The Albert Einstein College of Medicine is one of the nation’s premier institutions for medical education, basic research and clinical investigation. A full-time faculty of more than 2,000 teaches, delivers health care, and conducts research in every major biomedical specialty.

Albert Einstein College of Medicine is a research-intensive medical school. For more than 60 years, the diverse faculty and staff have set the standard for excellence in medical and graduate education and patient-centered clinical care and have made major contributions to scientific research enhancing human health in our communities and beyond. Its mission is to prepare a diverse body of students to become knowledgeable, compassionate physicians and innovative scientific investigators and to create new knowledge.

Albert Einstein College of Medicine offers one of the nation’s largest programs for medical education. During the 2023-2024 academic year, the College of Medicine was home to 737 MD students, 209 PhD students, 124 students in the combined MD-PhD program, and 239 postdoctoral research fellows at its Belfer Institute for Advanced Biomedical Studies. More than 9,000 Einstein alumni are among the nation’s foremost clinicians, biomedical scientists and medical educators.

When the medical school opened its doors in 1955, The New York Times noted “the new medical school’s distinguished and talented faculty assured the institution of a place in the ranks of the great medical schools in the world.” This prophecy has been more than fulfilled in the ensuing years.

Among its pioneering educational initiatives, Einstein was one of the first major medical schools to integrate bedside experience with learning, bringing first-year students into contact with patients and linking classroom study to case experience. Einstein also led the way in developing bioethics as an accepted academic discipline in medical school curricula, was the first private medical school in New York City to establish an academic department of family medicine, and was the first to create a residency program in internal medicine with an emphasis on women’s health.

The College of Medicine is widely known for its socially conscious approach to medicine. During the 1970s and 1980s, it was a pioneer in the development of medical ethics as an accepted academic discipline in medical school curricula. Einstein was also the first private medical school in New York City to establish an academic Department of Family Medicine (1993), and it created New York’s first residency program in internal medicine with an emphasis on women’s health (1994).

While education is at the heart of Einstein’s mission, it is biomedical research that drives the College of Medicine’s growth. A national leader in biomedical research support from the federal government, Einstein received more than $192 million in funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) during 2023. This includes the funding for major research centers at Einstein in aging, intellectual development disorders, diabetes, cancer, clinical and translational research, liver disease and AIDS. Other areas of focus include developmental brain research, neuroscience, cardiac disease, and initiatives to reduce and eliminate ethnic and racial health disparities.

Einstein also was the only New York City institution selected to participate in the federal government’s landmark Women’s Health Initiative, and it is currently one of just four sites nationwide taking part in a large-scale study of the health status of the Hispanic/Latino community in the Bronx, supported by the NIH.

The College of Medicine maintains its special character as a community in which students, faculty and administrators share—on a personal as well as professional basis—the challenges of learning, teaching, providing clinical care to a diverse urban population, managing health care delivery systems, and exploring the newest vistas of biomedical research.

On February 26, 2024, Dr. Philip Ozuah, President and CEO of Montefiore Einstein, the umbrella organization for Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Montefiore Health System, announced that Albert Einstein College of Medicine received a transformational gift from Ruth L. Gottesman, Ed.D., Chair of the Einstein Board of Trustees and Montefiore Health System board member. This historic gift, the largest made to any medical school in the country, will ensure that no student at Einstein will have to pay tuition again. 

Our comprehensive clinical program provides residents with extensive training across the full spectrum of oral and maxillofacial surgery. Residents develop expertise in dentoalveolar surgery, outpatient anesthesia and sedation, cranio-maxillofacial trauma, preprosthetic surgery and implantology, orthognathic and craniofacial surgery, temporomandibular joint disorders, pathology and reconstruction, and advanced computer-assisted surgical techniques. This broad foundation is built through rotations across diverse training sites that offer unique learning opportunities. All residents complete essential certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, and Advanced Trauma Life Support while developing expertise as both clinicians and scholars.

The program begins with a six-week Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) rotation and year two coursework at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine (AECOM). The second year of the residency consists of AECOM curriculum from years three and four, excluding electives. The third year divides residents’ time between Adult and Pediatric Anesthesia (20 weeks) and OMFS training (32 weeks). Year four focuses entirely on General Surgery, while years five and six are dedicated to advanced OMFS training.

Rotations are completed at:

• Jacobi Medical Center
• The Mount Sinai Hospital
• Mount Sinai West
• Elmhurst Hospital Center
• James J. Peters Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center
• Jamaica Hospital Medical Center

Our rigorous academic program combines hands-on clinical training with comprehensive didactic education. Through a regular schedule of hospital rounds, seminars, and conferences, residents gain deep theoretical knowledge while developing practical surgical skills. Basic science instruction occurs during regular duties at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, complemented by pathological case reviews at OMFS Service Meetings and dedicated study sessions throughout the year.

Academic Conferences
The core curriculum revolves around weekly teaching rounds where faculty members, residents, or invited lecturers deliver formal presentations covering the full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery. These sessions rotate on a two-year cycle, ensuring comprehensive coverage of all essential topics. Monthly academic activities include Morbidity and Mortality Conferences, Literature Review sessions, and specialized treatment planning meetings. Our interdisciplinary approach is exemplified through regular collaboration with various departments, particularly during our monthly Dentofacial Deformity Conference and weekly Head and Neck Tumor Board meetings.

Research and Professional Development
Residents receive dedicated time for research and independent study at least twice monthly, fostering the development of both skilled clinicians and academic scholars. Teaching experience is gained through interactions with junior residents, general practice residents, and pediatric dentistry residents. The program encourages participation in local and national courses and society meetings, providing opportunities for professional growth and networking within the field.

We offer two opportunities for medical students to gain experience in our program.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Externship

Our one-week externships are designed for dental students to experience “a day in the life” of our Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) residents. This immersive program provides an in-depth look at the daily operations and responsibilities of an OMFS resident. Externship activities and responsibilities include:

• Lecture and Conference Attendance: Externs participate in all weekly departmental lectures and conferences, gaining exposure to a wide range of topics and the latest advancements in oral and maxillofacial surgery.
• Clinic and Operating Room Observation: Externs observe and assist in both clinic and operating room settings, participating at an appropriate level to gain hands-on experience and a practical understanding of OMFS procedures.
• Site Rotations: Externs rotate through multiple sites within our program, allowing them to experience the diversity and breadth of our OMFS training environment.

This externship offers a realistic view of our program and provides valuable insight into the OMFS experience, helping dental students make informed decisions about pursuing a career in oral and maxillofacial surgery. Additionally, this opportunity allows our faculty to meet and get to know potential future applicants.

If you are interested in applying, please email Mariam Ajose at mariam.ajose@mountsinai.org to learn about the necessary next steps.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Internship

We offer a one-year internship position for candidates who are interested in pursuing an OMFS residency and wish to gain comprehensive experience in a full-scope OMFS residency program. Internship duties and responsibilities include:

• Clinic Coverage: Interns assist in the day-to-day operations of the clinic, including patient consultations, and preoperative and postoperative care. They also become proficient in dentoalveolar surgery, particularly surgical extractions.
• On-Call Coverage: Interns participate in a rotating on-call schedule, providing emergency coverage and handling urgent cases as they arise, in conjunction with senior residents.
• Emergency Room Participation: Interns manage OMFS emergencies in the ED, gaining critical experience in handling trauma and acute oral and maxillofacial conditions.
• Operating Room Participation: Interns assist in the OR, participating in a variety of surgical procedures and gaining hands-on experience under the supervision of experienced surgeons.
• Inpatient Management: Interns are responsible for the inpatient care of OMFS patients, including daily rounds, patient monitoring, and coordination of multidisciplinary care.
• Didactic Conferences: Interns attend all departmental didactic conferences, which cover a broad range of topics in oral and maxillofacial surgery, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.

Our interns are an integral part of the OMFS team. They work closely with residents and attending surgeons, gaining valuable mentorship and collaborative experience. The majority of our past interns have been successful in matching with residency programs immediately following completion of the internship.

Successful candidates will be bright, self-motivated, and eager to become part of a dynamic OMFS team. Candidates must have completed at least a PGY-1 General Practice Residency or Advanced Education in General Dentistry program before the start of the internship.

The OMFS internships are fully funded positions. Salaries start at the PGY-2 level, ensuring competitive compensation for the duration of the internship. Health insurance and other fringe benefits are provided.

Recruitment is on a rolling basis and begins annually each October for the following July. Recruitment will end when the positions are filled. If you are interested, please email your CV and one letter of recommendation to our OMFS internship director, Kerry McEntee, DMD, at mcenteek@nychhc.org.

Two residents are selected annually for the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) Residency. Applicants will be interviewed by the OMFS faculty as well as the admissions committee at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Appointments are offered to highly qualified individuals who are committed to a career of excellence in patient care, teaching, and research. Prospective residents are admitted to the Albert Einstein College of Medicine with advanced standing. They begin medical school in the second year and must successfully complete the second, third, and fourth years. During that time, all elective time is dedicated to the OMFS service. Progression to the clinical training years (General Surgery and OMFS) depends on graduating from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine and achieving satisfactory results on the United States Medical Licensing Exam Part I and Part II.

All applications and supporting documents must be received by October 1 for consideration for appointments the following July 1. The selection committee will not consider any incomplete application. Interviews are by invitation only from the selection committee and will take place in November of the same year.

Application to the residency is made by completing the appropriate forms provided by the Postdoctoral Application Support Service (PASS). Applicants should obtain the necessary forms by contacting PASS directly at:

Postdoctoral Application Support Service
655 K Street, NW, Suite 800
Washington, DC 20001
202-289-7201

In addition, a secondary application must be completed for entrance into Albert Einstein College of Medicine. The secondary application requests that a pre-professional committee letter from your undergraduate institution (generated when you were entering dental school) be sent to the program either via hard copy or e-mail to the residency program manager. All letters remain confidential and are purged following the application cycle. If you are unable to obtain this letter or your school does not have a pre-professional committee, please submit a substitution. The link to apply is only available when the application period opens.

All questions and concerns should be addressed to Mariam Ajose, our residency program manager:

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
10 Union Square East, Suite 5B
New York, NY 10003
Attn: Mariam Ajose
212-844-6495
mariam.ajose@mountsinai.org