Dermatology Education
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Train under a tradition of clinical and research excellence that began in 1890 and continues, on the forefront of the industry, today.
Training in Excellence

The U-M Medical School Department of Dermatology provides integrated basic science and clinical training to medical students, dermatology residents, clinical fellows and other physicians, in one of the most sought-after programs of its kind. 

We build the foundation that enables future practitioners to provide excellent patient care, while empowering bold research that’s advancing medical knowledge and translating to clinical treatments, every day.
Education & Training Programs
Dermatology Residency

Learn how to apply to our program. Review our clinical rotations. Explore our research opportunities.

Medical Student Education

Explore options for medical students with an interest in the dermatology specialty.

Clinical Fellowship Programs

Our clinical fellowship programs offer specialized training in delivering high-quality patient care, education and research discovery.

Research Training

Learn about our post-doctoral Training Program in Cell and Molecular Dermatology and other research training opportunities.

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UMich Med Mosaic
Path to Medicine: Stories from the Med School Finish Line
In this episode of the UMich Med Mosaic podcast, M1 host Mackenzie Kay chats with a trio of incredible M4 students, Julian Neshewat, Charlotte Jackson and Gabriela Ashenafi, just days before their medical school commencement ceremony. The conversation explores their paths and experiences at the University of Michigan Medical School with a particular focus on choosing a specialty. Gabriela talks about her journey to OBGYN, driven by her personal and family background. Julian shares the story of his late switch from a focus on Surgery to Radiology, sparked by his year off pursuing an MBA. Charlotte explains how she started out wary of Surgery, only to realize her passion for it after some reflection and experience. The group also shares advice for staying grounded and finding good mentors, while emphasizing the importance of following your own path in the world of medicine.
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Health Lab Podcast
When is a mole suspicious?
Many people have them, but not all moles are the same. In this episode, learn how to examine yours properly — and when it’s time to see a doctor. You can read the full article on the Health Lab website.
Health Lab
4 ways to check your moles for skin cancer
University of Michigan dermatologist explains how to recognize atypical moles. She also shares skin cancer symptoms and how to check yourself for skin cancer.
Department News
Dermatology Residency Match - 2025
The Michigan Medicine Department of Dermatology is pleased to share news of this year’s dermatology resident match.
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Health Lab
Study doubles number of genetic signals for psoriasis
A large genome wide association study (GWAS) of psoriasis identifies new susceptibility variants that underlie this common, yet enigmatic, skin disease.
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The Fundamentals
Epigenetics, Inflammation and the Human Immune System
People with diabetes often have a host of other conditions including cardiovascular disease and kidney disease driven by inflammation. On today's episode, we talk with Dr. Katherine Gallagher, professor of surgery, professor of microbiology and immunology, and the Leland Ira Doan Research Professor of Vascular Surgery at U of M, who is looking at how epigenetics - the influence of environmental factors and behaviors impact on gene expression - might explain changes in the immune system in people with cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and other conditions related to inflammation.