It's always a good idea to expand your knowledge and expertise in regards to patients with skin of color. Here is a synopsis of the skin of color-themed presentations taking place at the annual American Academy of Dermatology Meeting in San Diego from March 16-20.
On Saturday, March 17, there will be a focus session on Medical & Aesthetic Dermatology in Skin of Color (U041) starting from 7:15 a.m. to 8:45 a.m., followed by a focus session entitled Practical Approach to Medical and Cosmetic Dermatology in Skin of Color Patients (U051) from 12:15 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. There will be a symposium on Disorders of Pigmentation (S019) from 2:00 p.m. to 5 p.m.
On Sunday, March 18, a focus session from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m. will cover Building Beauty: Understanding Facial Proportions, Phi, and Use of Volumizing Soft Tissue Fillers (U073).
Finally, on Monday, March 19, an early focus session from 7:15 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. will cover Hair Disease & the African American Patient (U108), and a second focus session from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. will cover Melasma: Pathogenesis and Treatment (U129). There will also be a forum starting at 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Vitiligo (F063).
The online version of the scientific program contains all the information you'll need in regards to the meeting. Hope to see you there!
- Lily Talakoub, M.D.
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