Dermatologists are often faced with uncertainty. Diagnosis or identification of treatment options in unique or difficult to treat cases can be a regular challenge in our patient population. Collegial discussion among the specialists who attend this forum can help. The regular forum provides an opportunity to exchange ideas and gather expert opinions on diagnoses, treatment options, technologies and best practices in the management of care for patients.

Our guest speakers are selected from experts in the field of dermatology, recognized by the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Society of Dermatopathology, and the American Society of Dermatologic Surgeons. Guest speakers lecture in their fields of expertise to the Brown Dermatology Program dermatologists, residents, and other healthcare providers - one lecture on patient and clinical topics, and one lecture on basic science issues and information. Each talk is followed by a question and answer session.

These dermatology conferences are not only an opportunity for physicians and other healthcare providers to discuss cases and formulate the best treatment approach for patients, they provide a community-wide function: keeping hospital and community-based dermatologists current on diseases, diagnostics and treatments. Cases presented are chosen based on complexity, uniqueness and difficulty. Case reviews and subsequent discussions not only improve care for the patient presented, but also lead to improved care for future patients.

This series includes:

• Structured Presentations
• Unstructured Discussion Time
• Challenging Cases
• Leading experts with significant expertise

For more information, contact Erika Abou Kelila via email or by phone at (401) 444-7139.

Research

• Collaborate on case reports with residents, medical students, or Department of Dermatology faculty
• Collaborate on original research conducted with residents, medical students or Department of Dermatology

Education

• Provide Dermatology resident lectures
• Supervise Dermatology resident journal club discussions
• Attend and participate in patient presentations at Dermatology Grand Rounds
• Refer pathology, Mohs cases, and contact dermatitis cases that facilitate education for Dermatology residents
• Provide hands on opportunities for teaching Dermatology residents and medical students in their personal office or in formalized setting such as the Veterans’ Hospital with proper accreditation

Service

• Volunteer at the Dermatology free clinic
• Volunteer at skin cancer screening events sponsored by the Department of Dermatology
• Assist in the preparation for conferences such as New England Dermatology Society meetings, Atlantic Dermatology etc. hosted by the Department of Dermatology
• Participate in medical student interest clubs for Dermatology
• Participate in new Dermatology resident workshops for biopsies, suturing, etc.
• Participate in VA Dermatology clinics as an attending

Applicants should be board certified and in compliance with the requirements of the American Board of Dermatology for ongoing commitment to learning via continuing medical education.

An annual discussion with chair or vice chair regarding mechanisms for involvement is strongly encouraged. The faculty member’s history of departmental activities and evaluations and future plans for departmental engagement should be discussed.