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Plastic Surgery Fellowship

Our ACGME-accredited independent plastic surgery program offers three years of training in aesthetics, trauma, pediatric, hand and adult reconstruction, with research and sub-specialty opportunities.

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Overview

The independent track is a three-year plastic surgery program. Our program has been ACGME-accredited since 1973. Our fellows will rotate on aesthetics, trauma, pediatric/clefts/craniofacial, hand and upper extremity and adult reconstructive surgery. There are also opportunities to rotate with plastic surgery sub-specialties in such areas as head and neck, oculoplastic, primary burn care and reconstruction (adult and pediatric). We have a strong commitment to academics and require active participation in research.

Our program is designed to provide fellows with a comprehensive clinical experience and knowledge of the basic and advanced principles plastic surgery. Our mission is to train conscientious, compassionate, caring, thoughtful and competent plastic surgeons that are well versed in scientific analysis and research principles. Our trainees graduate with the confidence knowledge and experience to meet any professional challenge.

Program Details

The ACGME-accredited Independent Plastic Surgery Program offers three years of training in all areas of plastic surgery.
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Facilities

Facilities

Fellows gain expert clinical experience at the major hospitals within the medical center campus, spanning several blocks of advanced facilities, along with the nearby Veterans Administration Medical Center, just two miles away.
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Life in Louisville

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Application and Interview Process

The following information outlines the process for current residents applying for the Plastic Surgery Independent Fellowship Program:

All Independent Applicants must apply through SFMatch

Interview dates will be held virtually on:

Monday, March 11, 2024

Applicants will choose either an AM or PM interview slot and are expected to be present for the entire session

Match day results will be released on Tuesday, May 13, 2024 at 9:00 am PT.

For additional information or for assistance with applications, contact:

Plastic Surgery Program Director
Dr. Bradon Wilhelmi
University of Louisville
Department of Surgery
550 South Jackson Street
Louisville, KY 40202
Bradon.wilhelmi@louisville.edu

Or

Plastic Surgery Program Coordinator
Amory Alvey
University of Louisville
Department of Surgery
550 South Jackson Street
Louisville, KY 40202
Amory.alvey@louisville.edu

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