Derm vs. Rheum
Current MS3 having a hard time choosing between derm and rheum. Searched for previous topics but didn't find an answer to my question specifically. A major motivation of mine is an interest in...
View ArticleAways timing
Hey all, I just wanted to ask when we can expect to hear about aways. Alternatively, is there some other forum or spreadsheet on which people communicate about getting aways? Thanks!
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Can derm treat Onycholysis due to trauma? Photo in thread.
I do NOT want to know how to treat - what is the probability a nail like this can look normal again with derm's help?
View ArticlePracticing without Malpractice or Liability Insurance
Was wondering what people's thoughts are on starting a private practice without malpractice or liability insurance. I've never heard of any of my colleagues being sued in close to 100 combined years of...
View ArticleWebsite to practice naming lesion
A few years ago, I found a fantastic (although old) website which showed you various pictures of skin lesions and allowed you to practice naming the lesions. Unfortunately I have no idea what that...
View ArticleHow many publications would make a student competitive for dermatology?
Assuming they have good USMLE scores
View ArticleDoes reputation of residency program matter for Mohs or dermpath fellowship?
I was lucky and matched dermatology to a program in my ideal location a couple weeks ago! However, I do see myself pursuing a Mohs or dermatopathology fellowship in the future. Will going to a lesser...
View ArticleDermatology for IMG
I am IMG and I am starting my preparation for USMLE. I have completed my graduation. I am interested in dermatology residency in USA. I know that I should get 250+ in steps. I have honours in many...
View Articlechances for match after two attempts
Hello, first time posting here and just looking for some advice. I have applied to derm twice and did not match and I'm wondering if its time to throw in the towel. I applied during my fourth year of...
View ArticleNot having the "personality" for derm?
I recently shadowed an academic pediatric dermatologist and surprisingly loved the experience. It felt like everything really clicked. However, I do have one big concern about applying to derm (beyond...
View ArticleFor this year's applicants
Last year I posted about Topical Dermatology, a super useful podcast that helped me through the process: www. topicalpod .com (search for it or put it in browser). I couldn't find my old post so here...
View ArticleProduction/billing question
Hi, I am currently reviewing an offer and I have a question about how it states the collections will be "adjusted." -All J and Q codes will be deducted from the collections calculation. -Cost of...
View ArticleTwo-Week Away Rotations
Are any derm away rotations two weeks other than UCSF? I can't find any that aren't 4 weeks long, but I'm not sure if I'm looking in the right place.
View ArticleHow gross is derm?
How gross is dermatology from day to day? Is it super icky or are most cases pretty tame? As a comparison, is it as gross as Dr. Sandra Lee’s pimple popping videos on YouTube, or are scenarios like...
View ArticleIs it a mistake to take a research year between M3 and M4?
Rising M4 at a mid-tier school in the south. 250 step 1, 4/6 clinical honors including surgery and medicine, unsure if AOA. 4 publications with a few others in the works and few poster presentations....
View ArticleCosmetics Billing Question
I’m looking for permanent positions, and one was offering 7.5% of gross cosmetic billing. For reference, Botox in the area is typically going for $12-13/unit, at cost of $6/unit. This seems pretty low,...
View ArticleQuestion for practicing Dermatologists who have hired mid-levels for your...
I am about to start PA school this year and I wanted to find out what you look for when hiring a mid-level for your practice. I will be choosing dermatology as one of my elective clinical rotations in...
View ArticleRural Derm Salary?
Just curious about what salaries/practice outlooks look like in more rural areas. I know you can get a premium in some fields, but wasn't sure how well that translated to derm. I grew up in a rural...
View ArticleInterested Mohs Fellowship
Hey guys, I'm starting to develop an interest in the procedural aspects of dermatology, so Mohs is something I am considering. Hoping that the fellow members on this board can help with the following...
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