Otorhinolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery is a five-year structured training program, upon completion of which trainees will have gained basic knowledge, clinical skills, and an understanding of professional behavior.
The key focus of the program is to develop a broad base of knowledge in otorhinolaryngology – head and neck surgery. Trainees will progressively acquire in-depth knowledge of the diverse field of otorhinolaryngology during their training. Residents will also develop clinical skills using apt diagnostic, investigative, and therapeutic judgment. Through their training, they will acquire and sharpen their surgical skills in all specialties of otorhinolaryngology – head and neck surgery in order to practice safely, become competent in the management of common and important otorhinolaryngologic diseases, and effectively manage emergency cases.
The program focuses on professional behavior and medical ethics as well as quality management and cost effectiveness. It also implements the seven domains of the CanMEDS roles, which will be the standard for the Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) program accredited by the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS).
The foremost objective of the Otorhinolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery residency program is to graduate competent, well-trained residents who are capable of functioning independently and able to provide the highest level of care to their ear, nose, and throat (ENT) patients.