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University of Michigan Program

DermatologyUniversity-basedIMG: CHALLENGING
Ann Arbor, MI(Arbor, MI Metropolitan Area Metro)
24
Positions
#11
Specialty Rank
$80,131
PGY1 Salary
0.0%
IMG %
#11
Dermatology Ranking
93rd Percentile
Top 7% of programs

Program Overview

Program Details

ACGME Code:
0802531045
NRMP Code:
1293080A0
Program Type:
University-based
Total Positions:
24
Interviews:
64

Contact Information

Yolanda Rosi Helfrich
Program Director

Admission Requirements

Visa Sponsorship:
J1

Training Details

Training Structure

Avg Hours/Week:
45
Max Hours on Duty:
16
Avg 24hr Off Duty:
2.2
Lecture/Conference Hours:
8/week
Night Float:
No
Faculty Ratio:
0.90

Faculty & Teaching Environment

Total Physicians:
26
0
Part-Time Physicians:
7
Female Faculty:
52.6%
Outpatient Clinic Hours:
95%

Special Features & Unique Opportunities

Established in 1912 and one of the oldest programs in the nation, our residency program combines the virtues of compassionate care and sound clinical judgment with the technological resources of a major research institution. UM dermatology offers a traditional three-year training program that provides a challenging, dynamic and multifaceted experience in an atmosphere that promotes intellectual stimulation and academic growth.

Program Offers & Benefits

  • On-call meal allowance
  • iPads, tablets, etc., or technology allowance

Educational Opportunities

  • Curriculum to develop health systems leadership skills (e.g., QI project leadership, community/organizational advocacy)
  • Economics of health care systems curriculum
  • Debt management/financial counseling
  • International experience/global health
  • Resident/fellow retreats
  • Off-campus electives

Research Opportunities

Research Rotation

Optional

0

Salary Progression

$80,131
PGY-1
$80,131
PGY-2
$83,336
PGY-3
$86,670
PGY-4
0

Benefits Package Details

Dental Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Disability Insurance:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Group Life Insurance:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Major Medical Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
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
Ann Arbor, MI
Metropolitan Area
Arbor, MI Metropolitan Area
Geographic Region
East North Central
Metropolitan Population
10,057,921

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Index
81(US avg: 100)
Median Home Price
$192K
Median Monthly Rent
$0.9K/mo
Median Household Income
$83K
Rent as % of Resident Salary
13.0%

Demographics & Community

Metropolitan Population
10,057,921
Median Age
36 years
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
0.16
Poverty Rate
21.0%
Unemployment Rate
7.0%

Climate & Weather

Summer
66°F
Winter
26°F
Sunny Days
280 days
Precipitation
36"
Humidity
61%

Local Cost of Goods & Services

Coffee
$5.26
Restaurant Meal
11.11
Gas (per gallon)
$4.15
Gym Membership
52

Purchasing Power AnalysisEnhanced Data

Nominal Salary
$80,131
Cost-Adjusted Salary
$98,927
Value Rating
Excellent
Cost data updated: 6/12/2025

Application Information

Program Details

ACGME Code:
0802531045
NRMP Code:
1293080A0
Total Positions:
24
Interviews:
64
Program Type:
University-based

Contact Information

Program Director:
Yolanda Rosi Helfrich
Program Website:
Visit Website
More Information:
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Application Timeline

Application Period:
9/3/2025 - 10/7/2025
Interview Period:
12/1/2025 - 1/31/2026
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
Min Step 1 Score:
200

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:
1293080A0, 1293080R0

Institution & Program Size Details

Institution Information

Institution:
Michigan Medicine University of Michigan
Primary Teaching Site:
Michigan Medicine University of Michigan
Contact Person:
Kim Desbrough

Program Size by Year

0
Positions by Year:
PGY-2:8
PGY-3:7
PGY-4:9

Program Policies & Additional Information

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

IMG/DO Friendliness

International Medical Graduates (IMG)

Visa Sponsorship
J-1 through ECFMG
IMG Percentage
0.0%
IMG Classification
CHALLENGING
IMG Specialty Percentile
2nd percentile

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

DO Percentage
0.0%
DO Classification
CHALLENGING

Rankings & Reputation

Program Rankings

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