Micrographic Surgery & Dermatologic Oncology Fellowship
The University of Michigan Medical School Department of Dermatology Micrographic Surgery & Dermatologic Oncology Fellowship reflects the broad scope and growth of dermatologic surgery and cutaneous oncology. Our 2-year training program encompasses comprehensive training with seven supervising faculty.
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Program Overview
During the first year of our program, successful applicants will complete the ACGME accredited training program. During the second year of the program, the fellow will become a faculty member (Clinical Instructor) in our Department. This year is intended to allow further exploration of career interests and provides time to solidify the skills learned during the fellowship year.
Our training program involves: Mohs surgery including advanced reconstruction; multidisciplinary non-melanoma skin cancer management; treatment of melanoma, Merkel cell carcinoma, and other rare tumors (over 1,500 new cases annually) including advanced multidisciplinary management.
- Eligibility for Fellowship Training
Qualified applicants will have completed a dermatology residency program which meets ACGME requirements by the specified start date. Board eligibility in dermatology is required at the beginning of the fellowship. Read more about ACGME Program Requirements. - Number of Positions: one
- Length of Training: Two years
- Year 1 - Training in ACGME accredited fellowship program
- Year 2 - Join our Department as a faculty member (Clinical Instructor), intended to allow further exploration of career interests and provides time to solidify skills learned during the fellowship year
- Benefits, Compensation, & Prerequisites for Employment at Michigan Medicine
The University of Michigan offers highly competitive salaries and tremendous benefits to our residents/fellows. Trainees must also be eligible for employment at Michigan Medicine. An overview of salary, benefits and employment eligibility is available on the GME Office website.
Application Information
Interested applicants should apply online. We do not require supplemental application.
Important Dates:
- August 1, 2025 - Application deadline
- Fall 2025 - Interview invitations will be sent via SF Match messaging
- Fall 2025 - Interviews - Our interviews will be virtual this year. Currently, we do not plan to require an in-person visit or second interview.
- December 3, 2025 - Rank Order List Deadline - SF Match Timetable
- December 10, 2025 - Match Results
- July 1, 2026 - Fellowship Begins
Selection Process: Applications are reviewed by a faculty-based committee.
Contact: Amanda Lewis, Fellowship Program Coordinator, [email protected].
Sample Schedule
| Clinic | Clinic Location (all located on the main medical campus) | |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | All Day Mohs | UM Rogel Cancer Center |
| Tuesday | AM - Multidisciplinary Cutaneous Oncology Clinic PM - Administrative Time | UM Taubman Health Center |
| Wednesday | All Day Mohs | UM Rogel Cancer Center |
| Thursday | All Day Mohs | UM Rogel Cancer Center |
| Friday | All Day Mohs | UM Rogel Cancer Center |
Evaluations
Fellows work closely with faculty in clinic, allowing for daily feedback. Fellows are formally evaluated by faculty quarterly & have formal 6-month evaluation meetings with the Program Director. Fellows are also given the opportunity to evaluate faculty, staff, & the program.
Teaching Opportunities
Fellows will work with Dermatology residents and medical students. Fellows also provide several resident lectures and surgery workshops throughout the training year.
Current Fellows
Current fellows are training to become future leaders in dermatology. We emphasize teamwork, excellence, and leadership while preparing our fellows with resources to be successful in their careers.
Case Logs - ACGME & ACMS Requirements
| Procedures | Required Minimum | Average |
| Mohs Surgical Cases Total | 650 | 729 |
| Mohs Surgical Cases as Primary | 500 | 697 |
| Mohs Surgical Cases Complex as Primary | 50 | 181 |
| Reconstruction Procedures as Primary | 500 | 611 |
| Advanced/Complex Reconstruction as Primary | 50 | 85 |
In addition to the ACGME/ACMS requirements, we also track advanced reconstruction procedures to ensure fellows are exposed to a variety of techniques.
Additional Opportunities
Professional Development
Fellows are provided with up to $2125 for Professional Development, commonly used for attending a national conference or purchasing educational materials.
Parking
The majority of our faculty & fellows choose to purchase a Blue Permit, allowing them to park nearest to the medical campus, with a short walk to the clinic space. Blue permits are currently $829 for the year, with monthly payroll deduction available. Additional information on available permits, including no-cost options
Visiting Rotators
At this time, we are unable to accept visiting rotators. We do not anticipate this will change in the near future, but you are welcome to check with the program coordinator.
Program Leadership
Christopher K Bichakjian, MD
Department of Dermatology and Clinical Professor of Dermatology
Medical School
Amanda Lewis
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