The Baptist Health South Florida Athletic Training – Orthopedic Residency is a one-year intensive program providing Athletic Trainers with advanced training orthopedic sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery.

The program’s curriculum and robust patient population provides access to a broad-spectrum of upper and lower extremity conditions. Residents will gain robust knowledge and experience in clinic, operating room, and research settings within a high-volume, multi-specialty orthopedic practice.

During clinic, faculty and residents are supported by allied health professionals including a dedicated surgical coordinator, physician assistants, medical assistants, and X-ray technicians. The practice also employs doctoral-trained staff and clinical research coordinators who along with visiting students provide support for resident research.

View the program’s information and outcomes here.

Miami is an ideal location to learn and practice sports medicine. The Institute offers unique year-round coverage opportunities for a wide variety of high school, collegiate and professional sports teams. Baptist Health is the official sports medicine provider for:

Professional Sports Partners

  • Florida Panthers (NHL)
  • Miami FC Soccer (USLC)
  • Miami Dolphins (NFL)
  • Miami Heat (NBA)
  • Inter Miami CF (MLS)
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    University and School Athletics Partners

  • Barry University Athletics
  • Florida Atlantic University
  • Florida International University Athletics
  • Miami-Dade Country Public School Athletics
  • St. Thomas University Athletics

  • Event and Tournament Partners

  • Miami Open Tennis Tournament
  • Capital One Orange Bowl
  • Miami Marathon and Half Marathon
  • Miami Triathlon

  • Program Accreditation

    ASeeking Initial Accreditation with CAATE

    Program Size

    1 resident each year

    Drialys Leal, MS, LAT, ATC

    Program Director

    Drialys Leal, MS, LAT, ATC
    Maria Claudia Corradine

    Supervisor, GME Programs

    Maria Claudia Corradine
    786-308-2152

    Featured Training Sites

    Baptist Health Orthopedic Institute

    Baptist Health Orthopedic Institute

    The nationally recognized Baptist Health Orthopedic Institute is a multi-site practice with locations across South Florida, offering comprehensive orthopedic services including sports medicine, foot and ankle, hand, adult reconstruction and trauma care to community members and professional athletes. The staff of renowned sports medicine physicians and orthopedic surgeons – backed by the most advanced technology and comprehensive rehabilitation programs – brings a total team approach to each patient’s care. The program serves the Miami HEAT, Miami Dolphins, Florida Panthers, Inter Miami CF, Orange Bowl, Miami-Dade County Public Schools Athletics, Miami Open Tennis and Miami Marathon & Half Marathon.

    Doctors Hospital

    Doctors Hospital

    Doctors Hospital, located in the heart of historic Coral Gables, has provided high-quality medical care since 1949. The 281-bed, acute care facility is recognized for its services in orthopedics, sports medicine, general surgery, minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery, geriatrics, intensive care and a state-of-the-art Emergency Department.

    Miami HEAT Sports Medicine Center

    Miami HEAT Sports Medicine Center

    The Miami HEAT Sports Medicine Center is a new, state-of-the-art ambulatory surgery center located in the Medical Arts Building at Doctors Hospital. It is fully dedicated to orthopedic procedures and includes 4,500 square feet of the world’s most advanced and efficient operating room suites. Two of the four operating rooms have windows for viewing capabilities and student observation.

    Doctors Hospital BioSkills Lab

    Doctors Hospital BioSkills Lab

    This integral part of the Institute’s educational program provides a simulated surgical setting that allows our physicians, residents and fellows to conduct hands-on cadaveric evaluations, surgical education, clinical trials, and research studies including basic science. The lab is fully equipped with the latest arthroscopic equipment. The room allows viewing of the OR for a seamless learning experience. Fellows also have access to the Miami Anatomic and Research Center Institute surgical training center.
    Baptist Health Orthopedic Care at Plantation

    Baptist Health Orthopedic Care at Plantation

    Baptist Health Orthopedic Care at Plantation is a new location for Baptist Health Orthopedic Care with a 112,000 square foot wellness and medical complex just north of I-595 and Pine Island Road. This location offers a more personal, integrated healthcare experience - all in one place including Orthopedics, Surgery, Diagnostic Imaging, Physical Therapy, Primary Care, Cardiology, Chemotherapy, Endocrinology, Oncology, Pharmacy, Radiation Therapy, Spine Care, and Urgent Care.

    Baptist Health Orthopedic Complex

    Baptist Health Orthopedic Complex

    Introducing Baptist Health's new, state-of-the-art orthopedic complex across the street from Hard Rock Stadium, home of the Miami Dolphins. The expansive, 17,000-square-foot facility is located adjacent to the Baptist Health Training Complex, the Dolphins’ training facility, with clinical areas overlooking the team’s practice field. Serving Dolphins players and the public alike, the new location offers comprehensive orthopedic care with a full range of diagnostic imaging, physical therapy and rehabilitation services all under one roof.

    

    Eligibility Requirements and Application Schedule

    Our program attracts, educates, and retains exceptional healthcare talent to serve the South Florida community. Program participants will be trained in the Baptist Health Way with a focus on quality, inclusion, compassion, and collaboration.

    Eligibility Requirements

    • Completed a CAATE accredited Athletic Training program prior to start of the residency
    • BOC Certification
    • Athletic Training Licensure (or eligibility) in the State of Florida
    • Current certification in CPR/AED

    Application Requirements

    • Residency Program Application
    • CV listing all scholarly activity (publications/presentations)
    • Personal statement
    • Three letters of reference (signed, and on letterhead). One letter must be from an ATC familiar with your work.
    Acceptance and admission to the program is contingent on submission of all requested materials and meeting all eligibility requirements as determined by the program.

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

    Application Timeline

    • Where do applicants go to apply? Coming Soon
    • When are applications accepted? November through March
    • When are candidate interviews? March
    • When are candidates notified of acceptance? April
    • When does the program start? July

    Curriculum

    Core Experiences

    Our program curriculum incorporates block rotations lasting 3 months each, giving residents exposure to a variety of learning experiences throughout the duration of the program.
    Rotations
    Orthopedic Sports Medicine
    Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgery
    Hand Surgery
    Primary Care Sports Medicine

    Longitudinal Experiences

    Our program incorporates longitudinal rotations, immersing trainees in particular areas of study throughout the entire duration of the training program.
    Rotations
    Clinic
    Operating Room
    Didactics (Lectures, Case Presentation, and Journal Club)
    Research

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