Dermatopathology Fellowship
Description:
This is an ACGME-accredited fellowship in Dermatopathology that begins July 1 of each year. The Dermatopathology Unit interprets over 10,000 skin biopsies per year, including interesting cases from Shands Hospital and the Department of Pathology's Diagnostic Referral Laboratory. The latter receives specimens from across the state of Florida and the entire Southeast with an active outside consultation service. The Dermatopathology service is closely coordinated with the Department of Dermatology, and fellows actively participate in Dermatology clinics and conferences. The Dermatopathology unit performs a wide range of immunohistochemical staining, immunofluorescence, and salt split skin testing. The Dermatopathology laboratories utilize state of the art molecular techniques, which are used in the diagnosis of cutaneous lymphoproliferative disorders. The fellow is expected to master these techniques that are performed on a daily basis. Appropriate training in Pathology for those candidates with a Dermatology background and in Clinical Dermatology for Pathology graduates will be provided. The fellow will be expected to identify areas of interest and to pursue them through a clinical and/or basic research project.
Applicant Requirements:
We require that all applicants pass USMLE steps 1, 2, 3 and the CSA.
- Higher USMLE scores are more competitive and assist us in selecting applicants for interviews.
By start of fellowship, the applicant must be board eligible or certified in anatomic pathology, anatomic and clinical pathology or clinical dermatology.
For International Medical Graduates:
- We require that all IMG applicants have valid ECFMG certificates.
- Clinical experience in pathology is especially helpful as well as previous experience in working in the U.S. health care system.
- The University of Florida supports J1 visas but does not support H1B visas.
Date of Next Available Position:
Currently accpepting application for the 2009-2010 year, which begins on July 1, 2009.
Benefits:
Commensurate with level of training. For more information, click here.
Faculty:
- Vladimir Vincek, M.D., Ph.D., Fellowship Director
- Frederick Glavin, M.D.
Applications:
Completed application packets, due by February 1st the year preceding the start of the fellowship, include:
- Standard National Application (CAP)
- Personal statement of interest
- Curriculum Vitae
- Three letters of recommendation (to the fellowship director)
The interview period generally occurs between January 1st to March 30th. Candidates are typically notified of their acceptance by late April.
Send completed packets to:
Dermatopathology Fellowship
c/o Beverly Osborn
University of Florida College of Medicine
Department of Pathology
PO Box 100275
Gainesville, Florida 32610-0275