Stony Brook Medicine/University Hospital Program

Stony Brook Medicine/University Hospital Program in Dermatology at Stony Brook, New York, offers a comprehensive educational experience and training program for residents. The program is designed to provide a broad-based experience focusing on clinical, surgical, teaching, and research skills.

Throughout the program, residents acquire skills in clinical dermatology, dermatopathology, basic principles of dermatopharmacology, as well as advanced training in dermatologic surgery, Mohs surgery, and cosmetic dermatology. There are rotations at University Hospital, the VA Medical Center, and the VAMC-Northport to provide diverse clinical experiences.

The third year of the program emphasizes assuming greater responsibility for patient care and developing skills as a consultant dermatologist, teacher, and administrator. Residents also participate in subspecialty clinics, including surgical continuity clinic, pediatric dermatology, and phototherapy clinics.

Stony Brook Dermatology Residents benefit from numerous teaching and learning experiences, including a didactic lecture series, conferences, meetings, formal lectures, journal clubs, and hands-on cosmetic dermatology sessions. The program encourages residents to present at local and national meetings and provides support for such activities.

Residents also have the opportunity for elective time in different fields during their training. The program aims to prepare graduates for successful careers in academic dermatology, private practice, or subspecialty care areas like dermatologic surgery, dermatopathology, pediatric dermatology, and cosmetic dermatology.

The diversity of experiences offered and the support provided to residents by the faculty and staff at Stony Brook Medicine make this dermatology residency program a valuable and enriching training opportunity for aspiring dermatologists.