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The Dean of Black Dermatology
Against the backdrop of severe and persistent racism, including his family’s move to New Jersey in 1922 to escape threats from the Ku Klux Klan, Dr. John A. Kenney Jr. embarked on a journey that ultimately led his residents, mentees, and peers to honor him with the title, the Dean of Black Dermatology (Tuller 2003)….
The DF Turned 60 Years Young This Year and Will Continue to Revolutionize Dermatology
I find great joy in being part of something larger than myself and watching it grow. It’s much like watching a child mature and thrive on their own. As a long-term supporter, volunteer and Board member, it’s been incredibly exciting to see a small group of dedicated dermatologists work together to further our specialty and…
Join the Experts
Registration is open for the 2025 DF Clinical Symposium, taking place January 29 – February 1, 2025, at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples. This year, we’ve brought together an exceptional lineup of 11 expert speakers ready to share the latest advancements across a wide range of dermatological topics. Co-chairs Drs. Janet A. Fairley, Yvonne E. Chiu, and…
Dates to Remember
DF Research Award Program application deadlines In 2024, thanks to the support of the Dermatology Foundation’s membership, $2.97 million in funding was provided to over 61 researchers from 23 academic institutions. This funding supported research in 38 different investigative topics across 14 categories. Put your ideas to the test and apply in one of the…
Where Scientific Innovation, Discovery and Clinical Dermatology Converge
Michael Rosenblum, MD, PhD, was a 20-year-old undergraduate at the University of British Columbia when his mother became ill with breast cancer. At the time, physician-scientists were just beginning to explore how the immune system could be directed to target cancer cells. At the forefront was Dr. Steven Rosenberg, who had written a book that…
Precision Medicine in Cutaneous Lymphoma
Dr. Jaehyuk Choi presented two patient cases that demonstrate his approach to precision medicine in cutaneous lymphoma. Patients are referred to Dr. Choi from multiple institutions to better understand their disease and drivers of therapeutic resistance. He uses machine learning algorithms to identify predictive biomarkers and develop innovative next-generation therapies. Case #1 A 64-year-old male…
Can We Cure Cutaneous Lymphomas in 2024?
Dr. Jaehyuk Choi presented his research about novel therapies for cutaneous lymphomas. In his research, Dr. Choi analyzes patient samples using omics, machine learning, and AI to identify therapeutic targets for further evaluation in clinical trials. Dr. Choi shared three patient cases where he helped the treating physician find therapies to induce remission. Case #1…
Dr. Donald A. Glass II Receives the 2024 DF Sanofi and Regeneron Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Mid-Career Award
Donald A. Glass II, MD, PhD, has received the first 2024 DF Sanofi and Regeneron Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Mid-Career Award (SRDEI) from the Dermatology Foundation (DF). The award funds research of exceptional mid-career investigators and comes with funding of $100,000 each year for three years to support basic, clinical, or translational research that leads…
Shared Decision Making in Dermatology
Dr. Carrie Coughlin presented information about shared decision making (SDM) for dermatologists. First, Dr. Coughlin provided an overview of SDM. SDM occurs when providers and patients come together to make decisions. The decision must involve at least two reasonably equivalent options. Clinicians must clearly communicate the options and elicit patient and/or family preferences. The benefits…
Congenital Melanocytic Nevi: An Update
Dr. Carrie Coughlin presented information about the clinical evaluation, treatment, and management of congenital melanocytic nevi (CMN). First, Dr. Coughlin discussed CMN clinical evaluation and risk assessment. Initial evaluation includes a physical exam with palpation because melanoma can present underneath the skin. If the nevus is large or giant, Dr. Coughlin also examines the lymph…