Education

Plastic surgery education and training session

Since the establishment of the Duke Division of Plastic, Maxillofacial, and Oral Surgery more than 75 years ago, we have experienced continued growth and continue to be a leader in educating and training world-class surgeons.

Our division is growing at a rapid pace. Faculty are being recruited to build new clinical programs and expands existing ones. 

Plastic Surgery Subinternship

We encourage medical students to apply for a subinternship rotation with us before they apply for a residency so they have the best immersive experience in all of what Duke Plastic Surgery has to offer. Learn more about the Plastic Surgery Subinternship.

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Residency Program

Duke offers a six-year integrated residency training program to prepare physicians to become tomorrow’s leaders in plastic surgery. Learn more about the Duke Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Residency Program.

Craniomaxillofacial Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship

The Craniomaxillofacial Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship at Duke University offers a one-to-two year clinical and research experience in complex craniomaxillofacial reconstructive surgery for fully trained craniomaxillofacial surgeons who desire to be academic leaders in craniomaxillofacial traumatology. Learn more about the Craniomaxillofacial Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship.

Advanced Training

We offer residents, attending physicians, and medical students the opportunity to perform advanced surgical training on fresh tissue. Courses include: