Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV Program
Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery - Las Vegas, NV | ACGME Code: 2803113139 | NRMP Code: 2028280C0
The Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV offers an Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery Residency Program in Las Vegas. The program has been accredited by ACGME since 2012 and provides comprehensive training across different subfields of otolaryngology. The curriculum is designed to offer residents a balanced experience with a mix of subspecialty cases and "bread and butter" otolaryngology throughout the five-year program. Residents have the opportunity to rotate through various core faculty and subspecialties each year. There is a strong emphasis on developing surgical skills, clinical acumen, and research capabilities.
The program offers rotations in different areas including head and neck surgery, otology, neurotology, pediatric otolaryngology, facial plastics and reconstruction, laryngology, rhinology, and general otolaryngology. Residents also have the chance to train at multiple facilities, including the University Medical Center of Southern Nevada, UNLV Health Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Clinic, MountainView Hospital, Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center, Ear Nose and Throat Consultants of Nevada, and Specialty Surgery Center.
The residents graduate with a well-rounded skill set and are prepared for general otolaryngology practice. Graduates have pursued fellowships in various subspecialties post-residency. The application process typically has a deadline on the first of November each year, with interviews scheduled between December and January. The program attracts competitive applicants due to its comprehensive training and diverse clinical experiences.
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Las Vegas city, Nevada
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