University of Cincinnati Medical Center/College of Medicine
The University of Cincinnati Medical Center/College of Medicine Dermatology residency in Cincinnati, OH 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
University of Cincinnati dermatology residency. The program reports a 100% board pass rate over the past 20 years and a higher-than-national-average share of graduates choosing academic dermatology. Residents see patients from a 100-mile radius across Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana (over 40,000 visits per year) and train at UC Medical Center, Cincinnati Children's and the Cincinnati VA. The department also runs an ACGME-accredited Micrographic Surgery & Dermatologic Oncology Fellowship and postdoctoral basic science research fellowships.
Summarized from the program’s official website. Confirm details with the program.
Program highlights
- Emphasise interest in academic dermatology: the program states its share of graduates choosing academia is well above the national average.
- Ask about clinicopathologic correlation: it is a stated emphasis, with weekly dermatopathology conferences, CPC sessions and a dermpath rotation in each year.
- Highlight any basic science or clinical research interest: elective time allows lab/clinical projects, many residents publish several papers, and postdoctoral research fellowships exist in the department.
- Ask about the endowed lectureship series (7-8 guest speakers per year) and 1-2 grand rounds per month.
- Mention interest in pediatric dermatology: a two-month rotation at Cincinnati Children's plus pediatric electives; also ask about the Mohs/dermatologic oncology fellowship pathway in-house.
- Ask how inpatient consult exposure (1-2 months each year at UCMC) and VA/community clinics balance continuity care.
PGY salaries
PGY salaries have not been verified for this program.
Program leadership and contact
- Program coordinator
- Joan Griggs
- Address
- Department of Dermatology, 231 Albert Sabin Way, Mail Location 0592, Cincinnati, OH 45267-0592
- joan.griggs@uc.edu
- Phone
- 513-558-6302
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 Cincinnati Medical Center/College of Medicine 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 Cincinnati Medical Center/College of Medicine Dermatology residency?
This directory has no verified length for this program. Dermatology residency training typically lasts 4 years, including a preliminary year; confirm with the program.
How many positions does the University of Cincinnati Medical Center/College of Medicine 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 Cincinnati Medical Center/College of Medicine Dermatology residency pay?
Salaries have not been verified for this program. Many institutions publish a resident and fellow salary schedule on their graduate medical education office page.