DO - UCLA Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, Trauma Fellowship
Matthew Crawford, DO - Baylor College of Medicine, Sports Medicine Fellowship
David Hock, DO - Military

2004

Matthew Colligan, DO - Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery, Florida Orthopedic Institute/Tampa General Hospital, Tampa FL

2003

Michael Swords, DO - Foot and Ankle Fellowship, Harborview Medical Center, Seattle, WA

2002

Michael Winkelpleck, DO - Spine Fellowship - Southern Illinois University

Orthopaedic Surgery Residency - McLaren Greater Lansing

Welcome to Our Orthopaedic Surgery Residency - McLaren Greater Lansing Program

A Message from the Program Director

Accreditation

Primary Training Site

Curriculum

Rotations

The First Year

The Second-Fourth Years

Didactics

Orientation for First Year

Anatomy Lab

Morning Report

Well-being

Conferences

Grand Rounds

Journal Club

Morbidity and Mortality (M&M)

Teaching Rounds

Courses/Seminars

Kyle Kaster, DO

Haley Prough, DO

Zethariah Zielinski, DO

Robert Zondervan, PhD DO

Daniel Antonoff, DO

Michael Pyper, DO

Jacob Rathmacher, DO

Grayson Bastin, DO

Chase Kelley, DO

Carl Snaring, MD

Nathan Woeber, DO

Daniel Allen, DO

Samuel Hanlon, DO

Curtis Maas, DO

Seth Verkaik, DO

Karis Bennett, DO

Noa Cuellar, DO

Kieu-My Nguyen, DO

Alexandra Siavelis, DO

Diane Gamez, C-TAGME