University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Program

The University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Program offers a five-year ACGME accredited Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery residency program that matches three residents each year. The program provides residents with extensive mentorship from faculty members specializing in various subspecialties such as Head and Neck Oncology, Laryngology, Pediatric Otolaryngology, Otology & Neurotology, Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, and Rhinology & Anterior Skull Base Surgery.

Training primarily takes place at the University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics, which is a Level 1 trauma center with 505 beds and is nationally ranked in various specialties, including Otolaryngology. Residents also rotate at other prestigious facilities like the American Family Children's Hospital and the William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital.

The program emphasizes accelerated clinical responsibility, early operative experience, integrated research opportunities, and an inclusive environment promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Residents benefit from a well-rounded training experience that includes an excellent operative experience and ample opportunities for professional development. The program also offers a robust and enjoyable training experience in a diverse, vibrant, and bike-friendly city like Madison, consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S.

Application requirements include submitting application materials via ERAS, passing both parts of Step 2 examination, and providing required documents such as letters of recommendation, personal statement, medical school transcript, and photograph. The program also holds virtual interviews on specific dates and emphasizes the importance of diversity in its resident selection process to promote an inclusive environment within the program.

Residents at the University of Wisconsin Otolaryngology program have access to dedicated research time during the 2nd and 3rd years of training. The program's robust research infrastructure and funding opportunities, including collaborations with the NIH and other research programs, provide residents with unique research experiences to present their work at local, regional, and national meetings.

Overall, the University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery residency program offers a comprehensive, challenging, and rewarding training experience for future otolaryngologists, preparing them for successful careers whether they choose private practice or pursue sub-specialty fellowship training or academics.