How to Apply
Positions Offered
NRMP code: 1848362C0
Two six-year categorical plastic surgery positions are filled each year. Our program follows the guidelines established by the American Council of Educators in Plastic Surgeons (ACEPS) and the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC).
Application Process
Applications for 2025-2026 will be accepted through Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) for integrated residency positions.
Your application should include the following:
- Electronic application
- USMLE scores, Part I and Part II if available
- Personal statement
- Medical school transcript
- Documentation of AOA membership (if applicable)
- up to four letters of recommendation
- Dean’s letter
- Curriculum vitae
ACEPS - Integrated Interview Invitation Policy Update for 2025-2026
ACEPS has set forth a policy that all integrated plastic surgery programs will coordinate when they announce interview dates and distribute interview invitations. The purpose of this is to improve the efficiency of scheduling for applicants and programs. Advanced planning is intended to help applicants better plan for travel and to minimize cancellation and rescheduling of interviews.
ACEPS 2025-2026 Interview Policy
Interview Dates
Only complete applications will be considered. UK Plastic Surgery, in cooperation with the American Council of Educators in Plastic Surgeons (ACEPS), has incorporated their recommendation of conducting in-person interviews.
In-Person Interview Dates for 2025 - 2026
Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025
Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026
Saturday, Jan . 31, 2026
The interview day will run between 7am-1pm approximately. The residents will be hosting a meet and greet the evening prior to the interview day.
Contact
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our program coordinator: Robin Riley, (robin.riley@uky.edu).
Mailing Address:
Robin Riley
Program Coordinator
Integrated Plastic Surgery Training Program
Division of Plastic Surgery
780 Rose Street, MN 275
Lexington, KY 40536-0284