The Pediatric Dermatology Fellowship Match is open to U.S. and Canadian-based residents who are board-certified or board-eligible in dermatology. The match opens April 1, 2026 for fellowship positions that will begin in July 2027.
- A list of ACGME-accredited pediatric dermatology fellowship programs can be accessed on the ACGME website.
- Non-ACGME-accredited pediatric dermatology fellowship programs are offered. The list can be found here.
- Applicants are encouraged to visit individual program websites for application details and deadlines. Many programs begin interviewing in August or September. Late applications may be accepted, and applicants should reach out to fellowship directors directly to express their interest.
- Rank list submissions will be due November 5, 2026 with match results provided November 12, 2026.
- Post-match vacancies will be announced November 13, 2026 on the SF Match Immediate Vacancies page.
- All applicants for pediatric dermatology fellowships should apply through the match at www.sfmatch.org. This site also includes match rules and FAQs. Individual programs may have additional application requirements; please verify with each program.
- International (non-Canadian) fellow candidates should contact fellowship program directors individually to inquire about available positions.
- All pediatric dermatology programs should participate in and fill their slots through the match.
- Rare exceptions may be made, such as in the case of post-match vacancies. However, programs should not drop out of the match to take an internal applicant, and all applicants should be encouraged to participate in the match.
For additional information, please contact Kent Lindeman, SPD’s Executive Director, via email at klindeman@hollandparlette.com or phone at (317) 202-0224 or Dennis S. Thomatos, Manager, San Francisco Match Program at dthomatos@sfmatch.org.