Pediatric Plastic Surgery (Craniofacial)

Educational objectives:

• To explore the field of pediatric plastic surgery. 

• To be able to diagnose congenital pediatric conditions such as craniosynostosis; cleft lips and palate; microtia; and micrognathia. 

• To learn algorithm in management of cleft lips and palate. 

• To learn to suture simple lacerations and trauma/open wounds. 

• To learn to manage complications, the healing process and open-wound care.

Responsible faculty: Jeffrey Goldstein, MD

Administrative contact: Julie Juarez (jajuarez@cmh.edu)

Contact person: Holly Frey (hlfrey@cmh.edu)

Elective duration: One month

Format:  Clinical, observation and assistance.

Prerequisites: Completion of Core Surgery Clerkships.

Description: Attending clinics, operative rooms and case discussions.

Calls: No

Criteria for passing: Attendance for surgery and clinic days.

Criteria for honors: Excellence in clinical rotation