Host overview
Training at this institution
The directory documents 3 training routes associated with University of Iowa Health Care. Compare each programme’s requirements and source evidence below.
- Published locations
- Iowa City, Iowa, United States
- Training pathways
- Clinical fellowship
- Named leadership
- 2 of 3 programme records
- Official evidence
- 6 linked sources
Published training focus
Faculty and programme leadership
- Samuel W. Jones, MD, FACS, FABA; Alexander Kurjatko, MD
Burn Surgery Fellowship
Samuel W. Jones, MD, FACS, FABA (Burn Fellowship Program Director); Alexander Kurjatko, MD (Associate Program Director) - Scott Owen, MD
Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship — Scott Owen
Scott Owen, MD (director/co-directors listed in the September 2026 AAFPRS handbook)
Other programme records at this host do not identify individually named faculty.
Programmes and application details
Clinical fellowship
Burn Surgery Fellowship
Adult and pediatric burn training across acute care, complex wounds, reconstructive needs and rehabilitation, with teaching and research responsibilities.
- Location
- Iowa City, Iowa, United States
- Duration
- 12 months; a separate critical-care year may be combined
- Clinical participation
- Confirm the clinical role and privileges with the programme
- International applicants
- The how-to-apply page states that international graduates are evaluated individually and that individuals with J-1 and H-1B visas are encouraged to apply; a copy of the ECFMG certificate is requested if applicable.
- Funding
- Salary not stated on the cited pages. The page states the fellow is allowed one national meeting per year that is financially supported by the Burn Treatment Center.
- Application timing
- No closing date stated on the cited how-to-apply page, which says applications are being accepted for 1 July 2027 to 30 June 2028 and that interviews begin mid-August 2026.
Programme listed — intake not confirmed
July 1, 2027–June 30, 2028
Eligibility, training and application
Eligibility
Applicants should have completed or be completing at least three years of an ACGME-accredited general or plastic surgery residency. The application page describes individual review for applicants leaving after two years; proof of later residency completion is required. International applicants may apply; confirm visa and licensing eligibility.
Published training
- Acute burn care and resuscitation
- Complex wounds and burn reconstruction
- Multidisciplinary rehabilitation and research
Application route
For the July 2027–June 2028 cycle, submit the Iowa application package to coordinator Tara Maurer. The page lists applications opening 1 April 2026 and interviews beginning mid-August 2026; contact the programme to confirm current availability.
Published application documents
- Completed fellowship application form
- CV including research experience and publications
- Personal statement
- USMLE Step 1, 2, 2CS and 3 scores
- ABSITE report if applicable
- ECFMG certificate for international applicants
- One letter from the current programme director and two additional instructor letters
Published contact note: Tara Maurer, fellowship coordinator: tara-maurer@uiowa.edu; Samuel W. Jones: samuel-w-jones@uiowa.edu
Direct programme page · Source reviewed 15 Oct 2026
Clinical fellowship
Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship — Scott Owen
A dedicated facial plastic and reconstructive surgery route in Iowa City, Iowa, described in the September 2026 AAFPRS handbook. Published training includes rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, facelift surgery, facial nerve surgery.
- Location
- Iowa City, Iowa, United States
- Duration
- One fellowship year; confirm exact appointment dates with the host
- Clinical participation
- Clinical and operative experience described; independent privileges depend on local licensing and credentialing
- International applicants
- IMG acceptance is decided by each host. AAFPRS directs IMGs to contact directors and not use the regular Application of Intent or match route; local licensing and visa approval remain necessary.
- Funding
- September 2026 handbook funding note: Equal to PGY6 salary, adjusted annually for inflation . Individual entries can retain older salary years; obtain current written terms.
- Application timing
- Network cycle: Application of Intent opens 30 November 2026; fellowship application due 1 February 2027 (2028–2029 training). Reconfirm host-specific selection and any additional deadlines.
Upcoming application cycle
AAFPRS portal publishes a 2028–2029 application cycle; this does not confirm a vacancy at this individual host.
Eligibility, training and application
Eligibility
AAFPRS prerequisites include appropriate otolaryngology or plastic surgery residency training or board certification and membership for the regular match route. Programme licensing note: Fellows will be credentialled as “Clinical Instructor” with independent privileges at the University of Iowa facilities, including Revitalize U cosmetic center. Fellows will also be credentialled as faculty at the Iowa City VA. They will obtain an Iowa medical license and DEA number required for independent practice.. Confirm specialty-specific restrictions, credentialing and visa eligibility directly.
Published training
- Rhinoplasty
- Eyelid surgery
- Facelift surgery
- Facial nerve surgery
- Mohs defect reconstruction
- Microvascular reconstruction
- Free-tissue reconstruction
- Cleft-related facial reconstruction
- Microtia / ear reconstruction
- Laser and skin resurfacing
- Clinical or laboratory research
- Resident teaching
Application route
Eligible match applicants apply through the AAFPRS fellowship database after membership and approval of an Application of Intent, then register separately with SF Match. IMGs must follow the separate director-led route. Check the linked programme chapter for local requirements.
Published application documents
- AAFPRS Application of Intent and completed fellowship application (eligible match applicants)
- Current curriculum vitae
- One-page future plans statement
- Official medical school transcript with registrar signature
- Three letters uploaded by referees, including the department chair or programme director
- Application fee and separate SF Match registration where applicable
Official society listing · Source reviewed 16 Oct 2026
Clinical fellowship
Oculofacial Plastics, Orbit and Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship
A two-year ASOPRS-approved academic fellowship combining eyelid, orbit and lacrimal care, functional/cosmetic reconstruction, research and teaching.
- Location
- Iowa City, Iowa, United States
- Duration
- 24 months
- Clinical participation
- Supervised clinical and operative training described; privileges require local approval
- International applicants
- Confirm international eligibility, professional registration and visa arrangements with the host.
- Funding
- GME stipend based on postgraduate level; the programme states most fellows are paid at PGY-5. Medical, dental and other benefits are described; confirm current rates.
- Application timing
- No current dated application deadline confirmed.
Programme listed — intake not confirmed
Programme listed; an individual current vacancy is not confirmed.
Eligibility, training and application
Eligibility
Appropriate ophthalmology residency and eligibility for local licensure under ASOPRS and institutional requirements; reconfirm the individual criteria with Iowa.
Published training
- Eyelid, orbital and lacrimal surgery
- Functional, cosmetic and trauma reconstruction
- Multidisciplinary care
- Research project and scholarly thesis
- Resident and medical student education
Application route
Apply using SF Match/Central Application Service and obtain the host’s current cycle instructions from the fellowship coordinator.
No programme-specific document checklist is recorded. Follow the current official instructions.
Published contact note: Angela Simon: angela-simon@uiowa.edu; +1-319-356-2590
Direct programme page · Source reviewed 16 Oct 2026
Official sources and review dates
- University of Iowa burn surgery fellowship ↗Source reviewed 15 Oct 2026
- Iowa current application requirements ↗Source reviewed 15 Oct 2026
- AAFPRS — September 2026 programme chapter, PDF page 117 ↗Source reviewed 16 Oct 2026
- AAFPRS — 2028–2029 application cycle and prerequisites ↗Source reviewed 16 Oct 2026
- Official host or society programme information ↗Source reviewed 16 Oct 2026
- ASOPRS — eligibility and match requirements ↗Source reviewed 16 Oct 2026
These sources document the listed training routes. Institutional rankings, bed counts, accreditation, full staff rosters and current vacancies are not inferred.
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