OMS Externship

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Externship

Texas A&M College of Dentistry offers year around Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMS) externships to qualified third- and fourth-year dental students, from U.S. CODA accredited schools, interested in pursuing OMS residency positions. Our OMS externship offers dental students an opportunity to increase their knowledge in performing dentoalveolar surgery; observing major craniofacial and head and neck surgery procedures; making rounds with residents; attending hospital and departmental meetings, and standing emergency room call with OMS residents.

What to expect as an OMS extern?

OMS externs will spend one week gaining experience in the full scope of OMS practice as well as the additional administrative aspects of an OMS resident. Externs generally acknowledge acquiring considerable knowledge about the practice of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at both the College and Baylor University Medical Center.

When is the program offered?

We accept applications year-round though many externs choose to rotate during the summer months or other breaks while normal academic responsibilities are lightened or suspended. To maximize student experience and involvement a maximum of two externs are placed at any given time and placement is on a first-come, first-served basis after acceptance into the program.

Does Texas A&M College of Dentistry provide housing or meals?

Housing arrangements and meals are the responsibility of the extern. Baylor University Medical Center has an affordably priced cafeteria located next door to the school and many low-cost, short-term housing options are available nearby.

To apply, complete the Application Form below and email the following documents to the residency program coordinator, Rebecca Davis rdav17@tamu.edu:

· Brief Statement of Interest

· Curriculum Vitae

· Current Dean’s Letter of Recommendation

· Statement of Good Standing

· Proof of Medical Malpractice Liability Insurance

· Proof of Basic Life Support

· Copy of Transcript