Ohio State University Hospital Program
Plastic surgery - Columbus, OH | ACGME Code: 3603821081
The Ohio State University Hospital Program in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery offers both an Integrated Residency Program and an Independent Residency Program.
Integrated Residency Program: - Duration: Six years. - Accepts four interns annually for the PGY1 year. - Provides rotations in multiple health care systems. - Offers diverse training in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery. - Graduates typically go into fellowships or practice settings.
Application Process: - Accepts applications through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). - Also accepts the Plastic Surgery Common Program Application (PSCA). - Invites selected applicants for personal interviews.
Independent Residency Program: - Duration: Three years. - Accepts one applicant annually. - Designed for applicants fulfilling the American Board of Plastic Surgery requirements. - Offers rotations in various health care systems. - Graduates often pursue fellowships or practice settings.
Application Process: - Accepts applications through the San Francisco Match. - Invites selected applicants for personal interviews.
The program at Ohio State University equips residents with comprehensive training in various aspects of plastic surgery and ensures a high-quality learning environment. Testimonials from previous residents highlight the program's inclusivity, breadth of experiences, supportive faculty, structured curriculum, and diverse clinical opportunities. Residents appreciate the camaraderie among their peers and the program's emphasis on excellence in education and research.
For further details and inquiries, interested applicants can contact the Education Program Manager, Emily Dill, at [email protected].
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- Plastic Surgery Residency | Ohio State College of Medicine
- Integrated Program - Plastic Surgery Residency | Ohio State College of Medicine
- Participating Institutions - Plastic Surgery Residency | Ohio State College of Medicine
- Independent Program - Plastic Surgery Residency | Ohio State College of Medicine
- Why Choose Ohio State's Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Residency | Ohio State College of Medicine
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