INTRODUCTIONMentorship is a key factor for dermatology residency match success.1 However, dermatology mentor demand grossly exceeds supply, especially for dermatology residency applicants who are underrepresented in medicine (UIM) and/or without…
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INTRODUCTIONMedical student-run free clinics (SRFC) are prevalent in medical schools, with 208 sites reported from 84 institutions in 2014.1 SRFCs historically emphasize primary care services and serve under-resourced populations. Data…
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INTRODUCTIONHidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic inflammatory disease that causes painful, foul-smelling, and movement-restricting lesions in intertriginous regions. One of the primary therapies for HS and one of the two…
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INTRODUCTIONSkin self-examination (SSE) has been correlated with early detection of skin cancers; in one study over half of melanoma cases were self-recognized prior to diagnosis.1 Patients often reference photos from…
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INTRODUCTIONSkin self-examinations (SSE) are an integral part of skin cancer surveillance, with the potential to reduce mortality from melanoma by 63%.1 Many patients rely on information found online, e.g. Google,…
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INTRODUCTIONMelanoma, the fifth most common and most lethal skin cancer globally, significantly contributes to cancer mortality.1,2 In 2023, estimated new cases are projected to surge to 97,610.2 Despite a higher…
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INTRODUCTIONWound repair in particular areas of the body presents treatment challenges. Epidermal fragility, inflamed margins, and heightened skin tension secondary to suturing, increase the risk of wound dehiscence and delay…
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INTRODUCTIONMerkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is a rare, highly aggressive skin malignancy, with an incidence of 0.7/100,000 person-years in the United States in 2013.1 The development of MCC is associated with…
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INTRODUCTIONHydroxychloroquine (HCQ) is a 4-aminoquinoline used to treat malaria and as a disease-modifying agent in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).1 Side effects associated with using HCQ include…
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In this supplement: Sugar Sag: What Is Skin Glycation and How Do You Combat It? Skin aging is influenced by various exogenous and endogenous factors, ranging from ultraviolet (UV) light exposure…
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In this supplement: Update on Combined Topical Products for Treating Acne: Leaping From Dyads Antibiotic resistance and treatment adherence remain significant challenges for acne treatment. Advances in topical formulations have ushered…
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A Biological Definition of Advanced Glycation End-Products (AGEs) As time goes on and our bodies change, alterations in the texture and color of our skin serve as a constant reminder…
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