In addition, they are required to spend four months on a dedicated full-time research rotation. The residents are expected to carry out an independent research project as part of their training. The faculty are dedicated to teaching residents in a formal learning environment. A multi-disciplinary approach is emphasized, with attendance by and input from Radiology, Plastic Surgery and Pathology staff. All conferences are held on Thursday afternoon between 3 and 7 pm.
Attendance is mandatory for all in-town residents.
The residents also receive hands-on experience in performing complete audiograms. Faculty from the departments of pathology and radiology participate in the conference. Also included in the conference is a death and complication analysis. The debate conference is structured to have residents taking opposing views on controversial topics in otolaryngology. The conference encourages the residents to pursue clinical problems with an evidence based solution.