Plastic Surgery - PLAS 540

Prerequisites:

Internal Medicine and Surgery Clerkships

Location:

University of Maryland

Description and Goals:

This elective will involve a rotation on the Plastic Surgery Service at the University of Maryland Hospital. The student will be an active member of the team involved in the care of patients with facial and hand trauma, burns, congenital anomalies, as well as, cosmetic and post ablation reconstructions. The student will learn to manage complex wounds and actively participate in skin grafting, lesion excision, and serve as an assistant in more complex operations.

Number of Students:

1

Time of Year Available:

Academic weeks 1-48

Hours:

Monday through Friday - Yes
Evenings - No
Weekends - No
Call - No

Faculty Responsible:

Dr. Sheri Slezak
sslezak@smail.umaryland.edu  

Administrative Contact:

Sarah Kidd
(410) 328-5878
Fax: (410) 328-5919
skidd@smail.umaryland.edu  

Additional Information:

Completion of all SOM paperwork for international electives is required.  

Last Revision: April 18, 2013