Elevate Your Surgical Expertise
Gain comprehensive training in both medical and surgical fields.
Combine a top-ranked medical education with advanced training in oral and maxillofacial surgery in this unique 6-year program that attracts some of the best trainees in the country. Join us and see how our program can advance your surgical career.
The U-M Medical School Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Residency Program welcomes applicants who’ve completed dental school and who seek an integrated clinical and academic program covering the breadth and depth of oral and maxillofacial surgery.
In this program, trainees spend about 2 years in medical school and 4 years rotating on surgical services, with a minimum of 30 months of oral and maxillofacial training.
Ultimately, our goal is to provide the training and support to produce oral and maxillofacial surgeons who go on to become the next experts in the field. Graduates meet the requirements leading to certification by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
The University of Michigan offers highly competitive salaries and tremendous benefits to our residents/fellows. An overview of salary, benefits and employment eligibility is available on the University of Michigan Medical School website.
The Department of Surgery at the U-M Medical School is comprised of a diverse and dedicated team. Under the guidance of dedicated faculty, residents develop skills that equip them to exceed the highest standards of patient care and research.
- Well-rounded and well-respected training: Residents study and train with a skilled cohort of students and faculty in the top-ranked U-M Medical School and U-M School of Dentistry. Graduates complete an MD, a 2-year certificate in general surgery allowing medical licensure, and a specialty certificate in oral and maxillofacial surgery.
- Expert teachers: With 10 full-time faculty, including 4 fellowship-trained faculty, we have one of the largest maxillofacial surgery teams in the country. Our recognized experts specialize in all facets of the discipline, including pediatric oral and maxillofacial surgery, providing diverse and broad exposure to residents.
- Unique opportunities: In addition to core maxillofacial surgical training, residents gain experience in microvascular surgery, one of our section’s specialties.
The Michigan Promise aims to empower faculty members and residents in the Department of Surgery to achieve professional success. We support initiatives connected to environment, recruitment, leadership, achievement, innovation and outreach.
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