Dermatology

Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program

Nashville, TN · East South Central

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Program Director

Rachel Champion, MD

Email director

Program Coordinator

Ellie D Lewis

Email coordinator

Program website

Training Sites

2 hospitals in Nashville

1
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, TN
Primary
2
Veterans Affairs Medical Center (Nashville)
Nashville, TN
Participant

Score Ranges

USMLE Step 2 CK249 – 275

180205230255280

Level 2 CE data not available

Interview Rates

US MD

12%

US DO

US IMG

Non-US IMG

Signal Rates

Gold Signal

55%

Silver Signal

10%

No Signal

Applicant Origin

In-State

43%

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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