The first year of training includes rotations through
- Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
- General Surgery
- Plastic Surgery
- Oral Surgery
- Trama Surgery
- Pediatric Surgery
- Neurosurgery
- Surgical Intensive Care Unit
A protected four-month block of research time during the third year is part of the curriculum, and residents at all levels are encouraged to engage in clinical and basic science research. In selected instances, a particular resident may be provided time to engage in specific research of his or her special interest.
The Department provides every resident time and financial assistance to attend a national meeting, either of the American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, or the Combined Otolaryngological Spring Meetings. Residents presenting at other meetings are sponsored by the department. In addition, all residents are expected to attend the many continuing medical education courses and meetings sponsored by local and state societies. The state of Ohio is fortunate to have excellent otolaryngology training programs with high caliber continuing education.
Because residents are encouraged to stay in academic programs as full-time faculty members or to pursue private practice careers, this residency program fosters the development of residents' teaching abilities and interpersonal relationships, and includes a code of ethics and awareness of medical liability and malpractice problems as part of the training program format. Faculty members stress socio-economic aspects of healthcare delivery, including the importance of cost containment and the impact of managed care.