The Department of Otorhinolaryngology offers a four-week external rotation in otolaryngology. Medical students will participate in clinic, the operating room and the inpatient floor service. They will gain exposure to general otolaryngology and subspecialties including head and neck surgery, rhinology, laryngology, sleep, plastic reconstructive surgery, otology and pediatric otolaryngology. Students work one-on-one with faculty in clinic and with the resident team in the OR and on the inpatient floors.
We accept seniors from LCME-accredited or COCA-accredited medical schools only. The course number is SUR 759
All applicants must meet these requirements:
As part of the application process, we request that students include the below information in an email to Kathleen Javor.
1. Board Scores
2. Statement of Interest
3. Please attach your CV.
Applicants who are accepted for a rotation will then be asked to complete the online Visiting Student Application Service (VSAS) in order to register the course with Rush Medical College. Of note, do not apply to VSAS unless you have been notified of acceptance for a rotation.
All students must have proof of adequate immunizations and proof of adequate malpractice insurance. This information will be required to be submitted with your VSAS documentation.
We begin accepting applications March 1, 2023 and all applications will ideally be submitted by May 1, 2023. You must notify us within two weeks of acceptance if you would like to accept or decline our offer. All applications will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis, based upon availability.
More information for visiting students can be found on Rush Medical College’s visiting student page.
If you have questions regarding your application please contact our program manager, Kathleen Javor.