Tales From the Office: A Resident Shares Her Inspiration
resident inspirationIt's interesting where you find inspiration. Being a dermatology resident I learn about different conditions and rare infections to stay up to date and prepare for the rigorous Board exam. I always was thinking..."oh, we will never will see those rare things in our practice". I learned about leprosy back in medical school and was fascinated about various presentations of this infection and how i …
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Roadmap for Residents: What to Ask Before Signing an Academia Contract
Contracts for Dermatology Academia As your virtual mentor, Next Steps in Derm is committed to supporting your jump from residency to the world of practicing dermatologists. If you're a graduating resident thinking about going into academia, you need support in feeling prepared to negotiate your first contract. Questions are key. Read part one of this two part series by Dr. Kirkorian of George Washington University and be …
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Women’s Dermatologic Society WDS
WDS WomensDermatologicSocietyLearn how the Women’s Dermatologic Society WDS can bring you networking opportunities, access to grant programs and lead you to great mentors. Explain briefly what the WDS does. The Women’s Dermatologic Society cultivates personal and professional development of dermatologists, with a focus on mentorship, volunteerism, and leadership. WDS offers a number of awards programs and volunteer op …
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Nutricosmetics and #DermTipTuesday with Dr. Brittany Carter-Snell
nutricosmeticsNutricosmetics and Your Patients Looking for creative ideas to get your patients tuned into the connection between diet and healthier skin? Take a look at the #DermTipTuesday article by Dr. Carter-Snell as she introduces her patients to the concept of nutricosmetics and specific foods that are scientifically proven to benefit the skin.  Next Steps in Derm looks at Dr. Carter-Snell's and a fe …
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The Latest on Probiotics and Skin Health
probioticsMary-Margaret Kober, MD of The California Skin Institute comments on the importance of probiotics in skin health. Read her summary below, then review her Anti-Aging Effects of Probiotics JDD manuscript. What was your greatest motivation in writing an article on the topic of probiotics? Patients are always interested in ways to improve and protect their skin. Probiotics offer an exciting and eme …
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