E92: Rethinking Dermatology: Understanding the Significance of Skin Diversity

In this podcast episode, Dr. Sarah Walsh and Dr. Ophelia Dadzie delve into the topic of human cutaneous diversity. They discuss how Western dermatology developed and primarily focused on people with lightly pigmented skin. However, dermatologists today are dealing with a diverse population with different skin pigmentation levels. They emphasize the need to rethink the language used in dermatology to better serve the diverse population they treat. This podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the importance of diversity in dermatology.

 

Link to video version: https://www.eadvlearning.org/pages/53/podcast

 

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