Micrographic Surgery & Dermatologic Oncology
Fellowship Program
Director: Christopher Buckley, DO
Positions: 2
Location: Atlanta, GA
Program Length: 1 year
The one-year Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology Fellowship Program at
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine prepares dermatologist to further their
career goals into becoming well-rounded, confident Mohs surgeons. The program is structured
to ensure that each dermatologist meets board certification requirements in Mohs surgery
and cutaneous oncology through comprehensive didactic and clinical training.
Mission Statement
The mission of PCOM’s Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology Fellowship Program
is to mentor and provide educational and clinical experiences, settings, and resources
that produce outstanding micrographic surgeons with the ability to practice ethically
and passionately in their field of medicine. PCOM’s philosophy supports personal growth,
career development, collaboration, and life-long education.
Program Aims
- Develop knowledge and skills to become a leader in future research through participation
in scholarly activity. Fellows are encouraged to partake in scientific contributions
and leadership within the field of Mohs surgery. Through various learning opportunities
during the year, such as didactic sessions, conferences, and journal club, the fellow
will develop the ability to:
- Assess, critique, and synthesize the medical literature and apply it to patient care.
- Refine clinical questions, test hypotheses, properly design studies, analyze and interpret
data.
- Share this knowledge with colleagues and other professionals both orally and in writing.
- Community-based rotations: PCOM faculty serves the community through patient-centered
care. The fellow learns how to approach the patient and learns by identifying an individual’s
specific health needs and desired health outcomes to make healthcare decisions and
quality measurements. Patients are partners with their healthcare providers, and providers
treat patients not only from a clinical perspective, but also from an emotional, mental,
social, and financial perspective.
- Career development: PCOM’s faculty participate in monthly conferences with the fellow
to foster career development and personal growth. The faculty serve as mentors and
are easily approached throughout the fellowship to assure that the fellow feels supported
in their future goals.
- Develop knowledge and skills to achieve competency in the six areas of Core Competency
as defined by the ACGME.
- Provide training by increasing fellow independence gradually over one year.
- Promote and gain knowledge of ethical practice in the field of dermatologic surgery
and dermatology.
Participating Healthcare Sites
| Goodman Dermatology (at North Fulton Hospital) |
Roswell, GA |
| Skin Path Solutions |
Sandy Springs, GA |
| Northside Plastic Surgery |
Alpharetta, GA |
| Wellstar Radiation Oncology |
Roswell, GA |
Application Process
Applicants must have completed an approved preliminary or transitional year program
followed by an approved dermatology residency to be considered for the program.
All applicants must apply through the San Francisco (SF) Match at sfmatch.org.
Notice to Applicants
All applicants for PCOM residency and fellowship programs must be legally authorized
to work in the United States.
Program Contact
For more information about the dermatology residency program, please contact:
Sandy Ingram
Email: singram@goodmanderm.com
