Are you a pre-med or pre-PA student looking for meaningful, hands-on experience before medical or graduate school? Tareen Dermatology’s Gap Year Program offers aspiring healthcare professionals the opportunity to work as a medical assistant in a busy dermatology practice while gaining invaluable clinical experience.

Why Choose Our Gap Year Program?

Our program is designed specifically for motivated students who plan to pursue careers in medicine, physician assistant studies, or other healthcare fields. During this 14-month program, you will:

• Assist board-certified dermatologists and physician assistants with biopsies, excisions, and advanced procedures

• Gain direct patient care experience, from intake to treatment follow-up

• Learn medical terminology, charting, and clinical workflows using electronic medical records

• Be mentored by experienced providers and medical assistants who are committed to teaching

• Build a competitive resume and develop skills that will set you apart in the medical school application process

Program Structure and Training

New team members participate in a structured training program to ensure success. Medical assistants rotate through medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology, learning about skin cancer prevention, surgical techniques, wound care, and cosmetic treatments such as lasers and injectables.

This unique opportunity provides a comprehensive foundation in patient care while allowing students to form strong mentorship connections with providers.

Who Should Apply?

The program is ideal for:

• Pre-Med students preparing for medical school

• Pre-PA students applying to physician assistant programs

• Graduates taking a gap year before beginning medical or PA school

2026 Application Cycle – Now Open!

Applications are now open for the 2026 Gap Year Program at Tareen Dermatology. Spots are highly competitive, and early applications are encouraged.

Apply today to join one of Minnesota’s most recognized dermatology practices and take the next step toward your career in medicine.

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About Tareen Dermatology
Tareen Dermatology is a physician-owned dermatology practice with nine locations and growing across Minnesota and Wisconsin. Known for its compassionate, state-of-the-art care, Tareen Dermatology specializes in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology, with an emphasis on early diagnosis, patient education, and comprehensive skin health.