Derm fellowships

[doitalldoc]

I always had some interest in dermatology but never considered it as a full-time career. I came across a few non-ACGME dermatology training programs that are not listed on AAFP website, in case anyone else is interested.

Oasis Dermatology Clinical Fellowship
Goodman Dermatology Clinical Fellowship
Texas Institute of Dermatology Clinical Fellowship
Dermatology Underserved Fellowship
Duke Skin of Color Fellowship
Hopkins Ethnic Skin Fellowship

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[VA Hopeful Dr]

Those all look super legit and not sketchy or unnecessary at all.

 

[Hollow Knight]

Those all look super legit and not sketchy or unnecessary at all.

I assume this is sarcasm, but could you expand on this thought for the kiddos?

 

[VA Hopeful Dr]

I assume this is sarcasm, but could you expand on this thought for the kiddos?

Gladly.

Fellowships dealing with skin of color don't make you a dermatologist. They make you better at the fact that skin conditions look visually different depending on skin color. Interestingly, my first FM lecture in 3rd year of med school was about rashes on skin of color. So, while its definitely important, even a full year of that doesn't make you a dermatologist.

The other "fellowships" are run by private practice dermatology groups. People on SDN like to complain about residencies exploiting residents for free labor, well this is what that actually looks like. Also, not sure 1 year after an FM residency will make you equally competent with real dermatologists.

Finally, non-ACGME fellowships generally don't make you a specialist in that field.

 

[Hollow Knight]

Gladly.

Fellowships dealing with skin of color don't make you a dermatologist. They make you better at the fact that skin conditions look visually different depending on skin color. Interestingly, my first FM lecture in 3rd year of med school was about rashes on skin of color. So, while its definitely important, even a full year of that doesn't make you a dermatologist.

The other "fellowships" are run by private practice dermatology groups. People on SDN like to complain about residencies exploiting residents for free labor, well this is what that actually looks like. Also, not sure 1 year after an FM residency will make you equally competent with real dermatologists.

Finally, non-ACGME fellowships generally don't make you a specialist in that field.

Thanks doc!

 

[doitalldoc]

I assume this is sarcasm, but could you expand on this thought for the kiddos?

Baseless conjectures. I wouldn't listen to him. If you're interested in expanding derm knowledge and skill base, these programs are available.

 

[VA Hopeful Dr]

Baseless conjectures. I wouldn't listen to him. If you're interested in expanding derm knowledge and skill base, these programs are available.

Sure, if you want to be an FP with stronger derm skills I guess these could work.

Anything beyond that is a pipe dream.