Last updated on July 14, 2025.

Willis-Knighton Health System

Program Size
2
Program Length
48 months
Application Deadline
November 1
Program Start
July 1

Program Contact

Valorie Lurry Program Coordinator

Willis Knighton Health

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Program

2508 Bert Kouns Ind Loop, Suite 403

Shreveport, LA 71118

www.wkomsi.com

https://www.instagram.com/wkomfsresidency/

 
Jerelyn Bellar Executive Assistant
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Willis Knighton Health is proud to announce the launch of its newly accredited residency program in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, marking an important milestone in advancing specialized healthcare education and patient care. This rigorous program, approved by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA), aims to prepare the next generation of skilled surgeons to meet the growing demand for expertise in oral and maxillofacial surgery.

The establishment of this residency program underscores Willis Knighton’s commitment to excellence in education and patient care. We are excited to equip residents with the knowledge, skills, and compassion required to excel in the field of oral and maxillofacial surgery.

The 4-year residency program combines comprehensive clinical training, research opportunities, and academic excellence. Residents will gain hands-on experience in areas such as facial trauma, orthognathic surgery, temporomandibular joint surgery, facial cosmetic surgery, sleep apnea surgery, craniofacial reconstructive surgery, dental implantology, cleft surgery, and management of benign and malignant pathology, under the guidance of world-class faculty and practicing surgeons.

Program Information

Accreditation This program is accredited by CODA
Program Type Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Program Code OMS2031
Degrees Offered Certificate
Program Size 2
Program Length 48 months
Application Deadline November 1
Program Start Date July 1
Supplemental Application No
Supplemental Fee No
Stipend Offered Yes
Match Participating Yes
Program Website gme.wkhs.com

Application Requirements

Required Standardized Tests

  • CBSE

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
  • Canadian Citizen
  • Canadian Permanent Resident
  • Non-US Citizen/Resident (program offers sponsorship)