Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The University of Miami's Dr. Phillip Frost Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery offers a highly regarded Dermatology Residency program, established in 1956 and recognized as one of the largest training programs in the United States. The program boasts a 100% board pass rate over the last five years, with significant clinical exposure to a diverse patient population across numerous clinical settings. It emphasizes rigorous training in medical, pediatric, and surgical dermatology as well as dermatopathology, preparing residents to be independent leaders in the field.
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Highly Competitive
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Program Details
Specialty
Dermatology
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program does accept applications from International Medical Graduates (IMGs), as noted in the eligibility criteria which mentioned there is no regional favoritism and is open to FMGs.
Categorical Positions
7
Categorical Positions (detail)
6 to 8
Program Website
Address
1611 N.W. 12th Avenue, Miami, FL 33136
Program Director
George W. Elgart, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The residency program hosts between 6 to 8 residents annually, providing them with a robust training and clinical experience in dermatology. The structure supports considerable patient interactions and individual research activities.
PGY-1 MD
6 to 8 resident slots available according to the Fast Facts section; specific count for PGY-1 residents not available.
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
Prior to starting at our program, residents are required to complete an internship (PGY-1) in internal medicine, pediatrics, surgery or transitional medicine. The first (PGY-2) year provides clinical experience in medical dermatology and cutaneous surgery. The second (PGY-3) year continues responsibility in evaluating and managing dermatologic patients. The third (PGY-4) year involves leadership and supervisory roles for junior residents.
Application
Applications are accepted via the Electronic Residency Application System. Applications are accepted from the ERAS open date to October 15. Interviews are conducted on Wednesdays in early January (with typically two available dates).
# of Locations
5 (Jackson Memorial Hospital, Bruce W. Carter Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Mount Sinai Medical Center, Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, UHealth Tower)
Fellowship
The residency program provides a comprehensive training experience and graduates pursue further fellowships, although specific fellowship programs offered are not detailed in the text.
Resident Life
Overview
Founded in 1956, the University of Miami Dr. Phillip Frost Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery is one of the best and largest dermatology training programs in the country, providing rigorous and comprehensive training.
On Call Schedule
Call is divided between first-year (PGY-2) and second-year (PGY-3) residents and consists of home call. Residents do not need to be onsite overnight. Residents are required to provide coverage for our primary teaching sites, including Jackson Memorial Hospital, Bruce W. Carter Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Mt. Sinai and UHealth Tower, a University of Miami Hospital and Clinics Facility.
# of Years of Program
3
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Alumni
Alumni Placements Include: Bruce W. Carter Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, New York University, Northwestern University, St. Luke’s Dermatology Associates, University of Miami, University of Nebraska–Lincoln.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
100% board pass rate over 5 years; 60,000+ patient visits annually across various locations; one of the largest training programs in the country (established in 1956)
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation