Friday Pop Quiz 8/1/2025
A 3-month-old infant presents with the findings seen in the photo in the first week of life. The mother reports the infant was born with a membrane encasing it that later "peeled off". History is also notable for poor weight gain and multiple rounds of antibiotics since birth. On physical exam there is diffuse erythema, scaling, and sparse eyebrow hair. Laboratory studies show eosinophilia (1, …
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 …
Dermatology Residency
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 …
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
What’s New in Neurotoxins: From Type E to Liquid Toxins
NeurotoxinsNew developments in neurotoxins may lead to additional applications and improved safety, according to Dr. Terrence Keaney, associate clinical professor of dermatology at GW School of Medicine & Health Sciences. Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with ODAC Dermatology Conference, interviewed Dr. Keaney, who shared how a new botulinum toxin subtype may serve as a “tester toxin” for curious, …
Neurotoxins