OMFS Specialty Programs

The University of Iowa Hospital Dentistry Institute offers a four-year, fully accredited residency training program in oral and maxillofacial surgery.

Upon completion of study, the resident is eligible for examination leading to certification by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.

OMFS Internship

The University of Iowa Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery program sponsors a one year internship in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. This position is ideal for those interested in eventually pursuing a residency position in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Intern responsibilities are similar to those of first year residents, including treating patients in the outpatient clinics, taking call, going to the operating room, and participating in all departmental didactics. Past interns at the University of Iowa have had an excellent track record in eventually matching into an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residency program.

Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, CV and all supporting materials to:

Dr. Doug Kendrick
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Residency Program
Hospital Dentistry Institute
51362 Pomerantz Family Pavilion
200 Hawkins Drive
Iowa City, Iowa 52242

OMFS Externship

The Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery offers a one week hospital-based externship in oral and maxillofacial surgery. The program is designed for those highly motivated students who seek more intensive exposure to the specialty beyond what is traditionally incorporated in undergraduate dental education.

Externs are exposed to the full scope of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery including spending ample time in the operating room, as well as assisting the on-call resident with emergency room and ward care procedures. Participants make daily hospital rounds and attend all resident educational seminars and conferences.

Requirements for individuals interested in participating in this program include: