DermatologyUniversity BasedSponsors J-1

University of Rochester Medical Center Program

Dermatology residency program in Rochester, New York, sponsored by University of Rochester Medical Center.

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About University of Rochester Medical Center Program

ACGME code
0803521102
Program director
Paul Blackcloud
Location
Rochester, New York
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
5
First-year spots
Applicants
274
Latest cycle
Interview rate
13.1%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Rochester Medical Center Program is a university Based Dermatology residency program in Rochester, New York, sponsored by University of Rochester Medical Center. It offers 5 first-year positions, higher than the typical Dermatology program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 274 applications and invited about 13.1% 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 45 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 scores of interviewed applicants
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
5
Interview rate
13.1%
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%

Demographics

  • Women53%
  • Men47%
  • White47%
  • Asian40%
  • Black or African American13%
  • Other7%

Contact and location

Program director
Paul Blackcloud
Program coordinator
Michael Powers
Coordinator phone
(585) 275-0193
Program phone
(585) 275-7546
Sponsoring institution
University of Rochester Medical Center

40 Celebration Drive Box 697 – Derm College Town Rochester, NY 14620 Open in Google Maps

University of Rochester Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Rochester Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Rochester 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 Rochester Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

University of Rochester 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 Rochester Medical Center Program offer?

University of Rochester Medical Center Program offers 5 first-year Dermatology positions, and 5 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Rochester Medical Center Program?

University of Rochester Medical Center Program received 274 applications and interviewed about 13.1% of applicants. The typical Dermatology program interviews about 12.2%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Rochester 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 Rochester Medical Center Program's Step 2 CK score range of interviewed applicants. 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 Rochester Medical Center Program located?

University of Rochester Medical Center Program is located at 40 Celebration Drive Box 697 – Derm College Town Rochester, NY 14620. Its sponsoring institution is University of Rochester Medical Center.

Who is the program director of University of Rochester Medical Center Program?

The program director is Paul Blackcloud. The program coordinator, Michael Powers, is the usual contact for application questions.

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