ODAC Conference

Complexities of Managing Inflammatory Diseases – A Case-Based Review (Dr. Friedman’s ODAC lecture)
It’s time for a review of Dr. Adam Friedman’s presentation, “Complexities of Managing Inflammatory Diseases,” which was another one of the popular lectures from ODAC 2018. This lecture was case-based and full of helpful pearls. So let’s get to it! CASE #1: 70-year-old female with red, pruritic “rash” involving her face, trunk, and extremities for several months. The rest of her hi …
Real World Dermatology: Clinical Pearls Galore – Part 1
PART 1   This June, I had the pleasure of attending the Real World Dermatology for Residents conference in Las Vegas.  This conference brought together distinguished dermatologists from across the country to educate residents on practical topics that ranged from treatment guidelines, to clinical pears, to advice about achieving success on the boards.  Here are some of the pearls I took …
Practical Updates on Rosacea Pathophysiology and Management
ODAC RosaceaIn this blog of ODAC Pearls, we’ll be discussing Dr. Adam Friedman’s ODAC lecture, “Practical Updates on Rosacea Pathophysiology and Management.” We will review the pathophysiology, comorbidities, microbiome, updates on classification and treatment of rosacea, along with practical pearls in management. The 2017 update by the National Rosacea Society Expert Committee reported various ros …
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ODAC Poster Abstract Participant Interview – Navid Malakouti, MD
participant abstractPOSTER ABSTRACT PARTICIPANT INTERVIEW Navid Malakouti, MD is a PGY-3 Dermatology Resident at Howard University Hospital and Washington, D.C. VA Medical Center. His interests include cosmetic, surgical, and general dermatology.  1- Your abstract focuses on an alternative closure method for excisions. Is there a reason you decided to focus on this topic? I was flipping through some books …
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The Importance of Networking in Dermatology
networkingSo, you have made it. No longer a resident, you are now a rising star in one of the best fields of medicine. You are an overachiever and tireless perfectionist. But, you realize that now you have become a small fish in the big pond. What are some tactics that will help you become a big fish? Network… It’s vital to be self-determined, proactive and resourceful when networking. Unlike busines …
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