Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Tulane University Dermatology Residency is a comprehensive program that prepares residents for a successful career in dermatology. Located in New Orleans, the program offers a rich blend of clinical training, didactic education, and research opportunities, allowing residents to develop skills across various dermatology subspecialties. The extensive exposure includes rotations at community hospitals and outpatient clinics, fostering a deep understanding of diverse dermatologic conditions. The program emphasizes graduated responsibility, providing residents with a strong foundation as they progress through their training.
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Highly Competitive
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Program Details
Specialty
Dermatology
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Tulane Dermatology Residency Program does have international medical graduate (IMG) representation within its cohort. The program also provides exposure to diverse patient populations and a wide range of dermatologic conditions, suggesting an inclusive approach to residency admissions.
Categorical Positions
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Number of categorical residents is not explicitly stated.
Program Website
Address
1430 Tulane Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70112
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Current Residents
Overview
The current residency cohort includes 4 PGY-1 residents, one of whom is recognized as an international medical graduate (IMG).
PGY-1 MD
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PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
Didactics are held on Fridays for 5-8 hours per session. Didactic sessions include chapter reviews, faculty lectures, kodachromes, and hands-on workshops. Special topics include: Dermoscopy series, Cosmetic dermatology series, Ethics and Professionalism. Dermatopathology slide review and quizzes occur weekly. Departmental quizzes are given for each ABD Core Domain.
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# of Locations
6 locations: University Medical Center-New Orleans, Tulane Medical Center, Southeast Louisiana Veterans Hospital, Children’s Hospital New Orleans, Tulane Doctors Clinic-Covington, Ochsner Medical Center.
Fellowship
Recent graduates of the Tulane Dermatology residency program have pursued various fellowship opportunities, including subspecialties in dermatopathology, cosmetic dermatology, and pediatric dermatology, as well as academic positions at prestigious institutions.
Resident Life
Overview
The Tulane Dermatology Program serves patients across the Greater New Orleans region, providing exposure to a wide range of dermatologic conditions and patient populations.
On Call Schedule
1st years provide 12 weeks of inpatient call coverage at Tulane Medical Center, 2nd years provide 8 weeks of inpatient call coverage at University Medical Center, 3rd years provide 4 weeks of inpatient call coverage at University Medical Center. Additional call coverage is provided at Ochsner Medical Center and Children’s Hospital New Orleans when on-rotation.
# of Years of Program
3 years
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PGY-1 Salary
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