Dermatology Residency Program

1. Applicants must hold a Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), or equivalent medical degree from a recognized medical institution.
2. Applicants must have passed the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Step 1.
3. USMLE Step 2 Clinical Knowledge (CK) is recommended but not mandatory at the time of application.
4. Applicants should demonstrate research experience in any medical specialty.
5. Three Letters of Recommendation are required, including at least one from a dermatologist.
6. Applicants must submit their Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE) / Dean's Letter and medical school transcripts.
7. International medical graduates must meet applicable Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) certification and visa requirements.
8. Applicants must complete an approved preliminary postgraduate year before entering the advanced dermatology residency.

Tulane University School of Medicine is a medical institution located in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, known for its contributions to medical education, clinical training, and research. It provides a comprehensive academic environment with a focus on patient care, innovation, and community healthcare. The Dermatology Residency Program offers three years of specialized clinical training following a preliminary internship, covering medical, surgical, pediatric, and cosmetic dermatology, dermatopathology, and cutaneous oncology. Residents gain hands-on experience through outpatient clinics, inpatient consultations, surgical procedures, and clinical rotations at affiliated hospitals and healthcare facilities, preparing them for careers in academic dermatology and clinical practice.

1. Submit an application through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).
2. Complete the application with the following documents:
3. Curriculum Vitae (CV).
4. Personal Statement.
5. USMLE Step 1 score.
6. USMLE Step 2 CK score, if available.
7. Three Letters of Recommendation.
8. Medical School Transcripts.
9. Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE) / Dean's Letter.
10. Details of research and clinical experience.
3. Applications are reviewed by the Dermatology Residency Selection Committee.
4. Shortlisted applicants are invited for interviews with faculty members.
5. Interviews are conducted by invitation only.
6. Applicants participate in the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) for the advanced residency position.
7. Selected candidates must complete the required preliminary internship before joining the three-year dermatology residency.