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Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center Program

DermatologyUniversity-basedIMG: CHALLENGING
Cleveland, OH(Cleveland, OH Metropolitan Area Metro)
22
Positions
#42
Specialty Rank
$70,444
PGY1 Salary
0.0%
IMG %
#42
Dermatology Ranking
71st Percentile
Top 29% of programs

Program Overview

Program Details

ACGME Code:
0803821120
NRMP Code:
1552080A1
Program Type:
University-based
Total Positions:
22
Interviews:
59

Contact Information

Admission Requirements

Visa Sponsorship:
J1

Training Details

Training Structure

Avg Hours/Week:
45
Max Hours on Duty:
14
Avg 24hr Off Duty:
2
Lecture/Conference Hours:
8/week
Night Float:
No
Faculty Ratio:
0.80

Faculty & Teaching Environment

Total Physicians:
18
Non-Physician Staff:
6
0
Female Faculty:
50%
Outpatient Clinic Hours:
80%
0

Special Features & Unique Opportunities

Our program features comprehensive training in general dermatology, procedural dermatology, pediatric dermatology, inpatient dermatology, dermatopathology, and medical dermatology with additional specialty training in cutaneous oncology, psoriasis and blistering diseases. Residents are encouraged to personalize their training by pursuing research in an area of interest, or an optional 2+2 academic research track. Our faculty have a diverse array of interests and are eager to mentor residents.

Program Offers & Benefits

  • Free parking
  • iPads, tablets, etc., or technology allowance
  • Placement assistance upon completion of program into practice, fellowship or academia

Educational Opportunities

  • Curriculum to develop health systems leadership skills (e.g., QI project leadership, community/organizational advocacy)
  • Formal program to foster interprofessional teamwork
  • Debt management/financial counseling
  • Resident/fellow retreats
  • Off-campus electives

Research Opportunities

Research Rotation

Required

Duration

8 weeks

Salary Progression

$70,444
PGY-1
$70,444
PGY-2
$73,202
PGY-3
$75,748
PGY-4
$78,294
PGY-5

Benefits Package Details

Dental Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Disability Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Group Life Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Inpatient Mental Health:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Outpatient Mental Health:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Major Medical (Residents):Institution & Resident Share Cost
Major Medical (Dependents):Institution & Resident Share Cost

Location & Lifestyle

Location Overview

City & State
Cleveland, OH
Metropolitan Area
Cleveland, OH Metropolitan Area
Geographic Region
East North Central
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Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Index
95(US avg: 100)
Median Home Price
$267K
Median Monthly Rent
$1.2K/mo
Median Household Income
$39K
Rent as % of Resident Salary
20.7%

Demographics & Community

Population
238K
Median Age
50 years
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
0.3
Poverty Rate
15.0%
Unemployment Rate
10.0%

Climate & Weather

Summer
85°F
Winter
45°F
Sunny Days
208 days
Precipitation
55"
Humidity
75%

Local Cost of Goods & Services

Coffee
$5.08
Restaurant Meal
11.3
Gas (per gallon)
$3.95
Gym Membership
50

Purchasing Power AnalysisEnhanced Data

Nominal Salary
$70,444
Cost-Adjusted Salary
$74,152
Value Rating
Good
Cost data updated: 6/12/2025

Application Information

Program Details

ACGME Code:
0803821120
NRMP Code:
1552080A1
Total Positions:
22
Interviews:
59
Program Type:
University-based

Contact Information

Program Director:
Timmie Rohi Sharma
Program Website:
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More Information:
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Application Timeline

Application Period:
9/1/2025 - 10/1/2025
Interview Period:
1/8/2026 - 1/30/2026
Video Interviews:
Not Available

Application Requirements

Required Letters:
3
Previous GME Required:
Moonlighting Allowed:
No

Examination Requirements

USMLE Requirements

Step 1 Required:
No
Step 2 Required:
No

COMLEX Requirements

COMLEX Level 1:
No
COMLEX Level 2:
No

Program Start Dates & Match Information

Start Dates

Available Start Dates:
July
July Start Date:
July

Match Information

NRMP Main Match:
No
NRMP Codes:
1552080A0

Institution & Program Size Details

Institution Information

Institution:
Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
Primary Teaching Site:
Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
Contact Person:
Kristina J Myers

Program Size by Year

First Year Positions:
6
Positions by Year:
PGY-1:6
PGY-2:6
PGY-3:6
PGY-4:4

Program Policies & Additional Information

Smoking Policy:
No Smoking
Salary Tax Status:
Yes
Paid Leave Days:
60

IMG/DO Friendliness

International Medical Graduates (IMG)

Visa Sponsorship
J-1 through ECFMG
IMG Percentage
0.0%
IMG Classification
CHALLENGING
0

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

DO Percentage
22.2%
DO Classification
HIGH

Rankings & Reputation

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