Procedural Dermatology Fellowship

Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology 

Overview 

The fellowship program in Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology (Mohs) at Vanderbilt University Medical Center provides the fellow with the knowledge, skills and experience necessary to become a well-rounded dermatologic surgeon, as well as an academic and clinical leader. Although exposure to cosmetic procedures will be available, the focus of the fellowship is on Mohs Surgery, reconstruction and cutaneous oncology.

The department currently has only one fellow per year for the one-year program. Additional fellowship time can be negotiated for individuals who desire more laboratory experience or additional clinical experiences. 

Established in 1992 under the leadership of Dr. Thomas Stasko, the program was approved by the American College of Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Cutaneous Oncology American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS) in 1994. The first fellow was welcomed the following year. The program, now under the direction of Dr. Anna Clayton, continues to evolve to meet the needs of an ever-changing Nashville community.   

Mohs case volume has steadily increased over the years, and it is anticipated that well over 2,000 surgeries will be performed at Vanderbilt this year. The fellow will have the opportunity to work with all faculty specializing in Mohs during the yearlong fellowship, including Drs. Clayton, Allison Hanlon and Stacy McMurray.

Upon successful completion of the fellowship, the fellow will be eligible to sit for the American Board of Dermatology Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery Subspecialty Certification Examination. In addition, and fellow will be recommended for membership in the American College of Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Cutaneous Oncology.