SMJ // Dermatology

SMJ Article | Original Article

Skin Biopsies and Diagnostic Outcomes at a Multisite Family Medicine Residency Network

Objectives: Physicians other than dermatologists evaluate nearly 60% of all skin diseases, and 22% of these physicians are family physicians. Dermatology education is therefore an important aspect of Family Medicine training. Dermatologic procedural training in Family Medicine residency is not standardized, however, so family physicians graduate with highly variable skills....

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Optimizing Dermatological Care Triage in a Safety-Net Hospital: Retrospective Analysis of Diagnoses and In-Person Referrals

Objectives: Teledermatology is a cost-effective and efficient approach to delivering care and is particularly beneficial for patients with limited access to specialized services. Considering the rapid expansion of telehealth, it is crucial to focus on optimization. The purpose of our study was to evaluate the triaging of dermatologic care in...

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Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis

Objectives: Atopic dermatitis (AD) is one of the most common chronic childhood conditions. Disparities in treatment and access to care can result in poor disease control and decreased quality of life. The aim of this study was to determine whether race and ethnicity affect treatment and healthcare utilization for pediatric...

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SMJ Article | Letter to the Editor

Impact of Psoriasis on Patients’ Social Network Behavior

To the Editor: Social media has an increasingly important role in life. Healthcare-related topics make up an important aspect of social posts because approximately 25% of social media users follow friends’ health updates online and approximately 10% post about their own health.1 The impact of social media on our actual...

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CME Article: Skin Cancer in Non-White Solid Organ Transplant Recipients: Mayo Clinic Experience

Objective: Solid organ transplant recipients (SOTRs) have an increased risk of skin cancer development, but limited data exist on the development pattern of cutaneous malignancies in non-White SOTRs. The aim of this study was to describe the characteristics and outcomes of non-White patients who developed skin cancer following solid organ...

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Dermatology Residency Applicant Self-Reported Stressors and Coping Mechanisms by Sex, Race, and Geographic Region during the 2020–2021 Application Cycle

Objectives: Our aim was to identify self-reported stressors and coping mechanisms during the 2020–2021 application cycle by dermatology residency applicants. We hypothesized that coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) would be the most reported stressor. Methods: During the 2020–2021 application season, the Mayo Clinic Florida Dermatology residency program sent a supplemental application...

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Tri-Site Academic Center Experience with Immunotherapy for Metastatic Skin Cancer in Solid Organ Transplant Patients

Objectives: Organ transplant recipients have an increased risk of skin cancer, but treatment options for metastatic skin cancer are limited because of their immunosuppressed state. We sought to qualify the clinical experience and patient safety of immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) for skin cancer treatment in transplant recipients at one large...

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Reasons for Visits to the Dermatologist Stratified by Race

Objectives: The aim of this study was to examine, from the patient’s perspective, the most common reasons for seeking medical attention for skin disease and how this varies among different races. Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional analysis on the National Ambulatory Medical Care Survey between 2007 and 2018, the most...

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Does Point-of-Care Ultrasound Affect Outcomes in Pediatric Patients with Skin and Soft Tissue Infections?

Objective: There is increasing evidence for the use of point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) in pediatric patients with skin and soft tissue infections (SSTI), but there is a lack of sufficient data on its impact on SSTI outcomes. The objective of this study was to determine whether POCUS use is associated with...

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US Dermatology Resident Responses about the COVID-19 Pandemic: Results from a Nationwide Survey

Objectives: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has drastically changed resident training in the United States. Here, we explore the early perceived effects of COVID-19 on dermatology residents through an electronic sample survey and identify possible areas for targeted improvement in lieu of a possible second wave of COVID-19 cases....

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