Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship

The Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship focuses on training the next generation of aesthetic plastic surgeons. The one-year fellowship year begins in mid-July. In addition to clinical responsibilities, the fellow participates in the teaching of plastic surgery residents in the BIDMC/Harvard Medical School Plastic Surgery Residency Program.

Applicants must have completed a residency in an approved plastic surgery resident program and be able to satisfy all of the requirements for licensure by the Massachusetts Board of Medical Registration and the credentialing verifications of Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC).

Interested applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter along with their curriculum vitae and two letters of recommendation. Selection will be based on merit, without bias to gender, race, color, ethnic origin, or sexual orientation.

Fellowship Experience and Didactics

The fellow spends three days per week in the operating room, with priority given to any surgeries for body contouring and/or facial aesthetic surgery. The fellow also spends one day per week in the ambulatory setting, participating in outpatient and resident clinics. During the rotation, the fellow will have one-half to one-day per week for educational, research, and academic activities.

The fellow operates both at the BIDMC in Boston, as well as at the BID-Needham affiliate. He/she also participates in clinic consultations in the private offices of faculty members. This clinic experience, some of which is off-campus, prepares the fellow for learning the opportunities, risks, nuances, and challenges of establishing a private practice in plastic and reconstructive surgery. Throughout the year, the fellow learns about different models for operating a private practice in a changing and competitive environment.

The Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship offers a wealth of resources and ample learning opportunities. The fellow participates in weekly Plastic Surgery Division Rounds. Pertinent didactic presentations and Grand Rounds will also be available in the Division of General Surgery, BIDMC, as well as other appropriate offerings within the Harvard Medical School affiliated hospitals.

The fellow is expected to be a mentor and educator for residents and medical students. He/she will be required to give three presentations a year.  The fellow will also be required to give a year-end presentation to the division. Throughout the year, the aesthetic plastic surgery fellow is encouraged to develop research projects and to participate with faculty in their ongoing research endeavors. Public presentations and writing of abstracts, original articles, and books chapters are highly encouraged.