Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals Program
Dermatology - Milwaukee, WI | ACGME Code: 0805621095 | NRMP Code: 1784080A0
The Medical College of Wisconsin Dermatology Residency Program offers a comprehensive training program that covers both medical and surgical approaches to skin disorders across various age groups. The program is affiliated with three hospitals: Froedtert Hospital, Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center, and Children's Wisconsin, along with associated clinics. Faculty members are dedicated to resident success and professional development, emphasizing teamwork and a strong clinical training environment.
Application Requirements: - USMLE Step 1 pass/fail and Step 2 scores. - ECFMG certificate, if applicable. - Dean's letter, transcript, wallet-sized photograph. - 3 letters of recommendation. - Open to U.S. citizens, permanent U.S. immigrants, and international applicants. - Only accept J1 visas and do not support H-1B visa sponsorship. - Previous residency completion considered but doesn't count towards dermatology residency requirement. - Application deadline through ERAS is the opening date. - Applicants from medical schools outside the U.S. or Canada must be ECFMG certified.
Notable Information: - Program is committed to providing a full three-year residency with annual contract renewals. - Scheduled virtual interviews are by invitation only. - Applicants are notified of their interview status via ERAS communication. - Training includes rotations at three diverse hospital sites, along with specialty clinics. - Opportunities for clinical training in cutaneous surgery, cosmetic dermatology, and dermatopathology. - Residents engage in continuity clinics for long-term patient relationships. - Weekly didactic sessions and procedural workshops for hands-on experience. - Affiliated hospitals offer a range of clinical care settings.
The program seeks enthusiastic, scholarly applicants who work well in a team-oriented environment, with a focus on diversity and integrity. Residents are encouraged to follow the program on Instagram for more insights into the program's life in Milwaukee.
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Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
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