DermatologyUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program

Dermatology residency program in Richmond, Virginia, sponsored by Virginia Commonwealth University Health System.

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About Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program

ACGME code
0805121090
Program director
Kimberly Salkey
Location
Richmond, Virginia
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
2
First-year spots
Applicants
344
Latest cycle
Interview rate
10.8%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program is a university Based Dermatology residency program in Richmond, Virginia, sponsored by Virginia Commonwealth University Health System. It offers 2 first-year positions, lower than the typical Dermatology program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 344 applications and invited about 10.8% 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 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
2
Interview rate
10.8%
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%

Contact and location

Program director
Kimberly Salkey
Program coordinator
Amanda Harrison
Coordinator phone
(804) 327-8114
Program phone
(804) 560-8919
Sponsoring institution
Virginia Commonwealth University Health System

Medical College of Virginia Hospital 1001 E. Leigh Street 11th floor Richmond, VA 23219 Open in Google Maps

Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program: frequently asked questions

Does Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Virginia Commonwealth University Health System 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 Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program IMG-friendly?

Virginia Commonwealth University Health System 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 Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program offer?

Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program offers 2 first-year Dermatology positions, and 2 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program?

Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program received 344 applications and interviewed about 10.8% of applicants. The typical Dermatology program interviews about 12.2%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Virginia Commonwealth University Health System 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 Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program located?

Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program is located at Medical College of Virginia Hospital 1001 E. Leigh Street 11th floor Richmond, VA 23219. Its sponsoring institution is Virginia Commonwealth University Health System.

Who is the program director of Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program?

The program director is Kimberly Salkey. The program coordinator, Amanda Harrison, is the usual contact for application questions.

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