Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The MedStar Health—Washington Hospital Center Dermatology Residency Program trains physicians to meet the diverse and challenging requirements of a dermatological career. The program emphasizes a vast array of clinical exposure, preparing residents for both high-volume inpatient and outpatient care, along with access to advanced treatment modalities and diverse patient cases. With a combination of rigorous clinical training and focused educational components, residents are well-prepared to tackle the demands of contemporary dermatology practice.
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Highly Competitive
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Program Details
Specialty
Dermatology
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Dermatology Residency Program accepts International Medical Graduates (IMGs) as applicants. It is necessary for them to complete one year of postgraduate training prior to entering the categorical program, which implies that a year of internal medicine or another specialty is a requirement before applying to the dermatology residency.
Categorical Positions
Categorical Positions (detail)
Program Website
Address
110 Irving Street NW, Ste. 1A50A, Washington, D.C., 20010
Program Director
Ms. Naomi Simwenyi
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Current Residents
Overview
In total, the program comprises various residents across different postgraduate years. As of the text, detailed demographic information, including the exact number or breakdown of residents, is unspecified but is implied to include a blend of backgrounds including MD and possible IMG residents.
PGY-1 MD
Current enrollment specifics regarding the PGY-1 MD residents are not explicitly detailed in the text, hence it is inferred based on the cited program structure and common practice within similar residency frameworks, thus it remains 'unknown.'
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The Dermatology Residency Program prepares physicians for clinical and academic careers in dermatology with various educational activities each week.
Application
- Completed applications are due by December 1. - Interviews typically occur during January and February. - Applicants should submit a completed ERAS application including a personal statement, CV, and letters of recommendation. - Additional materials may be required depending on individual circumstances.
# of Locations
Residents gain experience in highly advanced diagnostic across a high volume of inpatient and outpatient cases with broad pathology diversity, training sites included MedStar Washington Hospital Center, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital Dermatology, Children’s National Hospital, the National Institutes of Health, and others.
Fellowship
Resident Life
Overview
This residency program combines a broad clinical and didactic curriculum with a diverse and international patient population for a truly comprehensive training experience.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
The program typically consists of 3 years for categorical dermatology residents, with specific rotations and experiences outlined for each year.
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Alumni
Alumni of the program have pursued diverse careers, including fellowships in various dermatology subspecialties and academic positions. Many have entered private practice in the D.C. area.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Educational benefits including salary, financial support for meetings, journal clubs, and learning resources.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation
Residents are typically allotted 20 days of vacation per year, including holidays. Any unused vacation carries over to subsequent years, subject to program policies.