cutaneous T-cell lymphoma in addition to the development of
photodynamic therapies for skin cancers. Investigators are also
studying the application of bioinformatics toward the diagnosis
and treatment of skin disease and the development of prophylactic
and patient education strategies for the prevention of
cutaneous neoplasms.
Our didactic curriculum at the University of Pittsburgh includes
weekly half-day didactic sessions which include clinical and
basic-science lectures given by members of the faculty and
residency. First year residents participate in their own focused
weekly dermatopathology conference, studying a new topic
each week. Upper level residents attend once-twice weekly
general dermatopathology teaching sessions. Monthly basic
science journal clubs are co-lead by clinical and basic science
faculty to facilitate in-depth discussion of research topics and
their impact on patient care. The residency program hosts
meetings of the Pittsburgh Academy of Dermatology, which
are well attended by dermatologists in our community. These
educational events include Grand Rounds with live patient participation,
lectures from national leaders in dermatology, and
monthly Clinical Pathologic Correlation lectures presented by
members of our faculty.
The University of Pittsburgh Department of Dermatology, a
leading center for academic dermatology, continues to embark
on new initiatives designed to foster continued growth, providing
excellence in clinical care, education, and research.
Disclosures
None of the authors have declared any relevant conflicts.
AUTHOR CORRESPONDENCE
Kristen Lo Sicco MD……................losiccoki@upmc.edu
