Advanced Education in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Postgraduate Certificate) at Tufts University

A four-year accredited residency covering biomedical sciences, surgical principles, management of medically compromised patients and major and minor oral and maxillofacial surgery procedures. It is designed to meet ABOMS and CODA requirements. Residents take part in head and neck oncology care at Tufts Medical Center, the second year is devoted to general surgery, anaesthesia and surgical specialties, and research leading to publication is required.

Faculty: School of Dental Medicine  |  Department: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery  |  Duration: 4 years  |  Intake: Not stated; application deadline September 1, 2026  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Medford, MA, United States

What you will study

Physical diagnosis, oral and maxillofacial pathology, head and neck anatomy with dissection, pharmacology, orthognathic surgery and orthodontic preparation, evidence-based implant dentistry, CPR, ACLS and ATLS, plus clinicopathological and tumour conferences and off-service rotations.

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