Ponce Health Sciences University Program

Orthopaedic Surgery Analyst Verified · Jul 29, 2025

Ponce Health Sciences University Program

Ponce Health Sciences University Program is a residency program specializing in Orthopaedic Surgery, located in Ponce, Puerto Rico, directed by Rafael M. Fernandez- Soltero, MD and coordinated by Carlos Zayas.. International Medical Graduates interested in this program may contact the program coordinator directly at [email protected]. IMGPrep analysts have verified and compiled this program’s IMG acceptance rate, USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 score requirements, Visa Sponsorship Policy, graduation year cutoff, and ECFMG certificate requirements — available to IMGPrep subscribers.

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CURRENT RESIDENTS
Program Director
Name: Rafael M. Fernandez- Soltero, MD
Program Coordinator
Name: Carlos Zayas Email: [email protected] Address: ,Ponce
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