University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham)
The University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Dermatology residency in Birmingham, AL is listed by AAMC with ERAS status “Participating” for the 2027 cycle. Use the official program page for curriculum, training sites, eligibility, and current contacts.
About the program
UAB Dermatology Residency is a fully accredited three-year program led by program director Lauren Kole, MD. There are 16 residents in the current year. Residents rotate through all inpatient and outpatient sites with a weekly continuity clinic; the department reports over 47,000 patient encounters per year. Daily 7-8 AM didactics, weekly Grand Rounds, a PGY-2 boot camp and a rural residency track are offered.
Summarized from the program’s official website. Confirm details with the program.
Program highlights
- Heavy clinical exposure (over 47,000 patient encounters yearly across all sites): emphasise your appetite for repeated hands-on clinic volume, which the mission statement stresses.
- Dermatopathology is 2 months in every year plus weekly dermpath conferences and kodachromes; ask how residents are assessed.
- Surgical training grows from 1 to 2 months with Mohs and VA surgery rotations, plus a cosmetic dermatology month in year 3.
- A rural residency track (sponsored by the Alabama Dermatology Society, next matching in 2028) requires 3 years of rural or underserved work in Alabama afterwards; mention interest only if genuine.
- An 8-week PGY-2 boot camp (biopsies, suturing, billing, wound care) and Wednesday talks on skin of color, health disparities and immunocompromised dermatology.
- Step 2 is strongly encouraged but not required; the program uses supplemental ERAS data on geographic preference and meaningful experiences, so tailor that section.
PGY salaries
Published annual salaries or stipends in USD for the academic year shown. Check the notes and official source for included allowances, separate benefits, and effective dates. Institution schedules apply only where the program confirms coverage.
| Level | Academic year | Annual salary (USD) | Applies to | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PGY-1 | 2026-2027 | $64,890.00UAB institution-wide schedule. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; this is not a statement of program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-2 | 2026-2027 | $67,124.00UAB institution-wide schedule. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; this is not a statement of program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-3 | 2026-2027 | $69,516.00UAB institution-wide schedule. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; this is not a statement of program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-4 | 2026-2027 | $76,326.00UAB institution-wide schedule. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; this is not a statement of program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-5 | 2026-2027 | $80,907.00UAB institution-wide schedule. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; this is not a statement of program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-6 | 2026-2027 | $83,951.00UAB institution-wide schedule. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; this is not a statement of program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-7 | 2026-2027 | $88,104.00UAB institution-wide schedule. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; this is not a statement of program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-8 | 2026-2027 | $91,418.00UAB institution-wide schedule. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; this is not a statement of program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
Sources and verification
Research last checked October 11, 2026. Missing information is not an estimate.
- Program page (verified, 2026-10-27): Found on the institution website; the page names the institution and this specialty. Source 1
- Salaries (verified, 2026-10-11): UAB publishes this schedule for all UAB residents, effective July 1, 2026–June 30, 2027. Institution-level schedule, not a claim of residency length. Source 1
- Summary (verified, 2026-10-11): Original summary of training described on the official residency page. Source 1
- Program coordinator (verified, 2026-10-11): Named program coordinator in the UAB GME program contacts directory. Source 1
- Program director (verified, 2026-10-11): Named program director in the UAB GME program contacts directory. Source 1
- Highlights (verified, 2026-10-11): Educational features explicitly described by the residency. Source 1
- Official program website (verified, 2026-10-11): Confirmed specialty-specific UAB residency page. Source 1
Program leadership and contact
- Program director
- Lauren Kole, MD
- Program coordinator
- Matt Smith
Program and application links
Review the official program page for training sites, curriculum, eligibility, required documents, deadlines, interview policy, visa sponsorship, and current openings.
About Dermatology residency training
Dermatology residency training typically lasts 4 years, including a preliminary year.
Many dermatology programs begin in the second year, so applicants also arrange a preliminary or transitional year.
This specialty has historically been among the more competitive in the Match. The NRMP’s Charting Outcomes in the Match reports show current applicant and match statistics by specialty.
General information about the specialty, not a statement about this program. Confirm details with the program.
How to apply to this residency
- Register with ERAS, the application service of the AAMC, and with the NRMP Main Residency Match.
- Apply to this program through ERAS during the application season, with the documents it asks for.
- If you interview here, rank the program on your NRMP rank order list by the deadline; Match results are released in March.
Deadlines, required documents, interview policy and visa sponsorship differ between programs and years. The program’s own website is the authority.
Prepare your application
- The NRMP Residency Match, explained
- Residency interview preparation: a four-week plan and question bank
- Residency interview strategies for USMLE candidates
- How to create a resume or CV for residency
- The Dean's letter (MSPE): what it is and how to get it from your medical school
- After the interview: highlight your strengths and send thank-you letters
- NRMP ranking algorithm & rank-list strategy
- Save money on USMLE and interview travel
- Study books by exam
- International medical graduates: ECFMG and visas
Questions to ask this program
Strong applicants use the interview to learn how a program trains its residents. Questions worth asking:
- How much autonomy do residents have at each training level, and how is supervision handled?
- Where do graduates go next: practice, fellowship or academic positions? Ask for recent examples.
- What are the call and night-float schedules, and how many hours do residents typically work?
- How are residents supported in preparing for board exams, and what is the program’s recent pass rate?
- What research, quality improvement or teaching opportunities are protected with time?
- What benefits, parental leave and wellness support does the program provide?
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Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to the University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Dermatology residency?
This directory lists the program in the NRMP Main Residency Match. Use the program and application links on this page for the current instructions, deadlines and required documents.
How long is the University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Dermatology residency?
The program length recorded for this entry is 3 years. Confirm it with the program.
How many positions does the University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Dermatology residency offer?
The number of positions is not recorded here. Ask the program or check the match service’s program listing for the current cycle.
What does the University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Dermatology residency pay?
Published salaries are listed in the PGY salaries table on this page, with the academic year and official source.