Overview

The UC Department of Dermatology is comprised of a multi-site dermatologic general and subspecialty practice, and two affiliated but independent patient care entities. In addition, the department is home to three faculty research laboratories and a university-based administrative unit.

Residency/Fellowships

The UC Department of Dermatology offers a competitive Dermatology residency training program and an excellent Micrographic Surgery & Dermatologic Oncology fellowship program which focuses on cutaneous surgery and oncology.  A Pediatric Dermatology fellowship is offered at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, an affiliated institution.

The Dermatology residency program will be hosting a Virtual Open House for interested applicants on Tuesday, Sept 16, 2025, at 6:30 pm EST.  Please see the Residency Training, How to Apply page for more details.  Contact the program coordinator, Joan Griggs, for meeting details and links.

Department Focuses

General Dermatology
Acne, Psoriasis, Eczema/other skin rashes, Skin Cancer, Moles, Warts, Infections, Hair Diseases, Nail Diseases, Mucous Membrane Diseases

Specialty Areas
Blistering Disorders, Connective Tissue Diseases, Cutaneous Lymphomas, Pediatric Dermatology, Phototherapy, Psychocutaneous Disorders, Sports Dermatology, Wound healing, Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Surgical and Cosmetic
Botox Injections, Chemical Peels, Cosmetic Consultations, Ear Lobe Repairs, Juvederm, Laser Therapy, Mohs Micrographic Surgery

Dermatopathology and Immunodermatology Laboratory
Skin Histopathology, Skin Immunofluorescence, Indirect Immunofluorescence, Immunoperoxidase and Gene Rearrangement Studies for Lymphoma