Application and Program Requirements
Audition Rotation Information
Thank you for your interest in the Larkin Community Hospital South Miami Campus Dermatology Residency Program.
Eligibility
We participate in the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) and typically interview approximately 40–50 candidates for our residency positions each year.
Completion of an audition rotation is required for applicants seeking consideration for a residency position within our program.
Applicants must have graduated from, or be expected to graduate from, an LCME-accredited medical school, an accredited osteopathic medical school, or a WFME-recognized international medical school.
Medical Licensing Examination
Applicants must meet the following board examination requirements:
- Applicants must have passed USMLE Step 1 or COMLEX Level 1 prior to the start of the rotation.
- A minimum score of 240 on USMLE Step 2 CK or 550 on COMLEX Level 2 is required.
- USMLE Step 2 CK or COMLEX Level 2 scores are not required at the time of application for an audition rotation.
- Applicants selected for a rotation must provide their USMLE Step 2 CK or COMLEX Level 2 score prior to the start of the rotation. Final confirmation of the rotation is contingent upon receipt of this score.
Other Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be applying to dermatology during the current application cycle.
- Be either:
- A fourth-year medical student (MS4/OMS4), or
- A PGY-1 physician reapplying to dermatology after an unsuccessful Match.
- Have a GPA of 3.75 or higher (if reported by the medical school).
- Rank within the top 10% of their class (if reported by the medical school).
- Demonstrate a strong interest in dermatology through research, leadership, service, or other scholarly activities.
Preliminary Year Requirement
Our residency is an advanced training program. One year of training in an accredited broad-based residency program is required prior to beginning the PGY-2 year in Dermatology.
Acceptable PGY-1 training for our program is limited to a Transitional Year internship. Applicants should ensure they apply to Transitional Year programs to satisfy this requirement.
Applicants are not eligible if they:
- Are third-year medical students (MS3/OMS3).
- Have completed any ACGME accredited residency program in any speciality.
- Are beyond the PGY-1 level of training.
Rotation Logistics
- Audition rotations are conducted at our outpatient clinic in Dania Beach, Florida.
- Each selected applicant will complete a three-day rotation.
- A brief on-site interview will be conducted during the rotation.
- Applicants will be asked to deliver a short presentation (approximately 5 minutes) on a dermatology-related topic.
Application Materials
Applicants should be prepared to submit the following:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Class rank (if available)
- GPA (if available)
- Copies of all board examination scores
- Professional photograph (ERAS headshot preferred)
Application Status
Applications for the 2027–2028 audition rotation cycle are expected to open on December 15th 2026. Please use the following link to apply:
Please note the form will not begin accepting responses until December 15th 2026.
Research Fellowship
The department offers a one-year unpaid post-match research fellowship.
This fellowship is not open for direct application and is selected at the discretion of the Program Director following completion of the Match process.
Eligibility requirements include:
- Successful completion of a Transitional Year internship.
- Prior completion of an audition rotation with our program.
Individuals who successfully complete the fellowship may be strongly considered for future PGY-2 dermatology positions within the program.
Contact Information
For questions regarding audition rotations or the application process, please contact: dermatologylarkin@larkinhospital.com.
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