University of North Carolina Hospitals Program

The University of North Carolina Hospitals Dermatology Residency Program offers a nationally accredited, three-year training experience designed to meet all ACGME requirements. It prepares residents for a variety of career paths including clinical practice, fellowship opportunities, industry positions, and academic roles. The program prides itself on producing graduates with outstanding clinical skills across all major areas of dermatology.

Key aspects of the program include:

• Requirement for Entry: Prospective residents must have completed at least one postgraduate year in an ACGME-approved program, with many entering the dermatology residency after a year of training in internal medicine. Some may have completed additional years of training or training in another approved field, such as pediatrics, before starting their dermatology residency.

• Comprehensive Training: The curriculum combines traditional clinical training with weekly didactic lectures, conferences, and journal clubs, covering all recommended areas of study as prescribed by the ACGME, including dermatopathology. This is supported by approximately four hours of didactic teaching per week, supplemented by clinical experiences across various outpatient and inpatient settings under the supervision of a dedicated clinical faculty.

• Clinical Experience: Residents will gain experience through a large and diverse patient population seen in a variety of clinical settings, including UNC Hospitals in Chapel Hill, Piedmont Health Services, and outpatient office settings in Hillsborough, Southern Village, and Raleigh.

• Research Opportunities: The program is supported by a number of federally funded research laboratories, clinical investigative programs, and clinical trials units. Active dermatopathology and immunodermatology service laboratories offer additional educational experiences.

The program has a long history of success, as demonstrated by the high level of performance of its graduates on the American Board of Dermatology certification examination, the ability of trainees to secure competitive fellowships, and numerous alumni who have developed their own academic careers.

Application Information: - Applicants are encouraged to apply through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). - A minimum of three letters of recommendation is required, with a maximum of four. - USMLE Step 2 scores are recommended for applicants. - The program does not filter applications based on metrics, striving for a holistic review process. However, due to the large volume of applications, preference signaling is available and used during the application review process to ensure in-depth review by program leadership.

Interview Process: - Interviews for the residency program will be conducted virtually. - Interviewees will be assigned a 'resident ambassador' to connect with them about the training and living experiences with the program.

Compensation and Benefits: - The program provides competitive salaries for its residents, increasing with each year of training. - Residents receive three weeks (defined as 15 Monday-Friday days) of paid vacation annually.

This program provides a rich educational environment with a balance of clinical practice, research, and academic opportunities. It's designed for those who have completed a preliminary year of postgraduate training and are looking for a comprehensive dermatology residency program.