Dermatology Residency Program

1. Applicants must hold a medical degree from an eligible allopathic or osteopathic medical school.
2. Applicants must have passed United States Medical Licensing Examination Step 1 or the corresponding Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examination.
3. Applicants must have taken United States Medical Licensing Examination Step 2 Clinical Knowledge.
4. Applicants must complete at least one year of accredited postgraduate clinical training in the United States or an equivalent eligible program in Canada.
5. Acceptable first-year training includes a transitional year or residency in internal medicine, general surgery, family medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, or emergency medicine.
6. Applicants must submit a personal statement, medical school transcript, Medical Student Performance Evaluation, and three to four letters of recommendation. Letters from academic dermatologists are encouraged.
7. International medical graduates must obtain certification from the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates and meet visa requirements. J-1 visa sponsorship is available; H-1B sponsorship is not available.

The Dermatology Residency Program at Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia, provides postgraduate medical training in dermatology. The program aims to develop skilled dermatologists who deliver high-quality patient care with professionalism, dignity, and respect. Emory University School of Medicine offers medical education, clinical training, and research opportunities through its academic departments and clinical partnerships. Residents complete the required preliminary clinical training before undertaking specialized dermatology training.

1. Apply through the Electronic Residency Application Service.
2. Submit the completed application, personal statement, medical school transcript, Medical Student Performance Evaluation, and three to four letters of recommendation.
3. Provide the required United States Medical Licensing Examination scores.
4. Complete or demonstrate completion of the required first year of postgraduate clinical training.
5. Submit preference signals if desired, following the current application guidelines.
6. Attend the virtual interview if invited. The program may invite applicants around the beginning of November, with interviews usually held in mid-December.
7. Participate in the National Resident Matching Program for residency placement.
8. If selected, complete the required credential verification, licensing, and visa documentation, where applicable.