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Everyone knows that it is the same person who just needs to stop bashing the program and move on! It is utterly ridiculous at this point!
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For 6-year programs charging med school tuition, does anyone know of programs “getting creative” to help potential residents with financing due to BBB? With private loans looming (no longer eligible for more Grad Plus), could there be a possibility that tuition could be deducted from stipend so there’s no “tuition bomb” once you matriculate?
Are you saying it would be less loans if they use the resident salary to pay for the tuition? Well you'd then be taking loans out for living expenses. The optimal way that all programs should do is pay a full resident salary for all 6 years (most programs don't pay during med school, or at least not a full salary). That and allow moonlighting. That'll at least help a bit. Other than that, not sure what more they can do.
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It’d be easier to manage tuition if it was spread across 6 years, rather than coming up with lump sums for the med school. Especially if program pays during med school, then it can be thought of as a slight reduction in pay. Bonus that’d it’d be taken out before taxes.
I, for one, feel like I could live on these salaries even when adjusted for this deduction. Not sure if I could come up with all of tuition at once without loans, thought. I do see your point that some would still need $$$ for their living expenses.
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OMFS Non-Categorical Internship Opening - ONE POSITION REMAINING
Website: Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery » College of Dentistry » University of Florida
The University of Florida College of Dentistry, Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery in Gainesville, FL, offers 2 one-year non-categorical internship (NCI) positions for dentists preparing to apply to OMS residency training programs who are interested in gaining an additional year of education with hands-on experience in oral and maxillofacial surgery, beyond that which is taught during dental school. The non-categorical Internship position is twelve months in length. We currently have one position open.
The NCI position provides clinical training in the full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery; patient care responsibilities are commensurate with categorical OMS interns. OMS interns will be rotating through UFHealth/Shands – a level 1 trauma center. OMS interns will also have experience in operating room cases.
In addition to an immersive clinical training experience, NCI’s participate in the OMS Residency Program’s robust didactic learning environment alongside current OMS residents and may have access to research opportunities. Although not required, it is our goal for each NCI to complete a reviewed publication during the year.
Duration: 12 Months
Salary: Stipend: $55,000 plus health, life and disability insurance, 10 days paid vacation and paid sick leave.
Eligibility: Qualified Candidates must have a DDS/DMD from a U.S. or Canadian accredited Dental School and are U.S. citizens, or U.S. Permanent Residents, and must submit all required program application materials by the application deadline. You do not need to have a Florida Dental License to apply.
Application Deadline: The application cycle for admissions to the 2026-2027 Internship year is February 20, 2026.
Application:
Please submit your PASS Program application with your Current CV, and (recommended but not required) your NBME CBSE exam score report (if available) by email to: Patricia Carpenter, OMS Program Assistant at: [email protected] or Danielle Freburg-Hoffmeister, DDS, MD, OMS Program Director at: [email protected]
If you did not submit a standard PASS application during the most recent interview cycle, please contact [email protected] for a blank standard application to complete and return.
Website: Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery » College of Dentistry » University of Florida
The University of Florida College of Dentistry, Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery in Gainesville, FL, offers 2 one-year non-categorical internship (NCI) positions for dentists preparing to apply to OMS residency training programs who are interested in gaining an additional year of education with hands-on experience in oral and maxillofacial surgery, beyond that which is taught during dental school. The non-categorical Internship position is twelve months in length. We currently have one position open.
The NCI position provides clinical training in the full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery; patient care responsibilities are commensurate with categorical OMS interns. OMS interns will be rotating through UFHealth/Shands – a level 1 trauma center. OMS interns will also have experience in operating room cases.
In addition to an immersive clinical training experience, NCI’s participate in the OMS Residency Program’s robust didactic learning environment alongside current OMS residents and may have access to research opportunities. Although not required, it is our goal for each NCI to complete a reviewed publication during the year.
Duration: 12 Months
Salary: Stipend: $55,000 plus health, life and disability insurance, 10 days paid vacation and paid sick leave.
Eligibility: Qualified Candidates must have a DDS/DMD from a U.S. or Canadian accredited Dental School and are U.S. citizens, or U.S. Permanent Residents, and must submit all required program application materials by the application deadline. You do not need to have a Florida Dental License to apply.
Application Deadline: The application cycle for admissions to the 2026-2027 Internship year is February 20, 2026.
Application:
Please submit your PASS Program application with your Current CV, and (recommended but not required) your NBME CBSE exam score report (if available) by email to: Patricia Carpenter, OMS Program Assistant at: [email protected] or Danielle Freburg-Hoffmeister, DDS, MD, OMS Program Director at: [email protected]
If you did not submit a standard PASS application during the most recent interview cycle, please contact [email protected] for a blank standard application to complete and return.
That’s a good point. It could help. Not sure it’d make a big difference though. The 6 year track really needs to do big changes. Probably there are hurdles I’m unaware of but maybe the biggest thing would be if they could all convert to 5 year programs like Case Western. Getting out a year early financially is probably the biggest difference maker
Texas A&M offers a full stipend for all 6 years, and medical school is only $20k per year (Paying for 3 years, so $60k total). PGY-1 stipend begins at $52k and caps out at about $75k during PGY-6, along with retirement and healthcare benefits. Texas is also a lot more affordable to live in than the NE or West Coast.
Our chairman and program director are really looking to make the MD worth obtaining rather than going into more debt. Prospective dental students, come join us for an externship!
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery externship
This was a tough cycle. Alot more applicants and seems like all the matched results are 70-75+ CBSE scores. Hardly any non-cats matching.
jawsurgeonx
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Buffalo has a 4-year program now?
Hello,
I am looking for a non-cat position. Please let me know if any programs have openings.
I am looking for a non-cat position. Please let me know if any programs have openings.
Non-categorical Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Internship
Case Western Reserve University offers a one-year Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery internship for those interested in strengthening their OMFS application while gaining meaningful clinical and surgical experience. The non-categorical OMFS resident position offers a unique, supportive environment designed to help you grow, learn, and succeed. Interns receive similar education, training, and responsibilities as those of an oral and maxillofacial surgery resident; this includes treating patients in the outpatient clinics, taking call, going to the operating room, and participating in all departmental didactics. However, this one-year program cannot be counted toward completion of a formal certificate program.
- Dedicated CBSE Study Time: Protected time off to prepare for the CBSE so you can focus on maximizing your score
- Interview Support: Time off for OMFS interviews, separate from vacation/study time
- Flexible Vacation Time
- Close Faculty Mentorship: Work closely with experienced, supportive faculty for a strong letter of recommendation
- Hands-On Surgical Experience: Opportunities to perform procedures in both the clinic and the OR
- Call Responsibilities: On-call duties that provide learning opportunities while maintaining a reasonable work-life balance.
Requirements to apply: Eligible for an Ohio dental license. If accepted, the intern must have an Ohio dental License.
Please see our website for more information about the program: CWRU OMFS
Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, CV, and all supporting materials to:
[email protected] (Chair)
Dale Baur, DDS
Interim Dean, Division Chair
Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Case Western Reserve University
9601 Chester Ave.
Cleveland OH 44106
Tel: 216-368-6170
[email protected]
future_omfss
Full Member
Hi guys,
I matched at a program that I ranked 1st but I am having family issues and won’t be able to move. What can I do?
I matched at a program that I ranked 1st but I am having family issues and won’t be able to move. What can I do?
Just dm'd you
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For those still looking for a great non-categorical experience!
The Harlem Hospital OMFS program is an accredited 4-year OMFS Program in Harlem, New York. We practice full scope OMS and offer our residents the opportunity to serve patients in an exciting, fast-paced, and highly diverse environment. Harlem Hospital is a busy Level 2 trauma center that still accepts the majority of level one traumas in the area. The service covers facial trauma of the hospital 24/7/365.
The program has a history of matching its own non-categorical interns, and an overall very high match rate for residents in the last 4 years. We participate in the Match and offer 1 categorical position each year. We are looking for hard-working, self-motivated individuals to join our team this upcoming 2026-2027 year. Historically, we have a high rate of matching our interns.
Please note: Eligible candidates must have completed a 1-year residency with valid certificate or have / be eligible to obtain a valid NY state dental license prior to starting.
(see NYS Dentistry:License Requirements)
By the end of this internship, you should be able to:
Assist in outpatient clinics by performing dentoalveolar procedures and identifying cases for the OR
Perform preoperative evaluation of surgery patients
Provide on call coverage and ER, OR and inpatient management of oral and maxillofacial surgery patients
Assist in the operating room and watch full-scope oral and maxillofacial surgery procedures
Perform venipuncture and various vascular access
Read and analyze labs and quantitative test
Read computed tomography for the head and neck region
Perform a thorough history and physical
Improve efficiency with dentoalveolar procedures
Address complications associated with dentoalveolar procedures
Participate in Grand Rounds and discussion of preoperative and postoperative of surgical patients
Participate in all resident academic activities and didactic departmental conferences
Practice communication in a hospital and team environment
Manage and teach general practice/pediatric dental residents in the hospital setting
Volunteer and provide outreach in a culturally and socioeconomically diverse and underserved community
Evaluate, diagnose, and treat common pathology to the head and neck region
Provide emergency dental care
Evaluate research articles and participate in discussions regarding the quality of the information presented
Interns will receive the salary and benefits at the PGY 2 level, which was just recently increased for residents associated with the NYC Health + Hospital System - Public Hospital Residents Win Contract Deal, Reaching Parity With Private Peers
If interested, please email the program director Dr. James R. King ([email protected]) with your CV or PASS application. Feel free to private message me for any questions!
The Harlem Hospital OMFS program is an accredited 4-year OMFS Program in Harlem, New York. We practice full scope OMS and offer our residents the opportunity to serve patients in an exciting, fast-paced, and highly diverse environment. Harlem Hospital is a busy Level 2 trauma center that still accepts the majority of level one traumas in the area. The service covers facial trauma of the hospital 24/7/365.
The program has a history of matching its own non-categorical interns, and an overall very high match rate for residents in the last 4 years. We participate in the Match and offer 1 categorical position each year. We are looking for hard-working, self-motivated individuals to join our team this upcoming 2026-2027 year. Historically, we have a high rate of matching our interns.
Please note: Eligible candidates must have completed a 1-year residency with valid certificate or have / be eligible to obtain a valid NY state dental license prior to starting.
(see NYS Dentistry:License Requirements)
By the end of this internship, you should be able to:
Assist in outpatient clinics by performing dentoalveolar procedures and identifying cases for the OR
Perform preoperative evaluation of surgery patients
Provide on call coverage and ER, OR and inpatient management of oral and maxillofacial surgery patients
Assist in the operating room and watch full-scope oral and maxillofacial surgery procedures
Perform venipuncture and various vascular access
Read and analyze labs and quantitative test
Read computed tomography for the head and neck region
Perform a thorough history and physical
Improve efficiency with dentoalveolar procedures
Address complications associated with dentoalveolar procedures
Participate in Grand Rounds and discussion of preoperative and postoperative of surgical patients
Participate in all resident academic activities and didactic departmental conferences
Practice communication in a hospital and team environment
Manage and teach general practice/pediatric dental residents in the hospital setting
Volunteer and provide outreach in a culturally and socioeconomically diverse and underserved community
Evaluate, diagnose, and treat common pathology to the head and neck region
Provide emergency dental care
Evaluate research articles and participate in discussions regarding the quality of the information presented
Interns will receive the salary and benefits at the PGY 2 level, which was just recently increased for residents associated with the NYC Health + Hospital System - Public Hospital Residents Win Contract Deal, Reaching Parity With Private Peers
If interested, please email the program director Dr. James R. King ([email protected]) with your CV or PASS application. Feel free to private message me for any questions!
Dr teeth AZ
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Feel free to message me if you have any questions
Has this position been filled? Unable to send you a direct message.
Just sent you a DM
(1-year Internship) Christiana Care Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
1 Non-categorical Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Internship position is available at Christiana Care Health System OMFS program located in Wilmington, DE.
Christiana Care is a hospital-based program that is exposed to the full scope of Oral and Maxillofacial surgery, we take 24/7 facial trauma call at two hospitals - one of which is a Level I Center. The non-categorical interns share the same rigorous clinical and academic responsibilities as the PGY-1 class. We have a strong history of matching out non-categorical interns the following year and our program is significantly involved in preparing individuals for the application cycle.
We are a tight knit, resident run program that enjoys spending time together and helping each other succeed. This is a great opportunity for current candidates interested in OMFS to strengthen their application and expand their surgical skills. A PGY-1 salary (~76k) is offered – Christiana offers a nationally competitive resident salary with low cost of living in Wilmington, DE.
Must be a US citizen and graduated form a CODA accredited dental school.
Please send your CV, letters of recommendation, and personal statement to [email protected] and [email protected].
1 Non-categorical Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Internship position is available at Christiana Care Health System OMFS program located in Wilmington, DE.
Christiana Care is a hospital-based program that is exposed to the full scope of Oral and Maxillofacial surgery, we take 24/7 facial trauma call at two hospitals - one of which is a Level I Center. The non-categorical interns share the same rigorous clinical and academic responsibilities as the PGY-1 class. We have a strong history of matching out non-categorical interns the following year and our program is significantly involved in preparing individuals for the application cycle.
We are a tight knit, resident run program that enjoys spending time together and helping each other succeed. This is a great opportunity for current candidates interested in OMFS to strengthen their application and expand their surgical skills. A PGY-1 salary (~76k) is offered – Christiana offers a nationally competitive resident salary with low cost of living in Wilmington, DE.
Must be a US citizen and graduated form a CODA accredited dental school.
Please send your CV, letters of recommendation, and personal statement to [email protected] and [email protected].
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PocketAtlas
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I think unfortunately goldenrod here is leaving out a lot of context. Before you take any advice from what many assume is a bitter former ex-resident, let’s make sure the facts are set straight. I’ve spent a lot of time digging into this and connecting with some of the current and former residents at OU and this is what’s really going on. Was it malignant. Yes. Has it improved significantly. Also Yes. Did them going unmatched set off a catalyst of change - absolutely. Before he trashes this program even more, he should let you all know that he was one of those interns that left at the start of the year. He wasn’t there long enough to experience any of the malignancy he’s claiming exists. Not only that, he later regretted the decision and asked to be reinstated as a resident. I find it interesting that if it was truly as malignant as he is claiming then why would he want to be let back in. Can’t be that bad right goldenrod? He’s taken to trashing this program on another tread which has since been removed further emphasizing the lack of impartiality in his position here. The only thing I would tell everyone is to not believe everything you hear. Two residents did leave this year. And one non-cat. The non-cat is a pathological liar and should be reported to the dental board in California for falsifying their credentials listed on their website claiming to have completed an implant pathway program at OU which does not exist. The second resident to leave this year was goldenrod here. Clearly bitter the program didn’t reinstate him. And the third resident left after realizing they did not want to be a surgeon. You hate to see it but not a single resident left this year because of malignancy. It paints OU in a persistently negative light and doesn’t tell the whole story. Be careful what you read and consider where the source of the information on here is coming from and if you want to form your own opinion do what many people are doing and extern at OU and see for yourself because like mine your opinion will definitively change after.
