Residency Application Process
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ACGME-Accredited Dermatology Residency Program in Atlanta, Georgia | Goodman Dermatology
Larkin Community Hospital Program – Dermatology, Roswell, GA – 0801200030
How to Apply to Our Residency (2 Paths)
The application process involves three key steps:
- Apply Through ERAS.
- Interview Virtually First.
- Visit Us In Person Next.
After ERAS applications are submitted, selected applicants will be offered a virtual screening interview. This helps us determine which candidates will be invited to an in-person interview at Goodman Dermatology in Atlanta, Ga. Final selection is made through the NRMP Advanced Match.
Apply as a MS-4 for the Advanced Track
Application Timeline
1. ERAS Application Submission (September):
Applicants must submit all application materials through ERAS. Applications are reviewed holistically and on a rolling basis.
2. Virtual Screening Interviews (September-March, by invitation): Selected applicants may be invited to participate in a virtual screening interview. This interview is used as an initial assessment of an applicant’s qualifications, professionalism, communication skills, and alignment with program values.
Participation in a virtual interview does not guarantee an invitation to an in-person interview.
3. In-Person Interviews (September-March, by invitation): Applicants who advance in the selection process may be invited to participate in an in-person interview at Goodman Dermatology in Atlanta, Ga. The in-person interview provides an opportunity for mutual evaluation of the program structure, training environment, and professional fit. The in-person interview consists of a structured working rotation; a detailed schedule for the week will be emailed to applicants prior to arrival. Applicants should anticipate completing a standardized assessment at the conclusion of the week.
4. NRMP Rank Order List Period (February-March, approximately):
The program and applicants submit rank order lists through the NRMP Advanced Match during the designated ranking window.
5. NRMP Advanced Match Results (March):
Final selection and placement of residents occurs through the NRMP Advanced Match, with results released in March.
* * * WE ACCEPT LETTERS OF INTENT * * *
Selection Principles:
The Goodman Dermatology Residency Program follows a fair, equitable, and non-discriminatory selection process. Applicants are evaluated using multiple criteria, which may include but are not limited to:
- Academic performance and clinical preparation
- Professionalism and ethical behavior
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated interest in dermatology
- Alignment with the program’s educational mission and patient-centered values
Selection decisions are not based on gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other protected characteristic, in compliance with ACGME and institutional nondiscrimination policies.
Internship (PGY-1) Eligibility
Applicants to the Goodman Dermatology Residency Program must complete an ACGME-accredited internship (PGY-1 year) that meets ACGME requirements for entry into dermatology training.
The program accepts any internship year permitted by the ACGME for dermatology, including but not limited to:
- Transitional Year
- Preliminary Internal Medicine
- Preliminary Surgery
- Preliminary Pediatrics
- Other ACGME-accredited PGY-1 programs that fulfill dermatology entry requirements
Applicants are responsible for ensuring that their internship program meets ACGME eligibility criteria for advanced dermatology training.
Important Notices:
- All interviews are conducted by invitation only.
- The program does not offer positions outside of the NRMP Match.
- Appointment to the residency program is contingent upon meeting all institutional, ACGME, and regulatory requirements, including eligibility for medical licensure and credentialing.
Get More Information
Learn more about Goodman’s residency program, including:
- About the Program
- Didactic Training Schedule
- Rotation Request
- How To Apply
- Former Dermatology Residents and Mohs Surgery Fellows
Select residents may continue their training with our ACGME-accredited Mohs Micrographic Surgery Fellowship.
Apply as a DO/MD for the Physician Reserved Track
*Same Application Timeline As Above*
Overview
The Goodman Dermatology Residency Program offers a reserved track for physician applicants. This track is intended for physicians who have already completed prior graduate medical education and who meet eligibility requirements for entry into advanced dermatology training.
Participation in the reserved track, if offered in a given recruitment cycle, is conducted in accordance with ACGME requirements, NRMP policies, and institutional approval.
Physician Eligibility
Physician applicants considered for the Reserved Track may include individuals who have:
- Completed an ACGME-accredited residency or internship
- Prior clinical training that satisfies ACGME requirements for entry into dermatology
- Eligibility for medical licensure and credentialing at the training site
- All physicians are eligible – if completed another residency or partially completed another residency.
Final eligibility determination is made in accordance with ACGME program requirements and institutional policies.
Application and Selection
Physician applicants must apply through ERAS and participate in the NRMP Advanced Match unless otherwise permitted by NRMP policy.
Selection into the reserved track, if available, follows the same fair, equitable, and non-discriminatory principles applied to all applicants. Evaluation criteria may include prior clinical training, professional experience, demonstrated commitment to dermatology, and alignment with the program’s educational mission.
Important Notices
- Availability of a reserved track for physicians may vary by recruitment cycle.
- All matched applicants must meet ACGME, institutional, and regulatory requirements prior to the start of training.]
- The program does not offer positions outside the NRMP Match.