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Dermatology Compensation Guide by Practice Type
dermatology compensation guideUnderstanding how compensation models work in dermatology is an important component of a successful job search. What variables turn a “good” offer into a “great” offer? The goal of this article is to discuss some of the different compensation models that exist to help you find the right fit for your career.  Fixed compensation models There are three types of fixed compensation models: …
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How to Write a Concise, High-Quality Dermatology Note
Dermatology notesWe are taught early in medical school about the SOAP note as the scaffolding for our documentation. In case you need a quick refresher, SOAP stands for Subjective, Objective, Assessment, and Plan. A good note should capture all four components. As a quick recap: Subjective: The patient’s history, including the history of present illness and chief complaint, relevant medical and sur …
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Maximizing Your Last Year of Dermatology Residency
dermatology residency last yearIn my article, “The Dermatology Job Search Timeline: Reflections from a Resident Still in the Interview Process,” I focused on what I needed to do during my last year of residency to secure a job. The job search takes up a surprising amount of space on the calendar. There are interviews, contracts, licensing, credentialing, board prep, and decisions about where to live. It is easy for the enti …
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The Full Spectrum of Dermatology: A Growing Resource for Inclusive Dermatologic Care
Image of post inflammatory hyperpigmentation skin condition. The Full Spectrum of Dermatology: A Diverse and Inclusive Atlas side by side images of popular derm conditionsThe Full Spectrum of Dermatology: A Diverse and Inclusive Atlas continues to revolutionize dermatology education and patient care by addressing disparities in recognizing skin conditions across diverse skin tones. Initially introduced as a print edition in 2021 and followed by the launch of the Inclusive Derm Atlas Online Gallery in 2022, this initiative is expanding rapidly and making a profound …
Image of post inflammatory hyperpigmentation skin condition. The Full Spectrum of Dermatology: A Diverse and Inclusive Atlas side by side images of popular derm conditions
JDD Buzz Series: Implicit Bias and Clinical Decision Making in Psoriasis
implicit biasDo implicit bias and race-compliance stereotyping impact clinical decision making in psoriasis? A feasibility study published in the February issue of the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology sought to answer this question. To learn more about the key findings and takeaways, I interviewed one of the authors, Rithu Srikantha, MD, associate professor of dermatology at the Feinberg School of Medicine/N …
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