Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program

The Plastic Surgery Residency Training Program at Cleveland Clinic offers a comprehensive educational experience with a rich history dating back to 1979. The program provides exposure to a wide array of educational opportunities, including vast surgical experience with over 100 operating rooms, affiliations with partner institutions, cadaver dissections, weekly Plastic Surgery conferences, and various workshops in areas like injectables, microsurgery, hand surgery, and craniofacial surgery. Residents also participate in journal clubs, visiting professorships, and national meetings to showcase their scholarly work.

Cleveland Clinic is recognized for its expertise in plastic surgery, including pioneering work such as the United States' first face transplant and other innovative procedures. The program fosters a learning environment that encourages residents' growth, independence, and increasing responsibility. Residents can also engage in teaching experiences and have the opportunity to participate in a focused subspecialty training program during their final year.

Application requirements include submission of applications through ERAS and the Plastic Surgery Common Application, which must include medical school transcripts, three letters of recommendation, Dean's Letter, and USMLE scores. The program typically selects four residents annually through a competitive process.

For further details on the Plastic Surgery Residency Training Program at Cleveland Clinic, prospective applicants are encouraged to visit the program's website for the most current information.