Dartmouth-Hitchcock/Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital Program

The Otolaryngology Residency program at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center aims to educate and train residents to become skilled surgeons providing high-value care in a diverse and inclusive environment. The program offers comprehensive training in the medical and surgical care of diseases affecting the head and neck, preparing residents for a career in otolaryngology.

Dartmouth's program is unique due to its small size that allows for one-on-one interactions with attendings. Residents engage early in operative experiences, gaining confidence and skills to excel in their careers. The curriculum covers various specialties within otolaryngology and offers research opportunities, preparing residents for general otolaryngology practice and potential fellowship training.

The program's faculty are involved in research projects spanning areas such as hearing loss interventions, head and neck surgery outcomes, rhinosinusitis, maxillofacial trauma, and cancer epidemiology. Residents have dedicated research time during their third and fourth years, and various research resources are accessible, enhancing their scholarly experience.

Applicants interested in the program must apply via ERAS, providing required documentation such as transcripts, personal statements, USMLE scores, and letters of recommendation. Interviews are held in January, and the program offers 1 5-year position annually. Residents benefit from the small program size, early operative experiences, and individualized training tailored to their strengths, interests, and areas of improvement.

Furthermore, the program structure includes various rotations, educational conferences, and continuity of care experiences to provide a comprehensive training experience. Graduates of Dartmouth's Otolaryngology Residency have pursued diverse career paths, including fellowships, academic practice, and private practice, showcasing the program's success in preparing residents for their future careers.