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Rick W. Wright

Rick W. Wright MD

Sports Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery
Nashville, Tennessee, United States of America

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Rick W. Wright, MD, Dr Asa C. and Mrs Dorothy W. Jones Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, is being recognized for his outstanding accomplishments in orthopaedic surgery residency training. Although Wright is nationally recognized as a leader in orthopaedic surgery clinical care and research, colleagues and trainees say residency training is his passion. Wright has directed the orthopaedic surgery residency program since 2006 and is credited with bringing it to national prominence. While setting high standards, colleagues and residents report, Wright has created a collegial and supportive atmosphere highly conducive to learning. In the operating room, he excels at providing detailed instruction while allowing residents adequate autonomy, an approach that fosters quick professional development.
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