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University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Microvascular Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship
| Fellowship Director: | Joseph E. Losee, MD |
| Associate Director: | Michael L. Gimbel, MD |
| Address: | Nina Beedle |
| Start Date: | July 1, 2007 |
| NRMP Code: | N / A |
| Description: | The Microvascular Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship is a one year fellowship within the division of plastic surgery which concentrates on the functional and aesthetic reconstruction of defects and deficits throughout the entire body, including after head and neck cancer extirpation, mastectomy, trunk cancer resection, lower extremity cancer or trauma, for dynamic facial reanimation, and for other congenital or acquired defects. Microsurgical techniques are heavily emphasized, although conventional macroscopic techniques are also represented. The fellow participates in a busy operative schedule, as well as weekly conferences and clinics, and is involved in academic and clinical house officer teaching. In addition, the fellow conducts clinical research projects during the year with the expected goal of regional and national meeting presentation and manuscript submission. |
| Stipend: | Salary varies depending on post-graduate level (~$48,000 ? 51,000) |
| Eligibility Requirements: | Candidates must have successfully completed an ACGME Accredited Plastic Surgery Residency and be board certified or board eligible in Plastic Surgery. ECFMG Certification is required for all International Medical Graduates. |