Diversity in Medicine
Original Research
Racial Disparities in the Diagnosis of Psoriasis
Skin of color (SOC) patients can wait 3 times longer to receive a diagnosis of psoriasis than non-SOC patients.
From the Journals
Funding of cosmetic clinical trials linked to racial/ethnic disparity
Industry- and non–industry-sponsored studies have very different patient populations.
Residency Roundup
Differences in Underrepresented in Medicine Applicant Backgrounds and Outcomes in the 2020-2021 Dermatology Residency Match
Although there have been studies addressing barriers faced by underrepresented in medicine (UIM) applicants to dermatology, there is little...
Photo Challenge
Pigmented Papules on the Face, Neck, and Chest
A 46-year-old woman presented with multiple asymptomatic, flesh-colored, hyperpigmented papules on the face of 5 to 6 months’ duration that were...
For Residents
Perceptions of Community Service in Dermatology Residency Training Programs: A Survey-Based Study of Program Directors, Residents, and Recent Dermatology Residency Graduates
Participation of dermatology residents in service-learning experiences increases awareness of health disparities and social factors impacting...
Conference Coverage
Cultural humility required to optimize treatment of eczema patients with skin of color
Treating eczema in patients with skin of color requires cultural lens.
Commentary
Ten steps for clinicians to avoid being racist: The Francis commitment
The scars never go away and your status is always in question, no matter your title or uniforms of respect. Eventually it wears you down.
Latest News
Study eyes characteristics of pediatric patients with hidradenitis suppurativa
Obesity was the most common comorbidity at the time of diagnosis, with 64% of patients affected.
Feature
Doc releases song after racist massacre in Buffalo
Cardiologist-musician Cleveland Francis wrote and recorded a song to honor the victims as “a plea to the other side to recognize us as people.”
Feature
Alabama cites Roe decision in call to ban transgender health care
“No one – adult or child – has a right to transitioning treatments that is deeply rooted in our Nation’s history and tradition,” Alabama Attorney...
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LGBTQ students would get new protections under Biden plan
The update would ensure that government-funded schools make proper accommodations for a trans student population, such as allowing students to use...