Wake Forest University School of Medicine
The Wake Forest University School of Medicine Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery residency in Winston-Salem, NC 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 Wake Forest otolaryngology residency (PGY-1 plus 48 months) taking three residents a year at a 933-bed Level I trauma center with 40 operating rooms. Inpatient teams cover pediatrics, rhinology, otology, laryngology, facial plastics, head and neck and trauma, residents run a half-day weekly continuity clinic from PGY-2, and four months of research time are protected.
Summarized from the program’s official website. Confirm details with the program.
Program highlights
- Wednesday morning conference starts at 7:30 am, with weekly faculty lectures, head and neck tumor conference at noon, monthly journal club and a 12-station temporal bone lab.
- Residents are supported to attend three national meetings and benefits include 15 paid leave days, free parking, on-call meals, two on-site gyms, a residents-only lounge and Bright Horizons childcare.
- Apply through ERAS and the NRMP with three letters addressed to the program director; interview invitations come by email from the coordinator.
PGY salaries
Published annual salaries or stipends in USD for the academic year shown. Check the notes and official source for included allowances, separate benefits, and effective dates. Institution schedules apply only where the program confirms coverage.
| Level | Academic year | Annual salary (USD) | Applies to | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PGY-1 | 2026-2027 | $69,937.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-2 | 2026-2027 | $73,064.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-3 | 2026-2027 | $76,075.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-4 | 2026-2027 | $79,664.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-5 | 2026-2027 | $83,137.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-6 | 2026-2027 | $86,264.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-7 | 2026-2027 | $89,390.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-8 | 2026-2027 | $93,212.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
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
- Eleanor Kiell, MD, MSEd
- Program coordinator
- Jakisha Shepherd
- Phone
- 336-716-3882
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 Wake Forest University School of Medicine 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 Wake Forest University School of Medicine 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 Wake Forest University School of Medicine Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery residency offer?
The directory records 3 position(s) per year. Positions can change from year to year, so confirm for the cycle you are applying to.
What does the Wake Forest University School of Medicine Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery residency pay?
Published salaries are listed in the PGY salaries table on this page, with the academic year and official source.