Wellness Reminders for the Dermatology Resident
dermatology residentsYou’ve worked incredibly hard to match into dermatology residency. While we may not be managing as many overnight calls, emergencies, or inpatient consults like our colleagues in other specialties, the demands of dermatology residency are uniquely challenging in their own right.  Between reading assignments, studying for exams, didactic presentations, the pressure to publish, expectations to …
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Melasma 2025 Update: Newer Etiologies, Newer Therapies, and Procedural Approaches
melasmaA paradigm shift in the understanding of melasma is changing the way dermatology clinicians approach the condition. Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with the ODAC Dermatology Conference, interviewed Dr. Mukta Sachdev, head of the department of dermatology at Manipal Hospital, Bangalore, India. Watch as Dr. Sachdev shares why photoprotection, barrier function, and pollution are some of the factor …
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Patient Buzz Series: Sharpie Lip-Liner Trend
Sharpie Lip-Liner TrendUsing a Sharpie as a lip liner is the latest TikTok trend raising concerns among dermatologists. Some social media influencers say using a permanent marker is a cheaper alternative to traditional lip liner. However, an article by Fox News quotes the Northern New England Poison Center’s website, which says the ink in permanent markers may contain xylene, toluene, and urethane resin. Dermatologist …
Sharpie Lip-Liner Trend
Your Guide to Dermatology Residency Exams
Dermatology ResidencyIt’s July 1st. You’re in orientation, buzzing with excitement (and maybe a little nervous), thrilled to finally begin dermatology residency. But then it hits you: Wait… there are more exams I need to take? What are they, and when do I need to take them? Welcome to your guide to all the board-related milestones during dermatology residency. Whether you're a freshly minted PGY-2 or staring …
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Spotlight on STDs in Skin of Color: Unique Challenges & Targeted Strategies
Sexually Transmitted DiseasesDermatologists play a crucial role in the care of patients with sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), as many STDs manifest on the skin. At the 2024 Skin of Color Update, Dr. Theodore Rosen, Professor of Dermatology at Baylor College of Medicine, shared valuable insights on diagnosing and managing STDs in patients with skin of color. This article reviews the prevalence of STDs, their distinctive p …
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