From the ODAC experts: Board Review Pearls
Compiled by Dr. Sheila Jalalat
Highlights: key word associations for boards
Neal Bhatia, MD
Read CME in JAAD every Month
55% of the Boards is Kodachrome based
Minocycline hyperpigmentation- Type 1 is most common and involves areas of previous inflammation and scarring
Minocycline hypersensitivity reaction – hepatitis and facial edema
Minocycline causing Lupus-like drug react …
Compiled by Dr. Sheila Jalalat
Highlights: key word associations for boards
Neal Bhatia, MD
Read CME in JAAD every Month
55% of the Boards is Kodachrome based
Minocycline hyperpigmentation- Type 1 is most common and involves areas of previous inflammation and scarring
Minocycline hypersensitivity reaction – hepatitis and facial edema
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Studying for the upcoming Board exam? As we all know, it's a stressful task that can feel daunting at times. However, residents need not fear; with the proper resources and good study habits you can feel well-prepared for this exam. A quick check-list from Dr. Strowd includes:
Online Resources
Derm In-Review question bank
JAAD CME articles
AAD website
Dermpath slides
Kodachrome r … 
When preparing yourself for “The Boards,” there are many things to take into consideration. Read on in to learn tried and true tips that will help you on your road to passing the exam. And embarking on your career as a certified dermatologist.
1) This is a marathon, not a race – start preparing early
The accumulation of knowledge for the Certifying Examination is meant to take place over t … 
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