University of California Davis Health Program
Plastic surgery - Sacramento, CA | ACGME Code: 3600521113
The University of California Davis Health Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Residency program offers both a six-year Integrated Residency and a three-year Independent Residency pathway. Their program is fully accredited by the ACGME and is ranked as one of the nation’s top hospitals by U.S. News & World Reports.
The main goals of their program include developing technically skilled and broadly trained residents, contributing to the safe and ethical delivery of plastic surgery, fostering an environment of camaraderie and collegiality, and supporting residents in pursuing fellowships and future practice.
Residents in the program benefit from progressive advancement in medical knowledge and clinical skills, high operative volumes, increasing levels of responsibility, opportunities to present at regional and national plastic surgery conferences, and guidance in matching into desired fellowship programs.
The faculty members, including the Program Director and Chief, are dedicated to teaching the art and science of plastic surgery to residents.
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Sacramento County, California
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