#212: Medical School in Jamaica and Residency in New York: Advice for IMGs

Dermatology Crash Course #18: Pediatric Conditions

In this episode of the DIGA Podcast, we continue our Dermatology Crash Course mini-series with a high-yield discussion on Pediatric Conditions led by Dr. Sharon Albers. We hope you enjoy! About the Dermatology Crash Course Series  The Dermatology Crash Course is a DIGA Podcast mini-series focused on delivering short, high-yield episodes that cover foundational dermatology topics. Each episode features a dermatologist sharing practical insights to help learners develop confidence in recognizing and managing common skin conditions. --- DIGA Instagram: @⁠⁠⁠⁠derminterest⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/derminterest/?hl=en] Today’s Host: Shan Francis --- For questions, comments, or future episode suggestions, please reach out to us via email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠derminterestpod@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ [derminterestpod@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ ] --- District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: ⁠⁠https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four**] License: ⁠⁠https://filmmusic.io/standard-license⁠ [https://filmmusic.io/standard-license**]

#213: More than Just a Number: From First Generation College Graduate to Dermatology Resident

In this episode of the DIGA Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Arpita Patel, a recent Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine graduate and incoming dermatology resident at Trinity Health. Dr. Patel reflects on her journey as a first-generation college and medical school graduate, the experiences that shaped her path to dermatology, and the lessons she learned along the way. She also shares practical advice for every stage of training and offers insight on how to truly put your best foot forward throughout the process. We hope you enjoy! --- DIGA Instagram: @⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠derminterest⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/derminterest/?hl=en] Dr. Arpita Patel: @⁠arpita.patell [https://www.instagram.com/arpita.patell/] Today’s Host, Marissa: ⁠⁠@marissamarieruppe⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/marissamarieruppe/] --- For questions, comments, or future episode suggestions, please reach out to us via email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠derminterestpod@gmail.com [derminterestpod@gmail.com]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ --- District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four**] License:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://filmmusic.io/standard-license [https://filmmusic.io/standard-license**]

#212: Medical School in Jamaica and Residency in New York: Advice for IMGs

In this episode of the DIGA Podcast, we are joined by Dr. Tristi Edwards. Dr. Edwards shares her journey from medical school at the University of the West Indies in Jamaica to dermatology training in the United States. We discuss: – what drew her to dermatology – her experience completing a research year at SUNY Downstate – navigating the U.S. application process as an international medical graduate – the role of mentorship and building connections – advice for students pursuing dermatology without a home program. This episode is especially helpful for students interested in dermatology who are looking for practical insight into the research year and application process. We hope you enjoy! Resources per Dr. Edwards: Skin of Color Society Mentorship [https://skinofcolorsociety.org/what-we-do/mentorship] Dermatology Interest Group Association Research Fellowship Link [https://derminterest.wordpress.com/research/] --- DIGA Instagram: @⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠derminterest⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/derminterest/?hl=en] Today’s Host, Katelyn: @⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠katsteng⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/katsteng/] --- For questions, comments, or future episode suggestions, please reach out to us via email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠derminterestpod@gmail.com [derminterestpod@gmail.com] --- District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four⁠⁠⁠ [https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four**] License: ⁠⁠⁠https://filmmusic.io/standard-license [https://filmmusic.io/standard-license**]

#211: University of Texas Medical Branch Dermatology Residency with Dr.Janice Wilson

In this episode of the DIGA Podcast, we are joined by Dr. Janice Wilson, Program Director of the University of Texas Medical Branch Dermatology (UTMB) Residency Program. Dr. Wilson is a board-certified dermatologist and dermatopathologist who completed both her residency and dermatopathology fellowship at UTMB. She shares valuable mentorship and insight into the dermatology application process, what her program looks for in candidates, and how to stand out in the match. If you’re interested in dermatology or preparing for the application cycle, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. We hope you enjoy! Connect with the UTMB program: Instagram: @utmbderm  [https://www.instagram.com/utmbderm/] --- DIGA Instagram: @derminterest [https://www.instagram.com/derminterest/] --- Today's Host: Shan Francis For questions, comments, or future episode suggestions, please reach out to us via email at derminterestpod@gmail.com [derminterestpod@gmail.com] --- District Four by KevinMacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four [https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four] License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license [https://filmmusic.io/standard-license]

Dermatology Crash Course #17: Benign Lesions II

In this episode of the DIGA Podcast, we continue our Dermatology Crash Course mini series with a high-yield discussion on Benign Lesions, part 2 of 2, led by Dr. Marianne Cortes. We hope you enjoy! About the Dermatology Crash Course Series  The Dermatology Crash Course is a DIGA Podcast mini-series focused on delivering short, high-yield episodes that cover foundational dermatology topics. Each episode features a dermatologist sharing practical insights to help learners develop confidence in recognizing and managing common skin conditions. --- DIGA Instagram: @⁠⁠⁠derminterest⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/derminterest/?hl=en] Today's Guest, Dr. Marianne Cortes ⁠⁠@drholymoley⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/drholymoley/] Today’s Host, Marissa: @⁠⁠⁠marissamarieruppe⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/marissamarieruppe/] --- For questions, comments, or future episode suggestions, please reach out to us via email at ⁠⁠⁠derminterestpod@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠ [derminterestpod@gmail.com] --- District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: ⁠⁠⁠https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four⁠⁠⁠ [https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four**] License: ⁠⁠⁠https://filmmusic.io/standard-license⁠⁠⁠ [https://filmmusic.io/standard-license**] ---