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University of California (Irvine) Program

DermatologyUniversity-basedIMG: CHALLENGING
Irvine, CA(Irvine, CA Metropolitan Area Metro)
18
Positions
#52
Specialty Rank
$88,227
PGY1 Salary
0.0%
IMG %
#52
Dermatology Ranking
64th Percentile
Top 36% of programs

Program Overview

Program Details

ACGME Code:
0800521014
NRMP Code:
1043080A0J1
Program Type:
University-based
Total Positions:
18
Interviews:
36

Contact Information

Admission Requirements

Visa Sponsorship:
J1

Training Details

Training Structure

Avg Hours/Week:
45
Max Hours on Duty:
12
Avg 24hr Off Duty:
2
Lecture/Conference Hours:
6/week
Night Float:
No
Faculty Ratio:
1.30

Faculty & Teaching Environment

Total Physicians:
24
0
Part-Time Physicians:
1
Female Faculty:
65.2%
Outpatient Clinic Hours:
100%
0

Special Features & Unique Opportunities

The UC Irvine dermatology program provides exposure to all aspects of this diverse field. Residents see patients with oversight at the University, VA Medical Center, and Children's Hospital. Residents get extensive surgical experience and exposure to specialty clinics which include immunobullous diseases, pigmentary disorders, cutaneous oncology, rheumatologic, vulvar, pediatrics, laser surgery and cosmetics. Residents actively participate in research and quality improvement.

Program Offers & Benefits

  • On-call meal allowance
  • 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

Optional

0

Salary Progression

$88,227
PGY-1
$88,227
PGY-2
$91,280
PGY-3
$94,468
PGY-4
0

Benefits Package Details

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

Location & Lifestyle

Location Overview

City & State
Irvine, CA
Metropolitan Area
Irvine, CA Metropolitan Area
Geographic Region
Pacific
0

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Index
114(US avg: 100)
Median Home Price
$842K
Median Monthly Rent
$2.8K/mo
Median Household Income
$79K
Rent as % of Resident Salary
37.7%

Demographics & Community

Population
332K
Median Age
39 years
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
0.16999999999999998
Poverty Rate
14.0%
Unemployment Rate
2.0%

Climate & Weather

Summer
79°F
Winter
64°F
Sunny Days
230 days
Precipitation
27"
Humidity
64%

Local Cost of Goods & Services

Coffee
$4.23
Restaurant Meal
16.92
Gas (per gallon)
$4.51
Gym Membership
42

Purchasing Power AnalysisEnhanced Data

Nominal Salary
$88,227
Cost-Adjusted Salary
$77,392
Value Rating
Average
Cost data updated: 6/12/2025

Application Information

Program Details

ACGME Code:
0800521014
NRMP Code:
1043080A0J1
Total Positions:
18
Interviews:
36
Program Type:
University-based

Contact Information

Program Director:
Bonnie Lee
Program Website:
Visit Website
More Information:
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Application Timeline

Application Period:
9/15/2026 - 10/15/2026
Interview Period:
1/7/2026 - 1/9/2026
Video Interviews:
Not Available

Application Requirements

Required Letters:
3
Previous GME Required:
Moonlighting Allowed:
Yes

Examination Requirements

USMLE Requirements

Step 1 Required:
No
Step 2 Required:
No

COMLEX Requirements

COMLEX Level 1:
No, require USMLE scores for all applicants
COMLEX Level 2:
No, require USMLE scores for all applicants

Program Start Dates & Match Information

Start Dates

Available Start Dates:
July
July Start Date:
July

Match Information

NRMP Main Match:
No
NRMP Codes:
1043080A0

Institution & Program Size Details

Institution Information

Institution:
University of California (Irvine)
Primary Teaching Site:
University of California (Irvine)
Contact Person:
Terena Wells
Contact Email:
terenaw@hs.uci.edu

Program Size by Year

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

Program Policies & Additional Information

Smoking Policy:
Smoking Allowed
Salary Tax Status:
Yes
Paid Leave Days:
56
0

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
0.0%
DO Classification
CHALLENGING

Rankings & Reputation

Program Rankings

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