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Department of Otolaryngology / Head and Neck Surgery
Augusta Veterans Affairs Medical Center
The Augusta VAMC Otolaryngology service is an integral part of the Medical College of Georgia Otolaryngology Department and as such offers a comprehensive Otolaryngology/Head and Neck service covering all aspects of Otolaryngology with the exception of pediatrics.
Each 3rd year MCG Otolaryngology resident (PGY 4) spends 6 months on an active service including 2.5 days of clinic service and 2.5 days of surgery each week during which time he/she has extensive exposure to head and neck neoplasms, otologic diseases, sinus diseases and facial plastic and reconstructive challenges.
The resident is under the direct supervision of an attending faculty at all times and consulting MCG Otolaryngology faculty are available to participate in otologic and facial plastic cases and procedures. However, the resident is responsible for all patient rounds, intern and student teaching and is considered the primary surgeon on all surgical cases.
In addition to using this rotation to refine his/her surgical skills, the resident is actively involved in developing skills in patient/family communications, surgery scheduling, arranging diagnostic studies and coordinating multiservice care when needed (XRT/HemOnc). The VAMC resident is also responsible for case selection and presentation for the monthly combined Otolaryngology Cancer Conference.
The goal of this hands-on rotation is to prepare the Otolaryngology resident to return to MCG for his/her "chief resident" year with the confidence and abilities necessary to function in that role and to ultimately enter the active practice of Otolaryngology with an appreciation for and understanding of what is involved in excellent patient care.
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