PGY-3 Roadmap: Confidence and Consolidation
Welcome to the next installment of The Roadmap Series: Key Learnings by Residency Year. Confidence and Consolidation: Navigating the Second Year of Dermatology Residency is a concise, practical guide to help PGY-3 residents turn early exposure into dependable clinical skill. Inside you’ll find focused advice on building autonomy and efficiency in clinic, strategic Core Exam preparation, using te …
Welcome to the next installment of The Roadmap Series: Key Learnings by Residency Year. Confidence and Consolidation: Navigating the Second Year of Dermatology Residency is a concise, practical guide to help PGY-3 residents turn early exposure into dependable clinical skill. Inside you’ll find focused advice on building autonomy and efficiency in clinic, strategic Core Exam preparation, using te … Continue reading "PGY-3 Roadmap: Confidence and Consolidation"
Local anesthesia is a cornerstone of dermatologic practice. From biopsies and excisions to cosmetic and laser procedures, dermatologists rely on local anesthetics daily. Mastery of anesthetic technique not only improves procedural efficiency but also dramatically enhances the patient experience. Patients may not remember every detail of their diagnosis, but they will remember how a procedure made … 
Dermoscopy is an essential tool that every dermatology resident should master during training. The dedicated learning time in residency allows you to familiarize yourself with key dermoscopic features, enabling you to make more confident decisions about which lesions to biopsy and which ones to leave alone. Mastering dermoscopy early on will help you avoid unnecessary biopsies, ensuring patient sa …