Open AccessEmpowering Residents to Address Socioeconomic Disparities in Dermatology
Author(s) -
Soraya Azzawi
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
cutis
Language(s) - Uncategorized
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2326-6929
pISSN - 0011-4162
DOI - 10.12788/cutis.0234
Subject(s) - medicine , socioeconomic status , dermatology , medline , family medicine , gerontology , environmental health , population , political science , law
Vulnerable communities are in tremendous need of specialized dermatologic care. Through exposure to unique patient populations during medical school curricula and residency training, creation of partnerships with existing advocacy networks, and technological innovation, dermatology residents can harness their skill set to aid marginalized communities.