Duke Division of Dermatology :: Residency Program

Residency Program

Overview

The goal of the residency program in Dermatology at Duke University Medical Center is to train physicians to become excellent clinical dermatologists and leaders in academic and clinical dermatology.

We believe that this is best accomplished by a fully integrated approach to training involving:

A broad clinical experience
A basic science curriculum integrated with clinical dermatology
A comprehensive knowledge of dermatopathology
Proficiency in the fundamentals of dermatology surgery
Exposure to active dermatologic investigation in laboratory and clinical research

Our dermatology residency is a fully accredited three-year training program approved by the American Board of Dermatology. Upon successful completion of this training program, the candidate is eligible for examination leading to certification by the American Board of Dermatology.

The training program provides residents with extensive clinical experience under the supervision of full time faculty members. Increasing responsibility for patient care occurs over the 3-year residency, with third year residents having primary responsibility for patient care. The close integration of clinical and basic science activities is designed to give residents a solid foundation in the fundamentals of dermatologic pathophysiology so that these principles can be applied to the care of patients.

History of Dermatology at Duke: A Legacy of Leaders

First dermatology training program developed in the southeastern United States established in 1939.

Founded and directed for 38 years by Dr. J. Lamar Callaway (Dr. Cal). Dr. Callaway was an outstanding clinician, teacher and academic dermatologist.

Dr. Callaway was a pioneer in academic dermatology

President of the American Academy of Dermatology
President Society for Investigative Dermatology
President American Dermatologic Association
Rothman Medal Award Society for Investigative Dermatology
Gold Medal Award American Academy of Dermatology
Contributions to both investigative and clinical dermatology

Division Chiefs 1939 – Present

Dr. J. Lamar Callaway, 1939 – 1975
Dr. Gerald S. Lazarus, 1975-1982
Dr. Sheldon Pinnell, 1982-1997
Dr. Russell P. Hall III, 1997 - current

Dr. Callaway's entire career was devoted to Duke Dermatology and he established a tradition of excellence in clinical care, teaching and research that remains the standard for our Division. Dr. Cal's devotion to teaching and the development of future leaders in the specialty is his lasting legacy.

The Division of Dermatology at Duke continues to be committed to the teaching of residents. Over the last decade, over 30 residents and fellows have trained in the Dermatology Division at Duke. Over half of these residents are currently pursuing full time academic careers. In addition, Duke Dermatology alumni have served as Medical School Deans, Chairpersons of Departments and Divisions of Dermatology and officers in local, state and national Dermatology organizations.