The Advanced Dermatologic Surgery Fellowship at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) is a one-year training program accredited by the American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS). Under the direction of Neil A. Swanson, M.D., Fellowship Program Director, the curriculum emphasizes comprehensive clinical training in cutaneous surgery and oncology.

The fellow participates in a variety of dermatologic surgery unit activities located at OHSU and the Portland Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC). These include Mohs micrographic surgery, reconstructive surgery, dermatologic laser surgery, dermabrasion, sclerotherapy, scar revision, filler materials and other procedures such as destructions, biopsies, cryotherapy, excisions and nail surgery.

The American College of Mohs Surgery currently recognizes more than 70 training centers throughout the country where qualified applicants receive comprehensive training in Mohs Micrographic Surgery, including OHSU. During the training program, the fellow completes a minimum of 500 cases on a multitude of different skin cancer cases.

For more information about ACMS accreditation, visit: http://www.mohscollege.org/sisrb/

Candidates considering a career in academic dermatology are strongly encouraged to apply. The fellow is expected to be a role model to residents and medical students, and instruct them in dermatologic surgery during the fellowship.

• Neil A. Swanson, M.D., Program Director
• Ken K. Lee, M.D., Associate Director
• Anna A. Bar, M.D.

The Advanced Dermatologic Surgery Fellowship Program at OHSU participates in the San Francisco Match. Any applications that are late or received after the deadline will not be considered. If you are selected for an interview, you will be scheduled to visit OHSU to meet faculty and staff, and to learn more about Portland.

• Successful completion of an accredited three-year dermatology residency program
• Eligibility for Oregon Medical license
• Current CV (include SF match number)
• Personal statement
• OHSU application (download here)
• Passport size photograph
• Dean's letter
• Three letters of recommendation

June 1, 2009: Applications accepted
September 10, 2009: Deadline for submission of application materials
Late September 2009: Interviews offered
October/November: Interviews
November 23, 2009: Match Day

Please send all application materials to:
Neil A. Swanson, M.D., Program Director
Oregon Health & Science University
Department of Dermatology (CH 16D)
3303 S.W. Bond Avenue
Portland, Oregon 97239

Phone: 503-494-1375
Fax: 503-494-6844
Email: andeshel@ohsu.edu

Joseph F. Sobanko, M.D.