Plastic Surgery
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Kevin Calder
Clinical Associate Professor
Kevin_Calder@med.unc.edu
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FAQs / Additional Info
Typically, after an email expresses interest.
We should be able to discuss this in a meeting.
Ideally, they are specialty heavy. At least surgical.
Yes, in Plastic Surgery.
It increases visibility allows a more personalized LOR.
Email first to arrange a time. Bring any questions you may have about schedule, LOR etc.
3. From PD, chief, and someone you have worked with closely who knows you well.
While on rotation towards the end of the time.
Different programs speak to different individuals. Is your goal academic surgery or community/private practice? We can discuss options based on your goals. I do recommend at applying to both styles of programs to make sure you explore all options.
Only if crucial
Please call Dr. Alice Chuang (you should identify this as an issue before ERAS is open)
Sometimes reaching out via email about what appeals to you about the program is helpful.
No.
An email used to be acceptable, but programs are unable to communicate with applicants directly after interviews so some will say not to send them at all.
Identifying interest is fine.
Please inform Dr. Alice Chuang. No programs should be reaching out to you directly.