For Residents
From the Journals
Parental leave for residents pales in comparison to that of faculty physicians
Twelve top institutions provided paid childbearing/family leave for faculty physicians, only eight did so for residents.
Residents’ Corner
Allergy Testing in Dermatology and Beyond
Identification and avoidance of a culprit allergen has the potential to lead to complete resolution of disease and notable improvement in quality...
Postcall Podcast
Craig Getting, Luis Aguilar-Montalva: Part I
How The Lantern Theater and Thomas Jefferson University team up to fight burnout and develop empathy.
Postcall Podcast
Samuel Shem: Part II
he author of the House...
Latest News
New pregnancy, genetic testing guidance added to AAD’s melanoma guidelines
Not every patient with cutaneous melanoma will need genetic testing, say the updated guidelines.
Conference Coverage
Comorbidities are important in psoriasis care
LAS VEGAS – Cardiovascular comorbidities and psoriatic arthritis top the list of issues to keep an eye on.
Postcall Podcast
Samuel Shem: House of God
The writer of the cult classic on medical residency talks about the infamous work.
Med Tech Report
Where to go with wearables
First and foremost, providers need confidence in the accuracy of the monitoring equipment, and, thus far, that accuracy has been questionable.
Conference Coverage
Q and A with Dr. Julie Harper: Treating acne and rosacea
MONTEREY, CALIF. – The trend is more toward a comprehensive combination approach to treat everything we see in...
For Residents
Cross-contamination of Pathology Specimens: A Cautionary Tale
There are many potential sources of error in clinical practice. An astute clinician must not only work hard to prevent errors but also minimize...
Residents’ Corner
What Would I Tell My Intern-Year Self?
The preliminary year before dermatology training can be the source of much anxiety. However, there are aspects of it that can...