Procedural Dermatology and Cutaneous Oncology Research Fellowship
Director: David Ciocon
Explore a dermatology research fellowship tailored for medical students taking a gap year in between their third and fourth year. This fellowship, led by an esteemed expert in Mohs micrographic surgery and procedural dermatology, Dr. David Ciocon. Fellows have the opportunity to contribute to the ever-expanding body of literature in dermatologic surgery and have multiple opportunities to be involved in patient care, directly assisting in various dermatologic procedures such as Mohs micrographic surgery, excisions, biopsies, intralesional injections and more. As fellows progress through the year, they will gain mastery of procedural dermatology making this fellowship a unique blend of academic rigor and clinical application.
If interested in this opportunity, please email your CV and a few sentences expressing your interest in this fellowship to Dr. Ciocon at daciocon@montefiore.org
Dermatopharmacology Fellowship
Director: Holly Kanavy, D.O.
A competitive two-year program that introduces fellows to the design and implementation of clinical trials in dermatology. The fellow will have the opportunity to collaborate on a wide variety of cutting-edge projects in dermatology, including studies of atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, alopecia areata, supportive oncodermatology, and hidradenitis suppurativa. Targeted towards graduated M.D. or D.O. recipients who have completed intern year.
- Position open for 2026-2028
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Length of fellowship: 2 years
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Number of positions: 1
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Application deadline: Rolling
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Additional requirements: CV and cover letter of interest including career goals
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Contact information: Rachel Parks, MD, email: rparks@montefiore.org
Supportive Oncodermatology Fellowship
Director: Beth McLellan, M.D.
A one-year program open to medical students taking a gap year or after medical school or internship. Dr. McLellan studies cutaneous manifestations of cancer and cancer therapies. Currently, she is working to develop an understanding of the pathogenesis of radiation dermatitis and the interplay of the immunologic response, Staphylococcus aureus, and the microbiome. Dr. McLellan works closely with Kosaku Shinoda, PhD in a bench to bedside research model. Drs. McLellan and Kosaku accept 2 fellows per year and although there is overlap, there are 2 tracks - clinical and lab.
Please email the following materials to supportive-oncoderm@googlegroups.com by November 1, 2024 to be considered for a position in 2025.
- 300-word personal statement describing your interest in dermatology, the research fellowship, and previous research experience
- CV including medical school grades, USMLE Step scores (if available), and contact information for 2 references
The deadline for applications is January 6, 2023 but are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. Applicants will be notified soon thereafter for a videoconference interview, and decisions will be provided no later than February 3, 2023.
For general questions about the program, please contact supportive-oncoderm@googlegroups.com
Cosmetic Dermatology and Alopecia Fellowship
Director: Kseniya Kobets, M.D.
Procedural Dermatology and Hidradenitis Suppurativa Dual Fellowship
Director(s): Dr. David Ciocon
Explore a distinct dermatology research fellowship tailored for medical students taking a gap year in between their third and fourth year. This program, led by esteemed Mohs surgeon, Dr. David Ciocon offers a comprehensive academic experience focused on dermatologic surgery and cutaneous oncology. Fellows contribute substantively to research articles in procedural dermatology, skin cancer, skin of color, and hidradenitis suppurativa and have the opportunity to present their findings at various dermatologic conferences. Furthermore, research fellows actively engage in patient care, directly assisting in various dermatologic procedures such as Mohs micrographic surgery, excisions, intralesional injections. This academic experience ensures a nuanced understanding of these specialties, providing valuable skills and insights that will be useful as a future dermatologist. As participants progress through the year, they will gain mastery in both of these subject areas making this fellowship a unique blend of academic rigor and clinical application.
If interested in this opportunity, email Dr. Ciocon with your CV attached.
