Opportunities for Advocacy During Dermatology Residency
Dermatology residency is an intense and rewarding period focused on clinical excellence, but it is also a key window for advocacy and leadership development. For many residents, advocacy may feel like something reserved for when they are an attending and/or established within their careers. In reality, residents are uniquely positioned to shape the future of dermatology through meaningful engageme …
Dermatology residency is an intense and rewarding period focused on clinical excellence, but it is also a key window for advocacy and leadership development. For many residents, advocacy may feel like something reserved for when they are an attending and/or established within their careers. In reality, residents are uniquely positioned to shape the future of dermatology through meaningful engageme … Continue reading "Opportunities for Advocacy During Dermatology Residency"
Serving as a mentor is a valuable role in encouraging and guiding the next generation of dermatologists. However, the great demand for mentorship can leave mentors feeling overwhelmed. So is mentorship even worth a practicing dermatologist’s time? What’s an expert mentor’s advice on how medical students can get the most out of a mentoring relationship?
For a mentor’s perspective on the … 
Mentorships are necessary for medical students with a career interest in dermatology, yet landing and maintaining mentorships can be a challenge. Mentors aren’t required to give their time and energy to the next generation, and the sheer effort it takes to mentor and mentor well can leave mentors feeling drained. Mentorship at its best should be a two-way street with benefits for both mentees an … 
You’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 … 
It’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 … 