Diagnosing and Managing Vulvar Dermatoses
diagnosing and managing vulvar dermatosesEmily Murphy, MD, FAAD, is committed to improving care for vulvar dermatoses, which is why she founded the Vulvar Health Program at the George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences. In this Next Steps in Derm interview, in partnership with the ODAC Dermatology Conference, Dr. Murphy shares what her clinical experience has taught her about diagnosing and managing vulvar der …
diagnosing and managing vulvar dermatoses
Maximizing Your Last Year of Dermatology Residency
dermatology residency last yearIn my article, “The Dermatology Job Search Timeline: Reflections from a Resident Still in the Interview Process,” I focused on what I needed to do during my last year of residency to secure a job. The job search takes up a surprising amount of space on the calendar. There are interviews, contracts, licensing, credentialing, board prep, and decisions about where to live. It is easy for the enti …
dermatology residency last year
Friday Pop Quiz 8/28/2026
A neonate is examined in the NICU after being born to a mother with the below findings on her hands. Which of the following are most likely to be seen in the neonate? A. Supernumerary vertebrae with extra ribs B. Microcephaly C. Natal teeth D. Pseudoparalysis E. Hydrops fetalis To find out the correct answer and read the explanation, click here.   This weeks question f …
From the ODAC Poster Hall | Fractional LADD for Non-Surgical Treatment of Superficial Skin Cancer
non-surgical skin cancer treatmentSurgery is the gold standard for skin cancer treatment, but sometimes surgery isn’t the best option. Perhaps the patient isn’t healthy enough or the patient simply refuses to go under the knife. Topical therapy is an alternative, but patient compliance is a concern. Enter fractional laser-assisted drug delivery (LADD): a non-surgical approach that enhances penetration of topical treatments, le …
non-surgical skin cancer treatment
Key Steps for Conducting a Hair & Scalp Exam
Hair and Scalp ExamRonda S. Farah, MD, FAAD, knows the impact of hair and scalp disorders on patients’ quality of life. Dr. Farah is an associate of professor of dermatology at the University of Minnesota and founder of Alluma Dermatology. For Dr. Farah, quality care begins with a thorough hair and scalp exam. In this Next Steps in Derm video interview, conducted in partnership with the ODAC Dermatology Conference …
Hair and Scalp Exam