Dermatology
Core Career Advisors
Whitney Hovenic
| U.S. Allopathic Seniors (2020) | ||
| Step | Matched | Unmatched |
| Step 1 Mean | 248 | 239 |
| Step 2 Mean | 256 | 248 |
| Criteria | Matched | Unmatched |
| Mean # of contiguous ranks | 9.9 | 4.5 |
| Mean # of research experiences | 5.8 | 4.9 |
| Mean # of volunteer experiences | 6.8 | 8.8 |
| Mean Step 1 Score | 248 | 239 |
| Mean Step 2 Score | 256 | 248 |
| Mean # of abstracts, presentations, and publications | 19.0 | 10.8 |
Charting Outcomes of the Match | (3rd Party Document Download)
| Year | # Programs | # Positions Offered | # Unfilled Programs | # U.S. Senior Applicants | # Total Applicants | % Filled US Seniors | % Filled Total | |
| PGY-1 Categorical |
14 | 31 | 0 | 195 | 239 | 74.2% | 100% | |
| PGY-2 Advanced |
137 | 478 | 6 | 471 | 699 | 77% | 98.1% | |
Yes
Yes.
Plan to do at least 2 away rotations in August and September. Consider both a competitive and non-competitive program.
- George Washington University
- Georgetown
- Henry Ford Hospital, MI
- Houston
- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinani Health System
- Layola University of Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
- Kaiser Permanente, LA
- Kaweah Delta Med Center
- Loma Linda
- Northwestern University
- Oregon Health & Sciences University
- Stony Brook University SOM, NY
- University of California, Irvine
- University of California, San Francisco
- University of Colorado School of Medicine
- University of Illinois College of Medicine
- University of Utah
- Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine
Research:
Yes, ideally in dermatology, projects available through physicians at the Skin Cancer and Dermatology Institute, consider a summer research program at academic center (ie UCSF)
Letters of Recommendation:
Need strong letter from dermatology away rotation ( ideally program chair or director).
Letter from dermatologist in Nevada if a lot of time spent with them during med school
Surgery or IM letter
At least two letters must be in dermatology
Interviews:
Apply broadly and go on every interview offered
Practice interview techniques with community dermatologists or derm advisor prior to interview
DO NOT EVER mention if applying to another specialty as backup
Be very nice to everyone- the secretary who is scheduling will likely be asked about applicants
At the applicant dinner or reception, be nice and professional. Every step is part of the interview
2023
- Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
2022
- Southern Illinois University
- University Misssouri Hospitals
2021
- UC Davis Med Ctr-CA
2020
- University Hosps= Columbia- MO
- U Kansas SOM - Kansas City
2016
- University Hosps-Columbia MO
2015
- Prelim: UC Irvine Med Ctr- CA
- Derm: UC San Francisco- CA
- Prelim: Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, MA
- Derm: University of Arizona, Tuscon