University of Utah Health Program

The University of Utah Health Program offers a Plastic Surgery - Integrated residency program with three residents accepted per year in the integrated program and one in the independent program. Integrated residents undergo a comprehensive training in plastic surgery, general surgery, ENT, orthopedics, ophthalmology, dermatology, burn surgery, and other specialties during the initial three years. The final three years involve rotations at the University of Utah Hospital, Primary Children's Hospital, and The Salt Lake VA Medical Center, with increasing responsibilities and exposure to various plastic surgery aspects. The program covers a broad range of clinical areas, including hand surgery, aesthetic surgery, and reconstructive surgery.

Integrated applicants apply through ERAS and match through NRMP. The program is structured to provide progressive responsibilities through clinical rotations at different hospitals and emphasizes ethical and moral principles. The University of Utah Medical Center, Primary Children's Hospital, and the VA Medical Center are key clinical sites offering diverse experiences in plastic and reconstructive surgery. The program also supports a resident cosmetic clinic where senior residents can perform various procedures under supervision.

Weekly conferences and educational sessions provide an interactive learning environment for residents, covering a wide range of plastic surgery topics. The curriculum includes didactic lectures, case presentations, hand conferences, and journal clubs. The program aims to equip residents with the necessary skills to excel in preoperative assessment, intraoperative techniques, and postoperative care.

Residents at the University of Utah School of Medicine are actively involved in clinics, surgical procedures, and rounds to enhance their learning experience. They have opportunities to participate in resident cosmetic clinics, develop operative plans, and work closely with attending physicians to ensure quality patient care. The teaching program is coordinated by a full-time faculty, and residents have access to diverse clinical exposures and research opportunities.

The University of Utah Plastic Surgery residency program offers a dynamic and well-rounded training environment set in a picturesque location, providing residents with a rewarding training experience.