Accepting applications for training that begins in
Yes
Survey Received
Program start dates
July
Participates in ERAS®
Yes
Special Features
Our unique program offers exposure to all aspects of Otolaryngology. Residents rotate and train in a diverse environment with an exposure to all levels of complexity. There are abundant amounts of research opportunities available through system based research and health care outcomes. Our program reflects the beautiful culture of New Orleans and is an excellent place to train in an environment that is collegial setting and stresses appropriate work life balance and professionalism.
Total Program Size
3
3
3
3
3
0
Program best described as
University-based
Requires previous GME
No
Offers preliminary positions
No
Participates in the Main Match of the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP)
Yes
Participates in the Advanced or Fellowship Match of the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP)
No
NRMP Match Codes
3073280C0
Interviews conducted last year for first year positions
48
Required letters of recommendation
3
Latest date for applications 2025-2026
Interview period 2025-2026
-
Application period 2026-2027
-
Applicants may interview remotely via video conferencing
Yes
Osteopathic Recognition
No
Step 1 required
Yes
Minimum score
230
Step 2 required
Yes
Minimum score
240
Level 1 required
No, require USMLE scores for all applicants
Part-time Paid Physicians
1
Part-time Paid Non-Physician
0
Avg. hrs/wk on duty during first year (including patient care, all call, night float, research, conferences, etc)
60
Maximum consecutive hours on duty during first year (excluding beeper call)
16
Average number of 24-hour off duty periods per week during first year
1.00
Program allows moonlighting (beyond GY1)
No
Night float system
No
Avg hours/week of scheduled structured didactic activities
3
Training at hospital outpatient clinics during 1st year
40
Training during 1st year in ambulatory non-hospital community-based settings, e.g., physician offices, community clinics
0
Resident/Fellow Offerings
Curriculum to develop health systems leadership skills (e.g., QI project leadership, community/organizational advocacy)
Formal program to foster interprofessional teamwork
Economics of health care systems curriculum
International experience/global health
Hospice/home care experience
Offers additional training or educational experience beyond accredited length
No
Resident/Fellow Evaluations
Patient surveys
Portfolio system
Policy prohibits hiring smokers/users of nicotine products
No
Major medical insurance for residents
Fully Paid by Institution
Major medical insurance for dependents
Available, Not Paid By Institution
Major medical insurance for domestic partners
Available, Not Paid By Institution
Outpatient mental health insurance
Fully Paid by Institution
Inpatient mental health insurance
Fully Paid by Institution
Group life insurance
Fully Paid by Institution
Dental insurance
Fully Paid by Institution
Disability insurance
Fully Paid by Institution
Disability insurance for occupationally-acquired HIV
Fully Paid by Institution
Medical insurance coverage begins
When resident/fellow starts program
Maximum number of paid days for family/medical leave
42
Maximum number of unpaid days for family/medical leave
999
Primary teaching site
Research rotation
Required
Research rotation duration
12
Resident participates during first year
No
Program ID
2802121043
Beeper or Home Call
6
16
12
6
8
Program Director
First Name
Rizwan
Last Name
Aslam
Degrees
DO, MBA, MS
Address
Tulane Univ Sch of Med
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery #80
1430 Tulane Ave
New Orleans, LA 70112
United States
Phone
Email Address
Geolocation
POINT (-90.076679 29.95526)
Person to contact for more information about the program
First Name
Michon
Middle Name
B
Last Name
Shinn
Degrees
BA
Address
Tulane Univ Sch of Med
Dept of Otolaryngology #8059
1430 Tulane Ave
New Orleans, LA 70112-2699
United States
Phone
Fax
Email Address
Geolocation
POINT (-90.076679 29.95526)
Salary paid by a non-profit institution
Yes
% USMD
93.30
% IMG
0.00
% DO
6.60
% Female
28.80
% Male
71.10
Total Physician
20
Total Non Physician
2
Percentage of full-time paid female physician faculty
21.00
Ratio of full-time equivalent paid faculty to positions
1.30
Call Schedule
| Frequency | Duration | Weeks/Months | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2 | 1 | |
| Year | |||
| Year | |||
| Year | |||
| Year |
Graduate year statistics
| Salary | Paid Vacation | Sick Leave | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $54,816 | 20 | 14 |
| Year 2 | $56,654 | 20 | 14 |
| Year 3 | $58,592 | 20 | 14 |
| Year 4 | $60,851 | 20 | 14 |
| Year 5 | $63,425 | 20 | 14 |
Total Positions
15
Level 2 required
No, require USMLE scores for all applicants
Participates in San Francisco match
No
Participates in another matching program
No
Program Offers
On-site child care
Free parking
On-call meal allowance
Placement assistance upon completion of program into practice, fellowship or academia
Medical education gap
Research or other medical education pursuits (clinical experience not required)
July Start Date
1
Not applicable
0
Applicants must have passed Step 1 to be considered
Yes
Applicants must have passed Step 2 to be considered
Yes
DO applicants must have passed Level 1 to be considered
Yes
DO applicants must have passed Level 2 to be considered
Yes
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Information on the program's leave policies
https://medicine.tulane.edu/sites/default/files/GME%20Vacation%20and%20Leave%20Policy.pdf