Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Arizona) Program

The Plastic Surgery Integrated Residency program at Mayo Clinic's campus in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, is a six-year program that offers one position per year. The curriculum includes broad training in all aspects of surgery during the first two years. Research rotations are integrated into the early years to encourage high-quality research projects. Advanced training in surgical anatomy, neurosurgery, and time at the Arizona Burn Center and with otolaryngology surgeons at Mayo Clinic are key components of the program.

In the latter years, residents receive comprehensive training in aesthetic surgery, microsurgery, general reconstruction, pediatric and craniofacial surgery, and hand surgery. The program emphasizes global outreach through mission trips to countries like Kenya, Honduras, and Haiti.

Applicants must graduate from medical school and pass Step 1 of the USMLE. The program accepts one candidate per year. The application deadline is October 15th of the year preceding the start date. Interviews are typically held between December and February.

The program offers diverse clinical training in areas such as acute soft tissue and maxillofacial trauma, cosmetic surgery, hand surgery, microsurgery, and more. Residents rotate at multiple sites, spending a majority of their time at Mayo Clinic Hospital in Phoenix. The rotations provide exposure to a wide range of plastic surgery problems and patients.

Throughout the program, residents participate in conferences, seminars, journal clubs, and other educational activities. Research is also a key component, with dedicated research rotations and opportunities to work with faculty mentors on research projects.

Mayo Clinic's faculty includes skilled plastic surgeons specializing in various subfields, such as aesthetic plastic surgery, reconstructive surgery, craniofacial surgery, and hand surgery. Faculty members are actively involved in teaching and mentoring residents.

The Plastic Surgery Integrated Residency at Mayo Clinic Arizona is accredited by the ACGME. After completing the program, residents are eligible to take the written examination offered by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.