Get to know our dermatology residents shaping the future of skin care

Our current dermatology residents represent a diverse and talented group of future leaders in skin health. They bring a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and passions to their training at Tufts Medical Center. Through a comprehensive curriculum, hands-on clinical experience, and supportive mentorship, our residents develop the skills and knowledge needed to excel in dermatology practice, research, and innovation. Get to know the residents who are shaping the future of dermatology today.

How our alumni are shaping the future of dermatology

Our Dermatology Residency Program alumni have gone on to build successful and fulfilling careers across a wide range of settings. Many work in academic medicine, leading departments and advancing research. Others practice in community and private settings, providing expert care to diverse patient populations. Several alumni have pursued advanced fellowship training to deepen their expertise in specialized areas of dermatology. Together, our graduates reflect the strong foundation and comprehensive training they received at Tufts Medical Center, contributing meaningfully to the field of dermatology both locally and globally.

How to apply to the dermatology residency at Tufts Medical Center

We accept applications through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) only. All applicants are reviewed using a holistic approach with no exclusion criteria. Your application must be complete by October 1, 2026, and include:

• Minimum of 3 letters of recommendation (maximum of 4)
• USMLE Step scores
• Medical school transcript and MSPE

We will hold three half day virtual interviews on January 20, 2027, January 25, 2027, and January 29, 2027. We plan to interview about 40 candidates to fill 5 residency positions. All communications during interview season will be sent through ERAS and email.

Interested in a dermatology rotation?

We welcome medical students to rotate with us. The Tufts Medical Center Department of Dermatology offers clinical dermatology electives for visiting students interested in our residency program.

More than a century of dermatology innovation + education at Tufts Medical Center

The Department of Dermatology at Tufts Medical Center has a rich academic and clinical history, rooted in more than a century of innovation, leadership and excellence in dermatologic care.

Founded in 1893, both the medical school and the dermatology department were originally located at Boston City Hospital and served as a primary teaching site for Tufts Medical Center (formerly New England Medical Center). Since then, the program has grown through the vision of nationally recognized leaders and a continued focus on advancing research, training and care.

Key milestones include:

• 1944–1977: Drs. John Downing, Bernard Appel and Walter Lever helped shape modern dermatology at Tufts. Dr. Lever, a pioneer in blistering skin diseases, expanded the department’s research and education missions with strong NIH support.
• 1980s–1990s: Dr. David Feingold built a robust academic program and oversaw the growth of clinical services, including the launch of a strong dermatologic surgery division under Dr. Donald Grande.
• 2006–2016: Under the leadership of Dr. Alice Gottlieb, an expert in psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, the department contributed to breakthrough immunobiologic research that led to FDA-approved treatments still in use today.
• 2018–present: Dr. F. Clarissa Yang joined as Chair and Dermatologist-in-Chief, bringing a deep background in clinical leadership from Harvard. Known for her expertise in procedural dermatology and clinical care redesign, Dr. Yang continues to elevate the department's academic, clinical and educational missions.

Tufts Medical Center’s dermatology department remains one of the busiest in the region, with more than 13,000 outpatient visits annually and a reputation for excellent training, research and care.