Geisinger Health System Program

The Geisinger Health System Program offers a six-year integrated Plastic Surgery residency training program based at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, Pennsylvania. The program provides comprehensive training in all aspects of plastic surgery, including microsurgery, hand surgery, aesthetic surgery, and craniofacial/pediatric surgery. Residents have the opportunity to engage in research supported by various resources within the surgical institute, Geisinger Health Science Libraries, and Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine.

The program aims to train residents to become independent practitioners of plastic surgery through progressive responsibility and autonomy under the guidance of faculty members. Residents will train in various settings, including hospital clinics, private offices, and surgical outpatient centers. Rotations in locations such as Wilkes-Barre, Philadelphia, State College, and Allentown provide a diverse clinical experience.

Geisinger's residency program emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach to patient care, offering training in trauma, head and neck surgery, breast surgery, and cleft/craniofacial care. Residents also engage in community service projects, serving a predominantly rural population that includes patients with limited access to healthcare resources.

The application process for the Plastic Surgery Residency at Geisinger includes submitting a personal statement, dean's letter, medical school transcript, and three letters of recommendation through the Plastic Surgery Common Application for NRMP matching candidates.

For further details, the Geisinger Plastic Surgery Residency website contains additional information about the program's curriculum structure, educational opportunities, faculty members, and current residents.