University of Chicago Program

The Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Residency at the University of Chicago is an accredited six-year integrated training program that accepts three residents each year from the NRMP match. The program provides a comprehensive experience across disciplines and subspecialties during the first three years. Residents have rotations at offsite institutions as well. The last three years involve rotations at the University of Chicago Medicine and offsite rotations for additional experience. The program follows a "focused-practice" model to expose residents to various aspects of plastic and reconstructive surgery.

The website profiles several residents who share their backgrounds and experiences before joining the program, highlighting their diverse paths and interests in pursuing plastic surgery. The program team consists of individuals with varied personal and professional backgrounds, offering a rich environment for learning and collaboration.

The program participates in the Electronic Residency Application Service and the Plastic Surgery Common Application. They accept and review applications from either platform. The residency program is approved for three residents per year and matches directly through the National Resident Matching Program. Interviews are conducted in-person at the University of Chicago Medicine campus. The applicant selection process follows ACAPS guidelines, with interview invitations sent out by email from the Program Coordinator.

Overall, the University of Chicago Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Residency offers a structured and diverse training experience for aspiring plastic surgeons. The emphasis on a well-rounded exposure to various surgery disciplines and the use of a focused-practice model provide a comprehensive learning environment for residents.