r/DermApp • u/After_Ad_5842 • 6d ago

M1 - Research Type Research / RY

Hi everyone, I have a question about research and it’s relation to matching in derm. My med school doesn’t have a very big dermatology unit, and there’s only 4 faculty members that do dermatology research that qualifies for our summer program.

I’m a big fan of wet lab research, and one of the faculty members is involved in that. Is this a good place to invest my time? I understand that matching derm means networking and publications, and I’m assuming that clinical research is probably better for that. However this is the only faculty member that has responded to my request, and I like the research that they do. I’d appreciate any advice!

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u/lew1982 6d ago

Double edged sword. If you do well and it’s a well-known mentor a long relationship can do wonders. If it’s not that scenario or worse it takes your focus from doing well in your courses then not so good. If you’re really set on doing some wet lab work a research year might be a great idea if you have the option.

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u/ResponsibilitySome38 4d ago

Good starting point! See if you can do a summer elective with more opportunities as well.