Cutaneous Miscellaneous: The Dermatology Residents Podcast

In episode 3 of Cutaneous Miscellaneous, our host Nicholas Brownstone, MD speaks with Joslyn R. Sciacca Kirby, MD, MEd, an Associate Professor of Dermatology at Penn State Health in Hershey, PA. The episode begins with board review prep on Hidradenitis Suppurativa. Dr. Kirby mentions keys to diagnosis, important co-morbidities, clinical trial outcomes data, and HS literature topics that could appear on exams in the next few years. Next, Dr. Brownstone asks Dr. Kirby for her advice on how to give an impactful presentation. Dr. Kirby gives tips for delivering talks virtually and in front of small and large audiences. She then provides her pearls on dealing with nervousness speaking in front of large audiences and when to use pauses during a presentation. The episode ends with a discussion on the phases of building a PowerPoint presentation, suggestions for the ideal word limit per slide, and how to appropriately use humor. Listen now – this is the perfect episode for anyone who wants to improve their podium presentation and speaking skills!

In episode 2 of Cutaneous Miscellaneous, our host Nicholas Brownstone, MD speaks with Muneeb Shah, DO who is Chief Dermatology Resident at Campbell University in Wilmington, NC and has over 16 million followers on social media. Dr. Brownstone asks Dr. Shah for tips on taking the dermatology residency in-service exams, and about how to start and maintain a successful social media presence. Dr. Shah talks about how to get and maintain brand partnerships within the dermatology space. He also highlights important ethical and medicolegal guidelines that residents should be aware of when posting on social media. If you are already posting on social media or thinking about starting, this is an episode you won’t want to skip! Dr. Shah can be found on Instagram and YouTube as @Doctorly and on TikTok as @dermdoctor.

In the inaugural episode of Cutaneous Miscellaneous, our host Nicholas Brownstone, MD and Special Guest Co-Moderator James Q. Del Rosso, DO, speak with American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) President Mark Kaufmann, MD in front of a live audience from the Real World Dermatology For Residents Conference at the Sahara Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, NV. Dr. Kaufmann discusses what the AAD does and how it can benefit dermatology residents and those who are about to complete residency. He highlights opportunities for dermatology residents to serve on Academy committees. Plus, find out Dr. Kaufmann’s preference for a classic New York City food item. Don’t miss this exciting first episode from our new show!

Welcome to Cutaneous Miscellaneous: The Dermatology Residents Podcast. The goal of this new show is to maximize your potential as a dermatology resident, and maximize your board scores, while having fun some along the way. While this content will be focused on dermatology residents, medical students and fellows. Even early career dermatologists can benefit.