Transitioning From an Intern to a Dermatology Resident

Despite the more than 500 interns graduating into dermatology residency each year across the United States, there is little insight on what to expect during this transition. The shift from an intern year largely defined by acute generalized inpatient medicine to an outpatient specialty can be challenging, requiring a new framework for patient care and self-study. This article highlights the main contrasts between the intern year and dermatology residency to better prepare dermatology-bound interns as they enter their chosen specialty.