Kaiser Permanente Southern California (Los Angeles) Program
Dermatology - Los Angeles, CA | ACGME Code: 0800512144 | NRMP Code: 2055080C0
The Dermatology Residency Training Program at Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center is a four-year integrated training program with 2 residency positions available from the PGY-1 year through the PGY-4 year. Residents begin with a preliminary year in internal medicine onsite before transitioning to the dermatology program. The curriculum includes medical dermatology, dermatopathology, dermatologic surgery, Mohs surgery, pediatric dermatology, and cosmetic dermatology. Residents also have the opportunity to engage in research projects and attend regional and national dermatology meetings.
The program emphasizes clinical care in various practice settings to provide a comprehensive understanding of dermatologic conditions. Residents have the chance to rotate at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA), City of Hope (COH), and other Kaiser sites during their training. They also participate in outreach activities like the tattoo removal clinic and free clinics.
Educational activities include daily didactic lectures, monthly journal clubs, grand rounds, conferences, and various teaching opportunities. The program boasts a diverse patient population and provides exposure to a wide range of dermatologic cases.
The Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, where the program is based, is a multi-specialty teaching hospital located in Hollywood, California, serving as the tertiary referral hospital for over 4 million Kaiser Permanente members. The facility offers training in 20 different programs with a patient population reflective of Southern California's diversity.
Residents in this program have the opportunity to rotate at different institutions to gain varied experiences and contribute to community service through participation in free clinics.
For further information about the Dermatology Residency Program at Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, prospective applicants can visit the program’s website.
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PGY1 Positions 2 ( 2, 2, 3 )
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Los Angeles County, California
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