Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology Fellowship

Advanced training in micrographic and dermatologic oncology services

The one-year Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology Program helps trainees master the complexities of Mohs and other dermatologic surgeries. Fellows learn Mohs laboratory procedures and prepare sections using both the fresh and fixed techniques.


Fellows may also participate in other dermatologic procedures, such as chemical peels, scar revisions, cosmetic procedures, podiatric surgeries, particle resurfacing, cutaneous laser surgery and leg vein procedures.


Trainees are expected to publish at least two research papers during their fellowship.


Completion allows fellows to qualify for membership in the American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS) and to take the subspecialty Micrographic Surgery and Dermatology Oncology Board Exam. Our Scripps program has trained over 70 fellows.

Faculty and fellows

Scripps dermatologic fellows train under the leadership of experienced clinical, research and academic experts and alongside talented trainees.


View the Mohs micrographic surgery family tree (PDF, 2.3 MB) including current fellows and alumni.

Salary and benefits

Scripps Clinic/Green Hospital fellowship pay and benefits

Annual salary

  • PGY IV year - $88,544
  • PGY V year - $92,544


(Includes a $5,000 housing stipend)

Insurance, leave and other benefits

Insurance

  • Health and dental insurance plans are available for fellows and their dependents for a minimal cost. Fellows may participate in the Scripps Wellness program to reduce their health care premiums. Confidential counseling and psychological support services are available on request.
  • Life insurance coverage, up to $1,000,000, is available for fellows and their dependents.
  • Long-term disability insurance, at Scripps rates, is available for purchase. State Disability Insurance is paid by the fellow. The State of California requires this contribution.
  • Fellows are covered by malpractice insurance while performing services within the scope of their training at Scripps Clinic. The liability limit is $5,000,000 per claim/$5,000,000 annually. Tail coverage is provided.


Educational expenses

Scripps provides an educational expense allowance annually to each fellow for professional meetings and conferences, books and journals, professional dues and other educational expenses.


Vacations and leave

Fellows receive 20 vacation days and two wellness days annually. Six paid sick days are allotted annually. Parental and other leaves of absence follow Scripps policy and California State Law. Substantial absences may necessitate additional rotations to complete training.


Other benefits

  • Lab coats and scrubs are provided and laundered by Scripps.
  • Paid parking in the adjacent gated and covered structure is provided at no cost.
  • A full-service cafeteria is located in the hospital.
  • Call rooms are provided.

How to apply

Thank you for your interest in the Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology Fellowship Program at Scripps Clinic and Scripps Green Hospital. To apply you must be in or have successfully completed an ACGME accredited Dermatology residency.

Apply to the Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology Fellowship

Applicants interested in applying to the fellowship should apply using the SFMatch website.


Matching program

The Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology Program uses the SFMatch for Mohs Micrographic Surgery. Information and registration is available on the SFMatch website or call 415-447-0350.


Interview

Following a review of your application and letters of recommendation, you will be contacted if an invitation to interview is to be extended by the Fellowship Program Director and/or Division Head of the Subspecialty.

Who can apply

To apply you must be in or have successfully completed an ACGME accredited Dermatology residency.


MUST have a current California Physician's and Surgeon's License and DEA certificate by start date. Please see Medical Board of California requirements for licensure.


Additional requirements for international applicants

If you are a foreign medical graduate, all certifications, visas, and entry permits must be current and valid, for the duration of the training program, prior to final approval of any applicant. All licenses, ECFMG certification, INS visa and professional certifications are the applicant’s responsibility. Scripps Clinic does not operate its own J-1 or H-1 program. If selected in the match, Scripps Clinic fellows are required to obtain a license to practice medicine in the State of California prior to starting their fellowship training.

Contact us

To learn more about the Scripps Clinic and Scripps Green Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology Fellowship, contact Samantha Brown at 858-554-3200 or brown.samantha@scrippshealth.org.