Dermatology

University of Minnesota Program

Minneapolis, MN · West North Central

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Contact

IP
Program Director
Ingrid Christina Polcari, MD
Email director
KC
Program Coordinator
Kathryn Chamberlain, MD
Email coordinator

Training Sites

4 hospitals in Minneapolis

  • 1
    Minneapolis VA Healthcare System
    Minneapolis, MN
    Primary
  • 2
    University of Minnesota Medical Center
    Minneapolis, MN
    Participant
  • 3
    Hennepin Healthcare
    Minneapolis, MN
    Participant
  • 4
    Park Nicollet Clinic
    St Louis Park, MN
    Participant

Score Ranges

USMLE Step 2 CK232 – 271
180205230255280

Level 2 CE data not available

Interview Rates

US MD
11%
US DO
4%
US IMG
0%
Non-US IMG
13%

Signal Rates

Gold Signal
56%
Silver Signal
10%
No Signal
0%

Applicant Origin

In-State
50%
Out-of-State
8%

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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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