Medical College of Georgia
The Medical College of Georgia Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery residency in Augusta, GA is listed by AAMC with ERAS status “Participating” for the 2027 cycle. Use the official program page for curriculum, training sites, eligibility, and current contacts.
About the program
Five-year MCG/Augusta University otolaryngology residency training at Augusta University Medical Center (478 beds), Children's Hospital of Georgia and the Charlie Norwood VA, with subspecialty exposure across head and neck cancer, otology, sinus and skull base, facial plastics, endocrine, laryngology and pediatric ENT. The program has a 4-month dedicated research block and reports that 60 percent of graduates over ten years pursued fellowships and academic practice.
Summarized from the program’s official website. Confirm details with the program.
Program highlights
- Residents graduate with multiple publications and national presentations; the program expects over 250 applications and interviews about 45 to 50.
- Applications are through ERAS; candidates must be eligible for J-1 sponsorship and IMGs need a valid ECFMG certificate.
PGY salaries
PGY salaries have not been verified for this program.
Sources and verification
Research last checked October 30, 2026. Missing information is not an estimate.
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Program leadership and contact
- Program director
- Christopher Johnson, MD
- Program coordinator
- Courtney Rahney
- Phone
- 762-375-4307
Program and application links
Review the official program page for training sites, curriculum, eligibility, required documents, deadlines, interview policy, visa sponsorship, and current openings.
About Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery residency training
Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery residency training typically lasts 5 years.
Applicants commonly do an otolaryngology sub-internship and obtain letters from faculty in the specialty.
This specialty has historically been among the more competitive in the Match. The NRMP’s Charting Outcomes in the Match reports show current applicant and match statistics by specialty.
General information about the specialty, not a statement about this program. Confirm details with the program.
How to apply to this residency
- Register with ERAS, the application service of the AAMC, and with the NRMP Main Residency Match.
- Apply to this program through ERAS during the application season, with the documents it asks for.
- If you interview here, rank the program on your NRMP rank order list by the deadline; Match results are released in March.
Deadlines, required documents, interview policy and visa sponsorship differ between programs and years. The program’s own website is the authority.
Prepare your application
- The NRMP Residency Match, explained
- Residency interview preparation: a four-week plan and question bank
- Residency interview strategies for USMLE candidates
- How to create a resume or CV for residency
- The Dean's letter (MSPE): what it is and how to get it from your medical school
- After the interview: highlight your strengths and send thank-you letters
- NRMP ranking algorithm & rank-list strategy
- Save money on USMLE and interview travel
- Study books by exam
- International medical graduates: ECFMG and visas
Questions to ask this program
Strong applicants use the interview to learn how a program trains its residents. Questions worth asking:
- How much autonomy do residents have at each training level, and how is supervision handled?
- Where do graduates go next: practice, fellowship or academic positions? Ask for recent examples.
- What are the call and night-float schedules, and how many hours do residents typically work?
- How are residents supported in preparing for board exams, and what is the program’s recent pass rate?
- What research, quality improvement or teaching opportunities are protected with time?
- What benefits, parental leave and wellness support does the program provide?
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Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to the Medical College of Georgia Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery residency?
This directory lists the program in the NRMP Main Residency Match. Use the program and application links on this page for the current instructions, deadlines and required documents.
How long is the Medical College of Georgia Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery residency?
The program length recorded for this entry is 5 years. Confirm it with the program.
How many positions does the Medical College of Georgia Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery residency offer?
The number of positions is not recorded here. Ask the program or check the match service’s program listing for the current cycle.
What does the Medical College of Georgia Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery residency pay?
Salaries have not been verified for this program. Many institutions publish a resident and fellow salary schedule on their graduate medical education office page.