Career Corner: Post Residency Dermatology Opportunities

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The WDS Young Physicians Committee has put together resources to provide more information on Post-Residency Dermatology opportunities including Traditional Post-Residency Fellowships, Non-Traditional Fellowships, and more.

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  • Micrographic Surgery & Dermatologic Oncology (Mohs) Fellowships
  • Dermatopathology Fellowships
  • Pediatric Dermatology Fellowships
  • Cosmetic Dermatology Fellowships
  • Complex Medical Dermatology Fellowship
  • Contact Dermatitis Fellowship
  • Teledermatology Fellowship
  • Dermatology/Rheumatology Fellowship
  • Research Fellowships
  • Cutaneous Oncology Fellowship
  • Clinician Educator Fellowship

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