Topical: The Dermatology Podcast

Holistic review. Preference signaling. Application caps.  Have you wondered how these buzzwords relate to the residency application process?  In this episode, Dr. Ilana Rosman, Program Director of the Washington University dermatology residency and Twitter #MedEd thought-leader (@ilanarosman), talks to us about ideas for improving the application process in order to increase transparency, equity and fit.   Dermatology Program Information for Students; 2020-2021 Application Cycle: https://bit.ly/DermResidencyInfo Talk to us: Email: topicalpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TopicalPod             @KristinaLiuMD             @AMostaghimi             @IlanaRosman Follow us on: iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/topical-the-dermatology-podcast/id1375358222 Stitcher: http://stitcher.com/s?fid=183355&refid=stpr Google Play: https://player.fm/series/topical-the-dermatology-podcast

It is our absolute pleasure to invite Dr. Kanade Shinkai on our show. She is a distinguished clinician, medical educator and the current Editor-in-Chief of JAMA Dermatology.  (Spoiler: this wonderful educator got her start by teaching "stuffies" as a child) Follow us on: iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/topical-the-dermatology-podcast/id1375358222 Stitcher: http://stitcher.com/s?fid=183355&refid=stpr Google Play: https://player.fm/series/topical-the-dermatology-podcast   Talk to us: Email: topicalpod@gmail.com Twitter: @KanadeShinkai              @TopicalPod             @KristinaLiuMD             @AMostaghimi

Like fine wine, discussions with Dr. Misha Rosenbach gets better with time.  Due to popular demand, he returns to Topical (for Round 3!) to discuss the impact of COVID-19 on trainees and residency applications.     Talk to us: Email: topicalpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TopicalPod             @KristinaLiuMD             @AMostaghimi             @MishaRosenbach Follow us on: iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/topical-the-dermatology-podcast/id1375358222 Stitcher: http://stitcher.com/s?fid=183355&refid=stpr Google Play: https://player.fm/series/topical-the-dermatology-podcast    

We invite Dr. Esther Freeman on our show because many of our listeners wanted to learn how to combine their interests in global health and dermatology.  Dr. Freeman does exactly that - travel the world, combining her love for epidemiology, public health and dermatology, and representing our specialty by being on the forefront of HIV and COVID-19 research. Talk to us: Email: topicalpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TopicalPod             @KristinaLiuMD             @AMostaghimi             @DrEstherFreeman Follow us on: iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/topical-the-dermatology-podcast/id1375358222 Stitcher: http://stitcher.com/s?fid=183355&refid=stpr Google Play: https://player.fm/series/topical-the-dermatology-podcast

Over the past decade, financial investment funds, known as private equity groups, have been rapidly acquiring and consolidating many dermatology practices.  We invite a special guest, the newly minted Dr. Kira Seiger, on our show to discuss what this trend means and how it affects dermatologists and our field as a whole.   Talk to us: Email: topicalpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TopicalPod             @KristinaLiuMD             @AMostaghimi   Follow us on: iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/topical-the-dermatology-podcast/id1375358222 Stitcher: http://stitcher.com/s?fid=183355&refid=stpr Google Play: https://player.fm/series/topical-the-dermatology-podcast

Hi listeners, we paused from releasing new content so that we can listen instead of speak, learn to fill our knowledge gaps, and reflect on our roles as individuals and physicians in the current state of systemic racism and danger to black and brown lives.  We don't have the answer yet, but we are working on content to broaden this discussion of diversity and anti-racism in medicine and dermatology.  

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Abigail Waldman, dermatologic surgeon, patient educator and social media guru (@abby.waldmanmd).  She shares with us all the exciting aspects of her career (hint: it's not just surgery), all the while balancing a rich academic and personal life.   Talk to us: Email: topicalpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TopicalPod             @KristinaLiuMD             @AMostaghimi             @Abby.WaldmanMD (also on Instagram) Follow us on: iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/topical-the-dermatology-podcast/id1375358222 Stitcher: http://stitcher.com/s?fid=183355&refid=stpr Google Play: https://player.fm/series/topical-the-dermatology-podcast

Ever wondered what patch testing entails?  Do you also have a favorite allergen?  If so, you'll love our special guest, Dr. Ari Goldminz, who shares with us his journey to becoming a contact dermatitis expert.  (Bonus: a great detective story involving Dr. Goldminz's favorite contact allergen)   Talk to us: Email: topicalpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TopicalPod             @KristinaLiuMD             @AMostaghimi Follow us on: iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/topical-the-dermatology-podcast/id1375358222 Stitcher: http://stitcher.com/s?fid=183355&refid=stpr Google Play: https://player.fm/series/topical-the-dermatology-podcast

"In the face of a storm, be like a palm tree."  This saying not only conjures the image of sunnier days, but reminds us that flexibility and resilience are key to weathering the monumental changes happening in the world right now.  This global pandemic has affected everyone, and medical trainees are no exception.  In this episode, we address the impact of COVID-19 on medical students and residency applications, and close with some light-hearted stories from our own training. Talk to us: Email: topicalpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TopicalPod             @KristinaLiuMD             @AMostaghimi Follow us on: iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/topical-the-dermatology-podcast/id1375358222 Stitcher: http://stitcher.com/s?fid=183355&refid=stpr Google Play: https://player.fm/series/topical-the-dermatology-podcast

** Dear Listeners, the world has become a totally different place since we recorded this episode on March 9th.  Many of our listeners celebrated their match results at home rather than in crowded auditoriums.  Zoom has become the way we greet our students, teachers and colleagues.  We are proud to see our friends and colleagues on the frontlines, working tirelessly to take care of patients amidst the Covid-19 crisis.  We will continue to record virtually to bring you more content (and hopefully a few smiles) during these times.  Sending much love to you all, Kris and Arash **   Step 1 has (finally) become pass / fail!  Not only is this a huge change in undergraduate medical education, it may have tremendous implications for the medical school experience and application process.  In this episode, we talk about the pros and cons of this pivotal change.   Talk to us: Email: topicalpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TopicalPod             @KristinaLiuMD             @AMostaghimi Follow us on: iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com

In this episode, we welcome a special guest, Dr. Avery Lachance, on the show to share with us her passion for health advocacy in dermatology.  If you thought dermatologists' voices can't be heard on the Hill, think again! Talk to us: Email: topicalpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TopicalPod             @KristinaLiuMD             @AMostaghimi Follow us on: iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/topical-the-dermatology-podcast/id1375358222 Stitcher: http://stitcher.com/s?fid=183355&refid=stpr Google Play: https://player.fm/series/topical-the-dermatology-podcast

This episode brings a special guest, Dr. Jennifer Lin, who wears many hats and has expertise in melanoma, multicultural dermatology, and laser & cosmetic surgery.  A true devotee to learning, she has taken a path in dermatology filled with bold choices that is sure to inspire.  

Don't have time to go through old episodes looking for answers to interview trail-related questions?  We put together some of the most commonly asked questions from our listeners in this episode.  (Spoiler: we talk dress code, thank-you letters, top-5 schools, imposter syndrome and more!)

Becoming a parent is a tremendous experience, and doing it during residency comes with a unique set of challenges.  We invite Dr. Alexandra Charrow, dermatologist and cool-mom-extraordinare, on the show to talk about what it's like having a child during residency.  (No surprise spoiler alert: Arash became a father during residency too, and he's a pretty amazing parent) Talk to us: Email: topicalpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TopicalPod             @KristinaLiuMD             @AMostaghimi Follow us on: iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/topical-the-dermatology-podcast/id1375358222 Stitcher: http://stitcher.com/s?fid=183355&refid=stpr Google Play: https://player.fm/series/topical-the-dermatology-podcast

Dr. Rob Stavert, a true Renaissance dermatologist, joins us on the show.  We discuss healthcare delivery, teledermatology, and the challenges and rewards of working with underserved populations.    Talk to us: Email: topicalpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TopicalPod             @KristinaLiuMD             @AMostaghimi Follow us on: iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/topical-the-dermatology-podcast/id1375358222 Stitcher: http://stitcher.com/s?fid=183355&refid=stpr Google Play: https://player.fm/series/topical-the-dermatology-podcast

If you've ever felt bewildered by the alphabet soup of NIH grants, then tune in to this BONUS episode of Topical, where Dr. Megan Noe returns to give us a crash course in basic NIH grants.  Now, that's easy as 1, 2, 3! Talk to us: Email: topicalpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TopicalPod             @KristinaLiuMD             @AMostaghimi Follow us on: iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/topical-the-dermatology-podcast/id1375358222 Stitcher: http://stitcher.com/s?fid=183355&refid=stpr Google Play: https://player.fm/series/topical-the-dermatology-podcast

Ever wonder what a "postdoc" entails and how that could help your academic career?  Tune in to this episode of Topical, where Dr. Megan Noe, NIH-funded researcher and dermatologist-extraordinaire, comes on the show to share her experience with her postdoctoral fellowship and clinical research.  Talk to us: Email: topicalpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TopicalPod             @KristinaLiuMD             @AMostaghimi Follow us on: iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/topical-the-dermatology-podcast/id1375358222 Stitcher: http://stitcher.com/s?fid=183355&refid=stpr Google Play: https://player.fm/series/topical-the-dermatology-podcast

Applying to dermatology residency from a medical school without a dermatology department or residency program can be challenging.  We invite Dr. Janelle Nassim, our first guest star of the season, on the show to share her tips on how to successfully navigate these special circumstances.     Talk to us: Email: topicalpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TopicalPod             @KristinaLiuMD             @AMostaghimi Follow us on: iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/topical-the-dermatology-podcast/id1375358222 Stitcher: http://stitcher.com/s?fid=183355&refid=stpr Google Play: https://player.fm/series/topical-the-dermatology-podcast

Dear listeners, we have missed you so much!  As a kickoff to Season 2, we have some exciting announcements and perhaps most important, different theme music (new beats, who dis?) Tune in this season every other Thursday for new episodes.  We cannot wait to share the exciting world of dermatology with you!   Talk to us: Email: topicalpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TopicalPod             @KristinaLiuMD             @AMostaghimi Follow us on: iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/topical-the-dermatology-podcast/id1375358222 Stitcher: http://stitcher.com/s?fid=183355&refid=stpr Google Play: https://player.fm/series/topical-the-dermatology-podcast

What's that saying...all good things must come to an end?  Don't despair listeners, this good thing is only coming to a break.  We wrap up our season by sharing tips on how you can prepare for dermatology residency (spoiler: not by reading a textbook), and give you our HEARTFELT thanks for being a part of the TopicalPod family.  We have had a blast this season and look forward to sharing the next season with you this fall.  In the meantime, don't be a stranger!   Talk to us: Email: topicalpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TopicalPod             @KristinaLiuMD             @AMostaghimi Follow us on: iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/topical-the-dermatology-podcast/id1375358222 Stitcher: http://stitcher.com/s?fid=183355&refid=stpr Google Play: https://player.fm/series/topical-the-dermatology-podcast