University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program

The University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program offers a Plastic Surgery Residency aimed at providing the highest level of care to patients while fostering education and research within the field. The program aims to equip residents with comprehensive clinical and theoretical knowledge to practice plastic surgery ethically and competently in various settings.

Application to the program requires strong academic and clinical performance in medical school, completion of a research project resulting in a presentation or publication, letters of recommendation highlighting communication and teamwork skills, impeccable work ethic, and resilience. Applicants must hold a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy degree from a US medical school or an equivalent degree from other Faculties of Medicine, along with an ECFMG certificate, before starting the residency.

The program utilizes the Plastic Surgery Common Application and participates in the National Residency Matching Program. Each year, approximately 30-35 candidates are interviewed for the two positions available. The Division of Plastic Surgery supports diversity in recruitment and retention to reflect the community served by the program in Chicago and Illinois.

The primary surgical experiences offered by the program include various areas of plastic surgery such as general adult and pediatric procedures, breast surgery, cleft surgery, orthognathic surgery, and more. The program's affiliations with hospitals and training centers in Chicago provide a diverse learning environment for residents.

For more specific details about the residency program, interested individuals can reach out to Lynette Montalto, who is the contact person listed on the website.