DermatologyUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program

Dermatology residency program in Nashville, Tennessee, sponsored by Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

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About Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program

ACGME code
0804721098
Program director
Rachel Champion
Location
Nashville, Tennessee
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
5
First-year spots
Applicants
355
Latest cycle
Interview rate
12.7%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

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

In the latest application cycle the program received 355 applications and invited about 12.7% 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 and H-1B 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 scores of interviewed applicants
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
5
Interview rate
12.7%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

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

Demographics

  • Women73%
  • Men27%
  • White73%
  • Asian20%
  • Hispanic or Latino7%
  • Other7%

Contact and location

Program director
Rachel Champion
Program coordinator
Amy Nazario
Coordinator phone
(615) 343-3213
Program phone
(615) 322-6485
Sponsoring institution
Vanderbilt University Medical Center

719 Thompson Lane, Suite 26300 Nashville, TN 37204 Open in Google Maps

Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

Vanderbilt University 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 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program offer?

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

How competitive is Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program?

Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program received 355 applications and interviewed about 12.7% of applicants. The typical Dermatology program interviews about 12.2%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Vanderbilt University 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 Vanderbilt University 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 Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program located?

Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program is located at 719 Thompson Lane, Suite 26300 Nashville, TN 37204. Its sponsoring institution is Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

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

The program director is Rachel Champion. The program coordinator, Amy Nazario, is the usual contact for application questions.

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