How to Apply

The Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology Fellowship begins in July of each academic year.

Our recruitment cycle follows the national Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology fellowship application timeline.

Position availability

We offer one fellowship position annually.

Application timeline

Applications are accepted according to the national application timeline for Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology fellowship programs.

Applicants are encouraged to review current timelines and requirements established through the national application process.

Application format

Applications should be submitted through the centralized application process utilized for Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology fellowship programs.

Applicants should submit all required application materials according to current national application guidelines.

Applicant selection

Our MSDO Fellowship program participates in the San Francisco Match. All application materials should be submitted through the SFMatch for consideration.

Applications are reviewed holistically with consideration given to:

• Academic performance and clinical excellence
• Surgical aptitude and procedural experience
• Professionalism and leadership
• Research and scholarly activities
• Commitment to cutaneous oncology and dermatologic surgery
• Letters of recommendation and mentorship evaluations
• Alignment with the mission and educational goals of the fellowship

Application requirements

Applications must include:

• Medical school dean’s letter
• Medical school transcript
• Three to four letters of recommendation, including one from the residency program director
• Curriculum vitae
• Personal statement
• Documentation of completed ACGME-accredited dermatology program or anticipated completion prior to fellowship start date. Board eligibility in dermatology is required at the beginning of fellowship.
• Valid Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) documentation, if applicable

Position requirements

Applicants must:

• Successfully complete an accredited dermatology residency program prior to fellowship start
• Be board-eligible or board-certified in dermatology
• Be eligible for medical licensure in the applicable training state(s)

There is no minimum United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) score requirement; however, applicants must have successfully completed required licensing examinations.

Interview process

Selected applicants will be invited for interviews after review of completed applications. Interviews are conducted virtually.

The interview experience includes:

• Introduction to the fellowship and educational mission
• Meetings with fellowship leadership and faculty
• Individual faculty interviews
• Opportunities to meet the current fellow and members of the surgical team
• Overview of clinical facilities and training experiences
• Dedicated question and answer sessions

Interview dates and scheduling information will be communicated directly to selected applicants.

Benefits and policies

For an overview of benefits available to residents and fellows, please visit the Graduate Medical Education Benefits page.

The Residents and Fellows Policy and Procedure Manual outlines institutional policies governing residency and fellowship training and is considered part of the Resident/Fellow Agreement of Appointment.

Applicants are encouraged to review institutional policies regarding:

• Eligibility requirements (PDF)
• Selection process (PDF)
• Visa policies
• Graduate Medical Education policies
• Resident and Fellow agreements