Fellowships

Information for members on current fellowships available in the specialty of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.

Should you wish to list a relevant fellowship, please email eo@anzaoms.org

Head and Neck Clinical Fellowship

The Chris O’Brien Lifehouse in Sydney, NSW offers a 12-month Head and Neck Clinical Fellowship. The Fellowship covers all aspects of head and neck ablative oncology and reconstructive surgery. The program interfaces with diagnostic imaging, pathology, dentistry, speech, nutrition, social work, psychiatry and research scientists. Fellows are mentored by ENT, General Surgeons, PRS and OMFS consultants. Ample exposure to maxillary and dental implantology and immediate dental rehabilitation with strong support from prosthodontists. Innovative research opportunities with mentorship offered.

There are two intakes per year in January and June. Preference is given to applicants who have completed Fellowship training, but consideration will be given to applicants in their final year of training – in ENT, General Surgery, Maxillofacial Surgery or Plastic Surgery – if they have considerable exposure to head and neck surgery or microvascular reconstruction.

The interested applicant should email their CV and a personal statement letter to Director of Fellowship Programme, Dr James Wykes – headandneck@lh.org.au

Fellowship in Head & Neck and Reconstructive Surgery

The Department of Maxillofacial Head & Neck Surgery at the University Hospital in Coventry in the UK is offering a Fellowship in Head & Neck and Reconstructive Surgery.

The Fellowship is for up to one year. Applications can be from anytime but start date will depend on whether there is an individual in post. The focus is on all aspects of Head & Neck Surgery and Head and Neck Reconstructive Surgery including microvascular reconstruction. There is usually the opportunity to participate on the Maxillofacial 2nd on call rota depending on experience.

Trainees in their final year of training or post training certification would be appropriate.

Application is by CV to:

Mr Gary Walton, Consultant Head & Neck & Reconstructive Surgeon, University Hospital Coventry UK, Gary.walton@uhcw.nhs.uk

Oral/Head and Neck Oncologic Surgry Fellowship

The Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the Univeristy of Tennessee in the United States offers a one-year accredited fellowship in oral/head and neck oncologic surgery, which focuses on the surgical management of benign and malignant tumors of this anatomic region. The applicant must possess an MD and/or DDS/DMD degree and have completed a four- or six-year residency program in oral and maxillofacial surgery. During the program, the fellow gains significant experience in the preoperative workup and operative ablation of patients with oral/head and neck neoplasms, including squamous cell carcinoma of the oral cavity, sarcomas of the jaws, odontogenic tumors, facial skin cancer and salivary gland tumors. Immediate and delayed reconstructive surgery techniques also are reviewed during the fellowship experience.

The fellow is expected to become involved in a research project during the year. Other activities include participation in head and neck tumour board meetings and review of histology pertaining to extirpated tumours. At the conclusion of the one-year experience, the fellow will be properly equipped to accept a teaching/clinical position in an academic medical centre or private practice depending on his or her career interests.

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Craniofacial Fellowship

The Craniofacial Surgery fellowship offered by the Yale School of Medicine in Connecticut, United States is a multi-disciplinary program covering the full acumen for a career as a facial plastic and craniofacial surgeon. Priority on technical training and surgical decision-making, with an emphasis on the pre- and post-operative care of patients is the cornerstone of the craniofacial fellowship. The educational syllabus is designed to allow the fellow to gain graduated responsibility, develop comfort with management of complex treatment paradigms, and hone their clinical acumen for a career as a craniofacial surgeon.

Program highlights include:

• Adult and Pediatric Craniofacial Surgery
• Craniosynostosis
• Orthognathic Surgery
• Cleft Surgery
• Acute and Secondary Trauma Reconstruction
• Craniofacial Microsurgery
• Virtual surgical planning
• Distraction Osteogenesis
• Pediatric Plastic Surgery
• Vascular Anomalies
• Facial Plastic Surgery

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Head & Neck Oncologic and Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship

The Head & Neck Oncologic and Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship at the Yale School of Medicine in Connecticut, United States is currently in its 8th year. We strive to provide advanced training in head and neck surgical oncology with high volume cancer extirpation and reconstruction including minimally invasive approaches (transoral robotic/laser surgery and sialendoscopy), as well as regional and free tissue transfer. Yale Cancer Center is one of 47 NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers in the nation. The head and neck cancer team includes a robust weekly multi-disciplinary tumour conference, the latest in clinical trials, and opportunities for clinical and basic science research.

This is a one-year clinical fellowship, with opportunities and expectations for research. At the conclusion of the Head and Neck Surgical Oncology and Reconstructive Fellowship, the candidate should have an extensive fund of knowledge in the multidisciplinary management of head and neck cancer and skills in surgical techniques. The candidate should be able to provide care for most patients presenting with a complex head and neck problem and be on par with his/her colleagues who pursued post-residency training.

The Fellow will participate in surgical, in-patient, and out-patient care of all head and neck tumour patients treated by full-time Yale faculty. The Fellow will be expected to participate in the operating room, clinics, multidisciplinary tumour conferences, as well as selected cancer centre educational events and resident didactics. The Fellow will be expected to work with and supervise residents in the management of in-patient care as part of his/her training in transitioning to become an academic otolaryngologist.

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Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Fellowship in Facial Deformity Hobart 2025 (KLS Martin)

Applications are open for the Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (Facial Deformity) Fellowship in Hobart, Tasmania. The position will allow the successful applicant to further training and interest. The position will commence in Feb 2025. 

The applicant should possess the FRACDS (OMS), or its international equivalent qualification. Full specialist registration with the Medical and Dental Boards of Australia in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (AHPRA) is mandatory at commencement. 

The position provides the successful candidate with the opportunity to develop further training and expertise in all aspects of OMS, focusing on deformity. The appointment will be at Calvary Hospital and the Tasmanian Health Service for 12 months (subject to successful appointment).

The range of caseload includes but is not limited to – 

1) Complex Trauma (hard and soft tissue) 

2) Management of acquired and congenital dentofacial deformities and complex orthognathic procedures. 

3) Complex TMJoint Surgery and reconstruction 

4) Complex Dental Implantology and reconstruction 

5) Secondary cleft surgery

The timetable allows some flexibility with respect to clinical workload, and there is scope for exposure to attend clinical cases with other surgeons including similar craft group specialties (subject to institutional approval). The appointee will report to the Fellowship Supervisor.

An excellent remuneration package is provided to the successful candidate through private practice associateship, assisting fees and salary. 

You will be required to undertake research activity as part of your role, and aim to complete one project which may be submitted for publication. Participation in continuing education and presentations, as well as completion of a surgical logbook are mandatory. Participation in on-call (second on-call as a consultant) and after-hours activities will be required.

Enquire / Apply for this Position

For more information, contact fellowship supervisor Mr Ankit Garg via ankit@tomis.com.au or 0417543380. 

To apply please send cover letter and Resume to Mr Ankit Garg at ankit@tomis.com.au

As a result of Coronavirus (COVID-19), it is a condition of employment with Calvary HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had COVID-19 vaccinations, including where recommended by public health authorities and booster vaccinations.

As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check and hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

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Epworth/Monash Health Oral & Cranio Maxillofacial Fellowship

• Richmond VIC 3121, Australia
• Full-time
• Commencement 5th Aug 2024 for 6 months, with an opportunity to extend for a further 6 months: 
• Hospital/Service: Epworth Corporate

Job Description

Epworth Richmond Hospital has a long and proud history in providing and supporting cutting edge Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (OMS) Services to patients in Melbourne. As part of this ongoing commitment to excellence, Epworth Richmond is excited to announce a Fellowship opportunity in the field of Oral & Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery. 

Monash Health Children’s Hospital is part of Monash Health and is one of Australia’s leading providers of integrated children’s health services. The hospital has a long-standing history of providing a multi-disciplinary and structured approach towards the management of children with cleft and craniofacial anomalies. Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons play a key role in the MDT management of these patients.

An exciting new position is open to national and international applicants with appropriate qualifications in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery to further their training and interest. The applicant should possess the FRACDS (OMS), or its international equivalent qualification. For international applicants, registration with either the Medical/Dental Boards of Australia (AHPRA) is mandatory.

The position provides the successful candidate with the opportunity to develop further sub-specialty training and expertise in the areas of paediatric OMS and secondary cleft surgery, management of acquired and congenital dentofacial deformities and complex orthognathic procedures. The timetable allows some flexibility with respect to clinical workload, and there is scope for exposure to TMJ surgery and trauma (by invitation) to attend clinical cases with Supervising Surgeons at other institutions (subject to institutional approval). The appointee will report to the Chief Supervisor of Epworth & Monash Health Stryker Fellowship, and when functioning at other institutions will be under the guidance of the Heads of relevant departments of those institutions, and report directly to the supervising surgeon.

The successful candidate is expected to undertake research activity as part of their role and aim to complete one project which may be submitted for publication. Participation in continuing education and presentations, as well as completion of a surgical logbook are mandatory. Participation in on-call and after-hours activity may be required from time to time.

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Synthes Trumatch Orthognathic Sugery Fellowship, Melbourne, Australia

Through generous funding provided by Johnson and Johnson Pty Ltd and Synthes Pty Ltd a Fellowship in Orthognathic Surgery has become available in Melbourne, Australia.

The Fellow will get exposure to a large volume of orthognathic cases working with Mr Nick Rutherford and six other surgeons across Melbourne for a period of six months.

The focus is Orthognathic Surgery using Trumatch VSP but areas of Trauma and Head and Neck Reconstruction can be facilitated through Austin Health.

The Fellow will gain experience in the following areas;

1. Preoperative assessment.
2. Trumatch virtual planning including access to all sessions.
3. Executing orthognathic procedures in conjunction with Trumatch printed prostheses.
4. Postoperative management.

The post is sponsored by Johnson and Johnson Pty Ltd / Synthes Pty Ltd and governance provided by Ramsay Health Pty Ltd. The fellow will be based predominantly at Warringal Private Hospital.

Salary $90K AUD per annum supplemented by billing for surgical assistance from Medicare and private health funds.

Commencement: Monday August 5th 2024 onwards for six months (open to earlier commencement from 29th April 2024 if available)

Candidates must or be able to be registered as a Medical Practitioner with AHPRA and completed their OMFS training with FRACDS(OMS) or equivalent.

For further information, complete job description and application please contact Mr Nick Rutherford on njrutherford@bigpond