Duke University is a private research university in Durham, North Carolina. Founded in 1838 by Methodists and Quakers, the university moved to Durham in 1892. In 1924, tobacco and electric power industrialist James Buchanan Duke established The Duke Endowment and the institution changed its name to honor his deceased father, Washington Duke.
The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Duke University in Durham, North Carolina, stands as a leading center for musculoskeletal healthcare, consistently ranked among the nation's best and highest in the Southeast. Established in 1930, it has evolved into a global standard for exceptional patient care, pioneering research, and comprehensive education. The department provides expertise across all orthopaedic subspecialties, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach to treat over 230,000 patients and perform more than 20,000 surgeries annually. Known for historical innovations and ongoing advancements supported by significant research funding, it offers rigorous educational programs including a highly competitive residency, specialized fellowships, and an accelerated medical student pathway, all supported by state-of-the-art facilities dedicated to shaping the future of orthopaedic medicine.
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