Diversity in Medicine
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Dermatologists address cultural competence and unconscious biases in the specialty
Experts agreed that dermatology has work to do to become more diverse and culturally competent, but there are steps that make that possible.
Feature
Physician sues AMA for defamation over 2022 election controversy
The lawsuit sheds light on the power dynamics of a politically potent organization that has more than 271,000 members and holds assets of $1.2...
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Hyperpigmented Papules on the Tongue of a Child
A 9-year-old Black boy presented to the dermatology clinic for evaluation of dark spots on the tongue. The family first noted these spots 5 months...
Commentary
Alopecia Areata in Skin of Color Patients: New Considerations Sparked by the Approval of Baricitinib
With the dawn of a new era in the treatment of alopecia areata (AA) as well as new information showcasing an altered prevalence of AA in skin of...
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Study evaluates features of alopecia areata in Hispanic/Latinx patients
The authors found that 18% of patients had one or more coexisting autoimmune conditions, most commonly rheumatoid arthritis and thyroid disease....
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Updated materials and mentoring can boost diversity in dermatology
Expert panel explores ways to expand diversity in dermatology medical education and clinical practice.
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Study eyes sunscreens marketed to individuals with skin of color
The average number of allergens per product was 4.7, most commonly fragrance/botanicals, tocopherol, sodium benzoates/derivatives, and sorbitan...
Dx Across the Skin Color Spectrum
Erythrasma
A well-demarcated, red-brown plaque with fine scale in the antecubital fossa of an obese Hispanic woman. What's the condition, and what are the...
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Yellow Nodule on the Scalp
A 45-year-old woman was referred to dermatology by a primary care physician for evaluation of a raised skin lesion on the scalp. The lesion had...
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DEI advances in dermatology unremarkable to date, studies find
In one of the studies, Black and Latinx trainees were underrepresented in all specialties, but even more so in dermatology.
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Consider gaps in access and knowledge in diagnosis and treatment in skin of color
Expert panel shares best practices for managing common dermatologic conditions in a diverse patient population