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UNC\u2019s Department of Otolaryngology\/Head & Neck Surgery Resident Training Program strives to produce otolaryngologists, world class surgeons, empathetic providers and our nation\u2019s top leaders. We have multiple nationally and world renowned fellowship trained faculty in each subspecialty. We provide a well-rounded, balanced training program with extensive clinical and research experience. We aim to equip our residents with the skills to integrate seamlessly into the ever changing landscape of healthcare. Most importantly, we foster a sense of family in a supportive, collaborative and respectful environment.<\/div>\n
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One of our strengths lies in being the public, academic medical center operated by and for the people of North Carolina. We are consistently ranked among the best training programs in the country. The program is five years in duration, however, we also an alternative career path of seven years with two of those years in the lab supported by an NIH T32 Training Grant. During the five years of training, our residents become trained in all aspects of Otolaryngology\/Head & Neck Surgery. Our graduates have great success obtaining top fellowships in the sub disciplines of Otolaryngology\/Head & Neck Surgery as well as highly sought after positions in academic and private practice. They remain and will always be part of our UNC Otolaryngology family.<\/div>\n

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