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University of California (San Diego) Medical Center Program

Dermatology residency program in La Jolla, California, sponsored by University of California (San Diego) Medical Center.

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About University of California (San Diego) Medical Center Program

ACGME code
0800521018
Program director
Taraneh Paravar
Location
La Jolla, California
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
5
First-year spots
Applicants
356
Latest cycle
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of California (San Diego) Medical Center Program is a university Based Dermatology residency program in La Jolla, California, sponsored by University of California (San Diego) Medical Center. It offers 5 first-year positions, higher than the typical Dermatology program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 356 applications.

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 50 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research track.

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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
5
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%

Demographics

  • Women73%
  • Men27%
  • White27%
  • Asian60%
  • Black or African American7%
  • Hispanic or Latino13%
  • Other7%

Contact and location

Program director
Taraneh Paravar
Program coordinator
Erica Lupien
Coordinator phone
(858) 657-1675
Sponsoring institution
University of California (San Diego) Medical Center

Department of Dermatology 9500 Gilman Drive MC# 0975 La Jolla, CA 92093-0975 Open in Google Maps

University of California (San Diego) Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of California (San Diego) Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of California (San Diego) Medical Center Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is University of California (San Diego) Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

University of California (San Diego) Medical Center 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 University of California (San Diego) Medical Center Program offer?

University of California (San Diego) Medical Center Program offers 5 first-year Dermatology positions, and 5 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of California (San Diego) Medical Center Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has University of California (San Diego) Medical Center Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Dermatology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 259.

Where is University of California (San Diego) Medical Center Program located?

University of California (San Diego) Medical Center Program is located at Department of Dermatology 9500 Gilman Drive MC# 0975 La Jolla, CA 92093-0975. Its sponsoring institution is University of California (San Diego) Medical Center.

Who is the program director of University of California (San Diego) Medical Center Program?

The program director is Taraneh Paravar. The program coordinator, Erica Lupien, is the usual contact for application questions.

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