Message from the Program DirectorThe faculty in the Division of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery have been recognized nationally and internationally for excellence in the areas of neurotology, phonosurgery, pediatric otolaryngology, facial plastic surgery, rhinology and head and neck oncology. In a recent issue of US News and World Report, University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics was ranked among the nation’s top 50 hospitals in numerous categories. The Division of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery was the highest ranked specialty at this institution for 2009. The residency program consists of five years of otolaryngology. During your first year the intern will rotate on six general surgical services, neurosurgery, emergency medicine, ICU, anesthesia and spend two months on otolaryngology. Your PGY-2 year is spent mainly on otolaryngology with a focus on pediatrics at the American Family Children’s Hospital and a speech and audiology rotation, allergy clinic, radiation oncology and microsurgery. During your PGY-3 year the resident will start to work at the Williams S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital (VA), University of Wisconsin Hospital and the opportunity to start research projects. The PGY-4 year is dedicated to rotating at UW and Meriter Hospitals as well as the 1 S. Park clinics, which are a joint venture between Meriter Hospital and UW Hospital. Your final year consists of rotations at UW Hospital, VA and Transformations Plastic Surgery Center. The University of Wisconsin Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery residency program offers an outstanding research support environment including cutting-edge facilities specializing in voice disorders, access to multiple laboratories including bioengineering, temporal bone dissection, a laryngeal physiology facility and microsurgery lab. Residents here will gain broad experience allowing them to develop outstanding clinical and surgical skills. Many will build their work through fellowships, post graduate research and academic careers. Madison is Wisconsin’s capital city, home of the University of Wisconsin’s main campus and is renowned for its natural beauty, outdoor recreation, and culture. I encourage you to explore Madison while considering a rigorous and rewarding educational experience with us here at the University of Wisconsin’s Division Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Residency Program. Sincerely, |