Dermatology

University of California (San Diego) Medical Center Program

La Jolla, CA · Pacific

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Contact

Program Director

Taraneh Paravar, MD

Email director

Program Coordinator

Erica Lupien

Email coordinator

Training Sites

3 hospitals in San Diego

1
University of California (San Diego) Medical Center
San Diego, CA
Primary
2
Rady Children's Hospital
San Diego, CA
Participant
3
VA San Diego Healthcare System
San Diego, CA
Participant

Score Ranges

USMLE Step 2 CK239 – 269

180205230255280

Level 2 CE data not available

Interview Rates

US MD

14%

US DO

US IMG

Non-US IMG

Signal Rates

Gold Signal

58%

Silver Signal

11%

No Signal

Applicant Origin

In-State

19%

Out-of-State

11%

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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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