Question: how long does it take to become a orthopedic surgeon in south africa?
Answer: - Practical work at a hospital: 1 year (also known as the house doctor year). Post-graduate study for specialisation as an orthopaedic surgeon: 4 years - e.g UP, UFS, US, UL, Wits. - be registered as a medical doctor with the Interim Medical and Dental Council (IMDC) of South Africa for 1 year.