The University of Mississippi Medical Center
- Mississippi
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- umc.edu
Program Contact
2500 North State Street, Jackson, Mississippi, 39216
The University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC) offers a premier, 48-month CODA-accredited residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. As the only OMFS residency program in Mississippi and the state’s only Level 1 Trauma Center, our residents benefit from an unparalleled volume of complex cases and a primary role in managing high-acuity maxillofacial injuries.
Why Choose UMMC OMFS?
- Fellowship-Trained Faculty: Learn directly from a diverse team of surgeons who have completed advanced fellowships in sub-specialties including Head and Neck Oncology and Facial Cosmetic Surgery. This ensures you receive specialized, evidence-based training across the entire scope of the field.
- Elite Clinical Autonomy: With a focused class size of only two residents per year, you receive a bespoke, high-intensity surgical experience. Our residents benefit from early, hands-on operative starts and direct one-on-one mentorship.
- Comprehensive Full-Scope Mastery: Our residents are trained across the entire spectrum of the specialty. From Head and Neck Oncology to Complex Orthognathic and Maxillofacial Trauma Surgery, you will graduate with the clinical confidence to lead in any practice environment.
- A Diverse Patient Base: As the state’s primary referral center, our program provides exposure to a vast array of pathology and complex reconstruction rarely seen in regional programs, ensuring you are exceptionally prepared for ABOMS Board Certification.
Core Surgical Competencies
- Maxillofacial Trauma: Front-line experience at the only Level 1 Trauma Center in the state.
- Head and Neck Oncologic Surgery: Comprehensive training in ablative techniques and surgical airway.
- Facial Reconstruction: Sophisticated reconstructive workflows and microvascular surgery with our multidisciplinary team.
- Orthognathic Surgery: Utilizing state-of-the-art digital workflows and Virtual Surgical Planning (VSP).
- Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Surgery: Full-scope management, including arthroscopy and total joint replacement.
- Dentoalveolar & IV Sedation: Mastering advanced dental implants reconstruction, bone grafting and outpatient anesthesia.
Program Information
| Accreditation | This program is accredited by CODA |
|---|---|
| Program Type | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery |
| Program Code | OMS225 |
| Degrees Offered | Certificate |
| Program Size | 2 |
| Program Length | 48 months |
| Application Deadline | October 15 |
| Program Start Date | July 1 |
| Supplemental Application | No |
| Supplemental Fee | No |
| Stipend Offered | Yes |
| Match Participating | Yes |
| Program Website | umc.edu |
Application Requirements
Required Standardized Tests
- CBSE
- INBDE
- Passing the INBDE before matriculation into the advanced dental education program
Transcript Evaluation and Instructions
All applications are pulled from ADEA website. Each candidate must provide the following:
All transcripts from previous schools attended. Include GPA, and class rank.
List any Externship/Internship programs you attended.
Include a copy of your CV/Resume. Include all awards and scholarships and work experience. All activities. (Community, Research, Publications)
Professional Affiliations
Include your headshot photo with your application.
Letters of Evaluation Instructions
Please include all evaluations from instructors, chairmans, professors, etc.
Include copy of INBME/NBME/CBSE score
Include photo of yourself
International Student Eligibility
This program will consider applicants who graduated, or plan to graduate, from a non-CODA accredited dental school: No
Applicants are eligible to enroll if they are:
- US Citizen
- US Permanent Resident
Interview Schedule
In-person interviews for the 2026-2027 aplication cycle will be held tentatively on Thursday, November 12, 2026. Selected candidates will receive a formal invitation via email with further details regarding the interview schedule, location at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, and supplemental materials.
Additional Information
Following the MATCH date, our program also seeks 2 preliminary interns to complete a 12-month internship.