Dear Derm Authority with Dr. Dendy Engelman
What was the most important lessons I learned my first years out in practice?
Keep your eyes open, figuratively of course. In the field of medicine, things are changing so fast (yet so slow) so keep your eyes open and absorb every bit of information. Just because residency is over, it doesn’t mean you’re done with learning. Every 8 years, the amount of medical information doubles, so you ha …
What was the most important lessons I learned my first years out in practice?
Keep your eyes open, figuratively of course. In the field of medicine, things are changing so fast (yet so slow) so keep your eyes open and absorb every bit of information. Just because residency is over, it doesn’t mean you’re done with learning. Every 8 years, the amount of medical information doubles, so you ha … Continue reading "Dear Derm Authority with Dr. Dendy Engelman"
Using social media to engage current and prospective clients is fast becoming a non-negotiable part of marketing. At the same time, it can become overwhelming to know where to begin or how to approach some of the different platforms. The best way to use social media to build your practice is in providing valuable information, and other content that relates to your business or services.
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The time to start thinking about life after residency begins on your first day!
First Year of Residency
Though you are super busy keeping up with the material, you should start planning ahead during your first year of residency. Ask yourself where you want to be in five, 10, and 30 years? Regardless of your path, there will be challenges! If you prefer to tackle challenges alone, then starting a … 
I saw a young man for eczematized tinea pedis. I prescribed Castellanbi's paint.
He returned for his follow up, and was pleased that he was much better.
I asked how often he was applying the medication and he looked at me quizzically. He said he wasn't putting the liquid on - he was taking it orally. Frantically fearing that I had mis-written the prescription, I asked … 
Here is the best advice we could find to help make the transition from residency to the real world of dermatology a little easier.
The dermatology practice has grown more complex since I graduated residency and began practice in 1984. But it has also become more dynamic. We all have learned to grow and evolve with the changes. However, it could have been a little easier if I had known a few …