This course will enable students to develop a basic understanding of the fund of knowledge and types of medical problems seen in this specialty; to develop a basic understanding of the medical decision making process involved in the practice; and to develop an understanding of and practice of medical interpersonal communication and professionalism.

This elective will allow students to gain exposure to the specialty and the types of health conditions experienced by patients seen by providers in this specialty as healthcare team members.

This clinical elective in Dermatology provides students with an opportunity to develop fundamental dermatology skills. It is an integrated ambulatory and inpatient consultation rotation. Students will gain exposure to general, pediatric, and surgical dermatology.

This is a clinical elective in surgical dermatology with a focus on Mohs micrographic surgery (MMS) for cutaneous malignancies. After this course, students will be able to understand the indications for MMS and other dermatologic procedures such as standard excisions, nail biopsies, intralesional triamcinolone and other intralesional treatments. Students will develop an understanding of the techniques and procedures performed. Additionally, they will develop an understanding of the post-operative course for these procedures, and how to manage any complications that may arise.

This clinical elective is only available to students who have completed Dermatology as a prerequisite. This course is designed for students interested in pursuing a residency in Dermatology. The course will build on the experience, skills, and knowledge gained from the required Dermatology elective prerequisite. The student will be given increased responsibilities in the diagnosis and management of dermatologic patients. This will include working with the in-patient consult service, participating in the care of complex medical dermatologic patients, and increasing responsibility in the high-volume dermatology clinic.