Massachusetts General Hospital Dermatology Case Conference Lecture Series 2022 (Videos)

Overview

The Massachusetts General Hospital Dermatology Case Conference Lecture Series 2022 (Videos) offers an in-depth review of key dermatologic conditions through expert-led video lectures. This series addresses a broad range of topics from common skin diseases to urgent dermatologic emergencies, providing practical knowledge applicable to clinical practice.

On-demand dermatology education — accessible anytime, anywhere.

Agenda

This lecture series includes 20 detailed presentations divided into four sections, covering clinical topics relevant to dermatology and general practice.

• ABC’s Of STDs: A Focus On Recognition — Erin Amerson, MD
• Skin Souvenirs – Rashes In Returning Travelers — Esther Freeman, MD, PhD
• COVID Dermatology – Skin Signs Of Infection And Vaccines — Esther Freeman, MD, PhD
• Tech In Dermatology — Roxana Daneshjou, MD
• Itching For Answers: Approaching The Work Up For Itchy Patients And The Various Causes Of Pruritus — Sarina Elmariah, MD, PhD
• Getting Hives Just Thinking About It – Approach To The Work Up And Management Of Urticaria — Sarina Elmariah, MD, PhD
• Birthmarks, Bumps And Beyond — Elena Hawryluk, MD, PhD
• Baby Rashes – Skin Eruptions In Newborns And Infants: Common Place And The Concerning — Elena Hawryluk, MD, PhD
• Breaking Down Breakouts: Facing Facial Eruptions -How To Tell What They Are And What To Do — Rebecca Vasquez, MD
• Atopic Dermatitis/Eczema In Children — JiaDe Yu, MD
• Overview Of Allergic Contact Dermatitis In Children — JiaDe Yu, MD
• “Burns For Beginners” How The Experts Manage Burns And Wounds — Jonathan Friedstat, MD, MPH
• Help My Hair Is Falling Out – The Work Up For Various Causes Of Hair Loss — Natasha Atanaskova Mesinkovska, MD, PhD
• Skin Signs Of Systemic/Rheumatic Disease — Flavia Fedeles, MD
• Say No To Drugs – But Which Ones? Recognizing Drug Reactions In The Skin And Their Culprits — Steven Chen, MD, MPH
• “Nailing It” – Nail Melanoma, Tumors And Disorders, How Nail Biopsies Work And When They Should Be Utilized — Janelle Nassim, MD
• Powering Through Pigmentary Problems – Vitiligo, Melasma, Hyperpigmentation, And Other Causes Of Dark And Light Spots — Nick Theodosakis, MD, PhD
• Dermatology 911 – Life Threatening Rashes And What To Do — Steven Chen, MD, MPH
• Skin Cancer Crash Course: “Spotting Spots – Those We Live With And Those We Die Of” Recognizing Melanoma And Non-Melanoma Skin Cancers And The Mimickers — Alyx Rosen, MD
• Sunscreens Made Simple — Alyx Rosen, MD

Learning Objectives

• Describe and identify skin lesions properly for effective dermatology consultations.
• Identify common and acute dermatology problems, including emergencies.
• Manage basic dermatologic conditions and understand referral indications.
• Discuss environmental and genetic risk factors for basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma.
• Review treatment options for skin cancer including topical, light-based, destructive, and surgical modalities.
• Apply user-friendly algorithms for skin cancer triage.
• Diagnose common hair loss conditions accurately and avoid misdiagnoses.
• Develop a standardized approach to hair loss evaluation and workup.
• Recognize hair-related emergencies requiring dermatologic referral.
• Understand therapeutic options for hair loss and the impact on patients.
• Identify and assess skin lesions across diverse skin types.
• Demonstrate cultural competency in dermatology practice.
• Manage dermatologic conditions in a culturally competent manner, recognizing emergencies in all skin types.

Speakers

• Erin Amerson, MD
• Esther Freeman, MD, PhD
• Roxana Daneshjou, MD
• Sarina Elmariah, MD, PhD
• Elena Hawryluk, MD, PhD
• Rebecca Vasquez, MD
• JiaDe Yu, MD
• Jonathan Friedstat, MD, MPH
• Natasha Atanaskova Mesinkovska, MD, PhD
• Flavia Fedeles, MD
• Steven Chen, MD, MPH
• Janelle Nassim, MD
• Nick Theodosakis, MD, PhD
• Alyx Rosen, MD — University of Miami

Target Audience

This lecture series is designed for physicians across specialties, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, psychologists, and social workers seeking to strengthen their dermatologic knowledge and clinical management skills.

Why This Topic Matters

The Massachusetts General Hospital Dermatology Case Conference Lecture Series 2022 (Videos) addresses critical areas in dermatology, supporting clinicians in various specialties to improve their skin, hair, and nail assessment skills. This resource provides clinically relevant insights into common and urgent dermatologic conditions, enhancing healthcare providers’ confidence in managing these issues.

Available through MedHub Central, this series fosters interdisciplinary collaboration and cultural competency in dermatology, which is essential for effective patient care. The content supports ongoing professional development by offering practical frameworks for diagnosis, management, and referral decisions within dermatology.