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Temple University Hospital Program

Dermatology residency program in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, sponsored by Temple University Hospital.

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About Temple University Hospital Program

ACGME code
0804100104
Program director
Afton Metkowski
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
5
First-year spots
Applicants
431
Latest cycle
Interview rate
12.1%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Temple University Hospital Program is a university Based Dermatology residency program in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, sponsored by Temple University Hospital. It offers 5 first-year positions, higher than the typical Dermatology program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 431 applications and invited about 12.1% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Dermatology interview rate of 12.2%.

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Dermatology program has 0%. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 40 hours a week in their first year.

Requirements and screening

USMLE Step 1 is pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the score programs screen on. These are the details IMGs most often need before deciding whether to apply.

  • Step 2 CK minimum score
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • Application deadline
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
5
Interview rate
12.1%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates100%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Contact and location

Program director
Afton Metkowski
Program coordinator
Emily Caldarelli
Coordinator phone
(215) 936-4096
Program phone
(267) 896-3361
Sponsoring institution
Temple University Hospital

3401 North Broad St Ste B500 Philadelphia, PA 19140 Open in Google Maps

Temple University Hospital Program: frequently asked questions

Does Temple University Hospital Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Temple University Hospital Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Temple University Hospital Program IMG-friendly?

Temple University Hospital Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Dermatology program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Temple University Hospital Program offer?

Temple University Hospital Program offers 5 first-year Dermatology positions, and 5 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Temple University Hospital Program?

Temple University Hospital Program received 431 applications and interviewed about 12.1% of applicants. The typical Dermatology program interviews about 12.2%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Temple University Hospital Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Temple University Hospital Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Dermatology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 259.

Where is Temple University Hospital Program located?

Temple University Hospital Program is located at 3401 North Broad St Ste B500 Philadelphia, PA 19140. Its sponsoring institution is Temple University Hospital.

Who is the program director of Temple University Hospital Program?

The program director is Afton Metkowski. The program coordinator, Emily Caldarelli, is the usual contact for application questions.

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