Pathways after Dermatology Residency: Pros and Cons in Practice Styles
The path to becoming a dermatologist is challenging—from years of school, residency, research to ultimately creating a career. But post-residency paralysis could prevent you from knowing what to do with your career. Instead, hear from our experts at ODAC 2023 on general advice for your next steps following residency and more specific pathways, including: Academic Dermatology Fellow …
Choosing Your Career Path After Dermatology Residency: Are You Ready?
dermatology residencyAt the 2022 ODAC Dermatology, Aesthetic & Surgical Conference, a resident directed series included a panel on choosing your next steps after dermatology residency – Fellowship, Academics, or Private Practice, It’s Decision Time. The panel had an impressive group of dermatologists who answered a series of questions about paving our future paths in dermatology. Here are our panel members, in …
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Evaluation of a Skin of Color Curriculum for Dermatology Residents
skin of color curriculum Introduction The term “skin of color” generally refers to individuals from a broad group of racial and ethnic backgrounds including, but not limited to, Black, Asian, Latinx, American Indian, and Pacific Islander, as well as those of mixed race.1 According to the U.S. Census, the population will increase to comprise over 50% persons of color by the year 2042.2 However, the demographics …
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The Family Friendly Dermatology Residency
family friendly dermatology residencySang Kim, MD, was two weeks into his dermatology residency at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center when his wife was diagnosed with a serious pregnancy complication. “At that time, I felt my world was crashing down, and I immediately thought of the worst-case scenario; that I could lose my unborn son and wife.” Thankfully, Dr. Kim’s son was born healthy, and his wife recovered. Dr …
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Time: Maximizing Your Most Valuable Commodity During Residency
Maximizing Time in ResidencyTime is at the premium for dermatology trainees, especially those with families. “Time is the most valuable commodity I have and through my near-decade of training it becomes more important each day,” said dermatology resident Luke Maxfield, DO, a husband and father of two. Sang Kim, MD, a dermatology resident, husband, and father of two, said, “We are constantly in a cycle of waking u …
Maximizing Time in Residency