Skin of Color

Skin of Color

Attitudes Toward Utilization of Minimally Invasive Cosmetic Procedures in Black Women: Results of a Cross-sectional Survey

Author:

Sara Marie Asbeck, MD, MPH

Funmilayo Ogunbufunmi, MPH

Brenda Umenita Imo, MS

Laura Scott, MD

Heather Woolery-Lloyd, MD

This cross-sectional study was designed to better understand perceptions of beauty, antiaging, and cosmetic procedures among young Black women,...

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Skin of Color

Improving Diagnostic Accuracy in Skin of Color Using an Educational Module

Author:

Priscilla Ly Kojder, MD

Catherine Pisano, MD

Maria Leszczynska, MD

Ashley Riddle, MD

Lucia Diaz, MD

Ammar M. Ahmed, MD

This study evaluated the effectiveness of a focused educational module for improving diagnostic accuracy and confidence in the treatment of...

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Treatment of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia in Black Patients: A Systematic Review 

Author:

Josephine Hai, MD

Summer N. Meyer, BS

Oma N. Agbai, MD

This systematic review discusses studies on frontal fibrosing alopecia characteristics and treatment outcomes in Black patients.

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The CROWNing Event on Hair Loss in Women of Color: A Framework for Advocacy and Community Engagement (FACE) Survey Analysis

Author:

Landon K. Hobbs, MD

Stafford Brown III, MS

Robert J. Smith, MD

Kimberly Salkey, MD

Valerie Harvey, MD, MPH

Hair loss is associated with low self-esteem in women with skin of color; therefore, it is important to both acknowledge the social and...

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For Residents

Perceptions of Community Service in Dermatology Residency Training Programs: A Survey-Based Study of Program Directors, Residents, and Recent Dermatology Residency Graduates

Author:

Victoria S. Humphrey, MD

Bansri M. Patel, MD

Jonathan J. Lee, MD

Alaina J. James, MD, PhD

Participation of dermatology residents in service-learning experiences increases awareness of health disparities and social factors impacting...

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Tinted Sunscreens: Consumer Preferences Based on Light, Medium, and Dark Skin Tones

Author:

Henriette De La Garza, MD

Poom Visutjindaporn, MD

Mayra B.C. Maymone, MD

Neelam A. Vashi, MD

We conducted an analysis of over-the-counter tinted sunscreens with the objective of investigating the factors that influence consumer preference...

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Skin of Color

The Leaky Pipeline: A Narrative Review of Diversity in Dermatology

Author:

Kiyanna Williams, MD

Kanade Shinkai, MD, PhD

This narrative review provides updated evidence on barriers at different stages of medical education training that impede academic advancement for...

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Skin of Color in Preclinical Medical Education: A Cross-Institutional Comparison and A Call to Action

Author:

Uzoamaka Okoro, MD, MSc

Thinh Quoc Chau, MD

John Kawaoka, MD

Vivian Wong, MD, PhD

Abrar A. Qureshi, MD, MPH

The objective of this study was to determine if the preclinical dermatology curriculum at 3 US medical schools provided adequate representation of...

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Counseling About Traction Alopecia: A "Compliment, Discuss, and Suggest" Method

Author:

Ciara Grayson, MD

Candrice R. Heath, MD

Traction alopecia remains a common concern for Black women visiting a dermatologist. We present an empathetic and culturally sensitive method for...

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Dx Across the Skin Color Spectrum

Atopic Dermatitis

Author:

Candrice R. Heath, MD

Richard P. Usatine, MD

People of African descent have the highest atopic dermatitis prevalence and severity. This fact sheet outlines key clinical features in people...

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Microaggressions in Medicine

Author:

Brittany Feaster, MHS

Lynn McKinley-Grant, MD, MA

Amy J. McMichael, MD

As providers, we must strive to understand all categories of racism and expose the many ways prejudice manifests within medical training and...

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