Are candidates who earn initial general dermatology certification while the practice pathway is available also eligible to take the MDS Exam?

Are candidates who earn initial general dermatology certification while the practice pathway is available also eligible to take the MDS Exam?

Yes, if they meet all requirements to sit for the MDS Exam, which includes being able to truthfully attest to current active patient care in micrographic dermatologic surgery at the time of application. Based on the attestation requirement, diplomates newly certified in general dermatology in 2025 would not be eligible for the MDS Exam under the practice pathway, but those certified earlier could be eligible.