Pediatric Plastic and Craniofacial Surgery Fellowship
Pediatric Plastic and Craniofacial Surgery Fellowship
The Fellowship Program in Pediatric Plastic and Craniofacial Surgery at Nationwide Children’s Hospital is a 12-month program with an optional second year of training.
The Pediatric Plastic and Craniofacial Surgery Fellowship prepares trainees to care for patients across the spectrum of pediatric reconstructive surgery in a high-volume tertiary care environment. The focus of the program is on learning a comprehensive, family-centered, multi-disciplinary team approach to various disorders including craniofacial anomalies, cleft lip and palate, resonance disorders, vascular malformations, and pediatric upper extremity disorders.
Protected time allows for the pursuit of interests in clinical research, quality improvement and global health.
We strive for excellence in state-of-the-art clinical care, research, and training, and our team is committed to achieving the best clinical outcomes, to the discovery of new knowledge, and to the education of future leaders in the field. The fellowship is fully accredited by the American Society of Craniofacial Surgeons (ASCFS).
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Our Mission
Quality professional education is one of the fundamental pillars that support the mission of Nationwide Children’s Hospital to be a world leader in pediatric healthcare, one that is committed to training future leaders in academic pediatric subspecialty care. The Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery offers fellowship training for those who intend to pursue a career in plastic surgery devoted to the expert care of children. It is the goal of our fellowship program to train the future leaders in the discipline of pediatric plastic and craniofacial surgery, leaders devoted to excellence in pediatric care, research, and education.
Training & Experience
During the 12-month experience, fellows will be exposed to clinical management and operative techniques in general pediatric plastic surgery as well as those related to the interdisciplinary centers and programs within the Section of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery:
- 22q Center
- Adolescent Breast Program
- Brachial Plexus and Peripheral Nerve Program
- Center for Complex Craniofacial Disorders (American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association approved craniofacial team)
- Cleft Lip and Palate Center (American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association approved cleft team)
- Vascular Anomalies Center
- Velopharyngeal Dysfunction Program
Education
In addition to hands-on clinical training, fellows participate in didactic learning opportunities at Nationwide Children’s, including clinical research seminars, core competency lectures, and departmental lectures and conferences. Surgical simulation training is also provided.
Additionally, fellows may attend the weekly educational conferences of The Ohio State University Department of Plastic Surgery.
Research
Fellows have protected time to participate in the design and execution of clinical research projects in collaboration with departmental faculty and staff and with the support of the Center for Surgical Outcomes Research.
Research education and training are vital to the mission of Nationwide Children's Hospital and The Abigail Wexner Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital. As a top-ten free-standing pediatric research center and an academic affiliate of The Ohio State University, The Research Institute has an outstanding faculty, dedicated to training and mentoring the next generation of scientists in pediatric research.
Research at Nationwide Children's Hospital
Quality Improvement
Fellows receive education in quality improvement tools and will facilitate projects to support best clinical practices and outcomes for patients treated within the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
Advocacy
Advocacy training fosters and encourages interest in child advocacy by early involvement and exposure to its many aspects such as addressing social determinants of health, community collaboration, health finance, health policy and legislative advocacy.
Eligibility
Eligible candidates should have completed an ACGME-accredited plastic surgery residency program and should be certified board-eligible by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
Two-Step Application
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Register for the San Francisco Match at www.sfmatch.org. Applicant registration begins in January. Please note that although registration is open up until the match deadline, applicants are encouraged to register as early as possible to allow time for application and interviews.
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Complete application through the American Society of Craniofacial Surgeons at ascfs.org/fellowships.cgi.
Both San Francisco Match and ASCFS applications must be completed in their entirety before candidate will be considered for interview.
Applicants will be required to submit 3 letters of recommendation, and one must come from the program director.
