Dermatology

Boston University Medical Center Program

Boston, MA · New England

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Contact

Program Director

Lisa Shen, MD

Email director

Program Coordinator

Katie Galek, MD

Email coordinator

Training Sites

3 hospitals in Boston

1
Boston University Medical Center
Boston, MA
Primary
2
Veterans Affairs Medical Center (Boston)
Boston, MA
Participant
3
Granite Medical Group
Quincy, MA
Participant

Score Ranges

USMLE Step 2 CK245 – 270

180205230255280

Level 2 CE data not available

Interview Rates

US MD

14%

US DO

US IMG

Non-US IMG

Signal Rates

Gold Signal

54%

Silver Signal

13%

No Signal

Applicant Origin

In-State

45%

Out-of-State

10%

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Interview Prep

Common questions for Dermatology interviews

specialtyWhy dermatology over other specialties?★ common

clinicalDescribe an interesting dermatology case you've seen.★ common

specialtyHow do you stay updated with dermatology literature?

specialtyWhat area of dermatology interests you most? (Medical, surgical, cosmetic, dermatopathology)★ common

clinicalHow would you counsel a patient about skin cancer prevention?

specialtyWhat's your understanding of the dermatology workforce shortage?

personalTell me about yourself.★ common

specialtyWhy did you choose this specialty?★ common

programWhy are you interested in our program?★ common

behavioralWhat are your strengths and weaknesses?★ common

personalWhere do you see yourself in 5-10 years?★ common

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