Postdoctoral Scholar Research Program
UC Davis Health School of Medicine Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is an academic/clinical department encompassing several sub-specialties, working to achieve excellence in patient care, research, and public service. The department’s strategy is built on four pillars: Impactful Advocacy; In-demand, World-Class Education; Innovation through Leading-Edge Research; and World-Class Quality, Value-Driven Clinical Care.
The full-time postdoctoral research program is led by Barton Wise, M.D., M.Sc., FACP and has been designed to offer unique training with a comprehensive experience to prepare scholars for an independent career in their field of study. The scholars collaborate to work under the guidance of a research mentor for advanced research and training beyond the doctoral level. They make significant contributions to the department’s educational and research missions. The ideal candidates should have a suitable background and/or experience, be capable of interacting with our many collaborators, and work with minimal supervision.
Current Postdoctoral Research Scholars
David Dallas-Orr, M.D., M.B.A., MTM
Graduate School: UC San Diego Rady School of Management
Graduate School: Department of Bioengineering / UC San Francisco, Department of Bioengineering and Therapeutic Science
Medical School: Autonomous University of Guadalajara, School of Medicine
Research Interest: Trauma, Sports Medicine, Medical Devices, Clinical Decision Support Tools, Translational Research
"I'm excited to be a part of a diverse and collaborative team. From my first day, it was clear that we get to work with outstanding faculty and that we have the resources to excel."
Jimmy Smith, M.D.
Medical School: Howard University College of Medicine
Research Interest: Disparities in orthopaedics, stem cell-induced cartilage regeneration, Gene therapy for bone repair/bone regeneration, 3D printing applications in orthopaedics
"My experience in this program has been exceptional so far. UC Davis boasts an outstanding faculty and staff that are unmatched in quality. The entire community here is incredibly supportive and always ready to help in whatever way possible. Being surrounded by such a diverse group of people who bring unique perspectives and insights has been invigorating. I'm eager about the opportunity to contribute to innovative research during my tenure here."
Shannon Tse, M.D.
Medical School: University of Nottingham, Nottingham, England
Research interest: Trauma and sports
“Joining UC Davis Health has been a breath of fresh air, where I have the opportunity to engage in innovative research alongside different faculty members, residents, and medical students across various subspecialties. The support and warm welcome from everyone have made this journey very gratifying. Collaborating with our diverse team, including Barton Wise, MD, Serena, Aziz, and Sam, has been a delightful experience. I look forward to continually contributing to producing top-quality research here.”
Hania Shahzad, M.D.
Medical School: The Aga Khan University, Karachi, Pakistan
Research Interest: Integration of AR-based tools into surgical practices and patient consultations, aiming to improve patient care and medical training; gamifying orthopaedic trauma education; cannabinoids in pain management; health economics; gender diversity in orthopaedics; osteobiologics; and surgical implants.
"Being part of UC Davis Orthopedics has been an incredible journey of turning curiosity into innovation. With the support of brilliant mentors and a collaborative environment, I've had the chance to explore enabling technologies, translating them into real solutions that improve patient care. The best part? At UC Davis, new ideas aren’t just encouraged—they're transformed into research that shapes the future of orthopedic surgery."
