University of Louisville School of Medicine Program

The University of Louisville School of Medicine offers a comprehensive Plastic Surgery Residency Program that aims to provide graduating residents with a broad clinical experience and knowledge of plastic and reconstructive surgery principles. Trainees rotate through five affiliated hospitals and various rotations including aesthetics, trauma, pediatric/clefts/craniofacial, hand and upper extremity, and adult reconstructive surgery. There are also opportunities to rotate with plastic surgery sub-specialties such as head and neck, oculoplastic, and primary burn care.

The program emphasizes specialized training facilities like the Microsurgery Training Laboratory, Fresh Tissue Dissection and Surgical Practice Laboratory, and the Aesthetic Center. Residents typically complete around 1,500 cases over the 3-year training period. Notably, many graduates enter academics or pursue further fellowship training, with high pass rates for Board Certification.

The educational goals of the program include producing plastic surgeons who are analytical, safe in their approach to surgical problem-solving, and self-educating in lifelong continuing medical education. The program aims to train residents proficiently in various Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) Core Competencies.

Plastic Surgery rotations include experiences at different hospitals focusing on trauma, burn care, and critical care, providing a wide range of clinical exposure. The application process for the Integrated Residency Program involves submitting a completed ERAS application with various components, including letters of recommendation and USMLE scores. Interviews for the program follow ACAPS rules.

Louisville, Kentucky, the location of the program, is described as "The New Portland" by Lonely Planet and ranks well in various categories like literacy, making it a comfortable and exciting city to live in. The city offers a blend of southern culture with a progressive feel, diverse neighborhoods, rich artistic offerings, beautiful parks, entertainment options, and a thriving food and drink scene.

While the program does not mention visa support on the website, it provides detailed information on the training structure, educational objectives, and the application process for interested medical students. For further details, potential applicants can contact the Program Coordinator listed on the website.