I Wish I Had Known: Equipment Purchases
There are several areas where it makes sense to save when opening a practice.
On the other hand, there are some areas where saving money can be a false economy. When purchasing new equipment for a dermatology practice, the most logical thought is to try to save money and purchase the middle of the road forceps, needle drivers, and other instruments. This is what I did when I first started, but sh …
There are several areas where it makes sense to save when opening a practice.
On the other hand, there are some areas where saving money can be a false economy. When purchasing new equipment for a dermatology practice, the most logical thought is to try to save money and purchase the middle of the road forceps, needle drivers, and other instruments. This is what I did when I first started, but sh … 
It can be intimidating to present at a meeting or conference. Below are tips and tricks to help you prepare your presentation so that you feel confident and prepared.
1. Clinical photos are the most interesting—everyone loves to see before-and-after photos. The human face or the human body is fascinating to look at. Make sure that the lighting is consistent and that follow-up photos of at lea … 
"Surround yourself with people who have a genuine interest in your dermatology career."
Looking Back
Recently I was promoted in my career to full Professor. In the process, I was forced to look back at the path that led me to academic medicine. I would like to say that I put a lot of planning and contemplation into getting to where I am, but honestly, it was very serendipitous. My career thu … 
I wish I had known as a new post-graduate to surround myself with professional experts.
We are experts in our field so we should not settle for less in all the people we have working with us and for us. Consultants should be the top in their field. Often times we employ people who have business or management experience but are not experts. We may waste time, resources, and energy on people who re … 
One of my advices for newly graduated dermatologists is to look for a mentor.
Look for that person who you can ask advice to—personal or professional. It should be someone you think highly of and could serve you guidance and councils you in your profession and personal life. …