Head & Neck Surgical Oncology Fellowship

Programme overview

Ablative head and neck oncologic surgery of mucosal, salivary and cutaneous malignancy, thyroid/parathyroid surgery and free-flap and pedicled-flap reconstruction, following the AHNS curriculum. Co-directors Drs David Choi and Michael Gupta.

Source intake statement at last review: Official institution page; current intake not confirmed

A published programme or position count does not establish a current vacancy.

Training and clinical exposure

Estimated faculty cases per 12 months: complex composite reconstruction 120, free flap 60-75, neck dissection 200, parotidectomy 125, maxillectomy 35, sentinel node biopsies 120, robotic oropharyngectomy 15.Captured from the official source listed below

International applicant assessment

Acceptance, medical registration and immigration are separate decisions. Clinical training does not automatically confer operative privileges.

Can international surgeons apply?

Eligibility unclear — confirm with the programmeCaptured from the official source listed below

Clinical role and hands-on restrictions

Not yet confirmed from an official sourceNot yet confirmed

Medical registration

CPSO postgraduate education certificate eligibilityCaptured from the official source listed below

Language

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Visa or work authorisation

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Application timeline and contact

Application deadline

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Commencement / intake

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Application cycle

Application and file review 15 May - 20 July of the year preceding the intended start; rolling virtual interviews; notification in AugustCaptured from the official source listed below

Published positions — not remaining vacancies

1 per 12 monthsCaptured from the official source listed below

How to apply

Email CV to choidl@mcmaster.caCaptured from the official source listed below

Official programme contact

Dr David Choi, choidl@mcmaster.ca, 905-522-1155 ext. 33377Captured from the official source listed below

Eligibility and application documents

Published entry requirements

Clinical fellows must be eligible for a certificate authorizing postgraduate education from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO).Captured from the official source listed below

Application documents

Up-to-date CV (within 6 months of submission)Captured from the official source listed below

Benefits, funding and costs

Salary or funding

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Fees and upfront expenses

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Benefits and support

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Accommodation or relocation

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Unknown funding does not mean unpaid; unknown fees do not mean free. Confirm the written appointment terms before committing.

Host institution

McMaster University · St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton and Juravinski Hospital / Juravinski Cancer Centre

McMaster University · St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton and Juravinski Hospital / Juravinski Cancer Centre in Hamilton, Canada hosts this official-source SurgFellow record in Head & Neck Surgery. Listings do not imply endorsement or an open intake.