Our Global Health Dermatology Fellowship is a comprehensive 12-month non-ACGME training program designed specifically for international dermatologists seeking advanced clinical training to enhance their practice in their home countries. This specialized fellowship provides intensive training in medical, cosmetic, or surgical dermatology techniques that may not be readily available in the fellows' home regions. Upon completion, fellows return to their home countries as leaders equipped to improve dermatological care and train the next generation of dermatologists in their communities.
Purpose & Goals
Educational Mission
The fellowship provides international dermatologists with advanced clinical training and specialized skills not readily available in their home countries. Our goal is to empower these physicians to return home as leaders in their field, equipped with cutting-edge knowledge and techniques that will significantly improve dermatological care access and quality in their communities. This program serves as a catalyst for career advancement while building local capacity through the development of future healthcare leaders who can transform dermatological care in their regions.
Core Objectives
Advanced Clinical Training: Develop new skills and knowledge in medical, surgical, and/or cosmetic dermatology
Leadership Development: Build skills to become a dermatology leader and educator upon return to your home institution
Research Excellence: Gain research expertise and contribute to publications that advance dermatological knowledge globally
Teaching & Mentorship Skills: Develop abilities to train and mentor colleagues, residents, and students in your home country
Career Advancement: Acquire specialized knowledge and credentials that will enhance your professional standing and impact in your community
Curriculum Structure
The fellowship includes 4 core rotations (1-month blocks each):
Complex Medical Dermatology
General Dermatology
Procedural Dermatology
Research
8 elective rotations tailored to individual goals and partner institution needs:
Hair Disorders
Nail Disorders & Surgery
Complex Surgical Dermatology
Pediatric Dermatology
Contact Dermatitis/Patch Testing
Dermatopathology
Cutaneous Oncology/Pigmented Lesions
Inpatient Dermatology
Research and Mentorship
Paired with faculty mentor specializing in your areas of interest
Active participation in ongoing departmental global health research
Opportunity to contribute to publications and presentations
Research projects aligned with global health priorities
Eligibility Requirements
Educational Prerequisites
Required: Successfully completed dermatology residency program (US or international)
Valid ECFMG certification for international medical graduates
Demonstrated English fluency
Visa Requirements
J-1 visa applicants only will be considered
Must have passed USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 Clinical Knowledge
Must be eligible for USMLE Step 3
Ideal Candidate Profile
We seek international dermatologists who are:
Committed to returning to their home country to improve dermatological care
Eager to learn new skills to better the care for their home communities
Motivated to become leaders and educators in their home institutions
Interested in conducting research that addresses dermatological challenges in their communities
Ready to serve as mentors and teachers for the next generation of dermatologists
Aligned with our mission of knowledge transfer and capacity building
Training Experience
Clinical Training Sites
University of Miami Hospital, Jackson Memorial Hospital, Mount Sinai Medical Center
Teaching Opportunities: Mentor residents and medical students
Conference Participation: American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting and other professional conferences
Research Presentations: Present your work at national and international venues
Application Process
Compensation & Benefits
This is a paid fellowship position with salary equivalent to a PGY-1 resident, including comprehensive benefits: health care, dental care, prescription plan, meal stipend and educational fund.
Application Timeline
Applications Open: December 1, 2025
Interview Invitations: By February 1, 2026
Final Offers: March 1, 2026
Start Date: July 1, 2026
Positions Available: Up to 2 fellows per year
Required Application Materials
Completed application form
Curriculum Vitae
Personal statement outlining global health interests and career goals
Three letters of recommendation (including one from dermatology program director)
Medical school transcripts
USMLE/COMLEX scores
ECFMG certification (for international graduates)
English proficiency documentation (if applicable)
Selection Process
Our holistic review process evaluates:
Academic excellence and clinical performance
Research experience and potential
Leadership experience and potential
Alignment with program mission and partner institution needs
Letters of recommendation and personal statement
How to Apply
Fellowship Director: Brian Morrison, M.D.
For questions about the fellowship program, please contact our Fellowship Coordinators:
Graduates will return to their home countries prepared for:
Leadership roles as department heads or senior faculty in their home institutions
Advanced clinical practice with cutting-edge techniques and treatments
Teaching and mentoring roles for residents, medical students, and colleagues
Research leadership to advance dermatological knowledge in their regions
Program development to expand dermatological services in their communities
Serving as expert consultants for complex dermatological cases
Building bridges between their home institutions and international dermatology communities
Certification
This is a non-ACGME accredited fellowship program that does not lead to board certification or provide pathways for US practice opportunities. Graduates receive a certificate of completion from the University of Miami and are prepared specifically for leadership roles in their home countries, not for practice within the United States.
The Global Health Dermatology Fellowship is a non-ACGME accredited program approved by the University of Miami/Jackson Health System Graduate Medical Education Committee.
