Virginia Commonwealth University Health System
The Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Dermatology residency in Richmond, VA is listed by AAMC with ERAS status “Participating” for the 2027 cycle. Use the official program page for curriculum, training sites, eligibility, and current contacts.
About the program
VCU's three-year dermatology residency begins at PGY-2 and accepts two residents per year, with rotations and didactics mainly at VCU Medical Center, its clinics, and the Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center, plus community rotations in areas such as pediatric and cosmetic dermatology. The curriculum includes attending-led teaching sessions before continuity clinics, weekly grand rounds, case conferences, journal club, resident-led core curriculum sessions, and a weekly dermatopathology conference and lecture series. Residents are encouraged to take part in research.
Summarized from the program’s official website, checked October 4, 2026. Confirm details with the program.
PGY salaries
Published annual salaries or stipends in USD for the academic year shown. Check the notes and official source for included allowances, separate benefits, and effective dates. Institution schedules apply only where the program confirms coverage.
| Level | Academic year | Annual salary (USD) | Applies to | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PGY-1 | 2026-2027 | $69083.00VCU Health System published annual housestaff salary; biweekly payroll. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-2 | 2026-2027 | $71009.00VCU Health System published annual housestaff salary; biweekly payroll. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-3 | 2026-2027 | $73567.00VCU Health System published annual housestaff salary; biweekly payroll. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-4 | 2026-2027 | $76438.00VCU Health System published annual housestaff salary; biweekly payroll. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-5 | 2026-2027 | $80700.00VCU Health System published annual housestaff salary; biweekly payroll. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-6 | 2026-2027 | $83501.00VCU Health System published annual housestaff salary; biweekly payroll. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-7 | 2026-2027 | $86568.00VCU Health System published annual housestaff salary; biweekly payroll. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-8 | 2026-2027 | $91609.00VCU Health System published annual housestaff salary; biweekly payroll. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
Sources and verification
Research last checked October 11, 2026. Missing information is not an estimate.
- pgy_salaries (verified, 2026-10-11): Official institution-wide resident compensation schedule for 2026–2027. VCU Health System published annual housestaff salary; biweekly payroll. Source 1
Program leadership and contact
- Program director
- Kimberly Salkey, M.D.
- Department Chair
- JiaDe (Jeff) Yu, M.D.
Contact details checked October 4, 2026.
Program and application links
Review the official program page for training sites, curriculum, eligibility, required documents, deadlines, interview policy, visa sponsorship, and current openings.