The DIGA Podcast

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Haya Beydoun. Dr. Beydoun recently graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine and has successfully matched into dermatology residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch -Galveston. Listen in as Dr. Beydoun walks us through her journey to dermatology, her experience applying to research year programs, and all of the advice she has for matching...

In this episode of the DIGA Podcast, we continue our Dermatology Crash Course mini-series with a high-yield discussion on Lichen Planus, Lichen Simplex (Chronicus), and Prurigo Nodularis led by Dr. Aleta Simmons. 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 founda...

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Nicholas Theodosakis, MD, PhD. Dr. Theodosakis is a physician scientist at Massachusetts General Hospital who completed his MD/PhD at Yale School of Medicine before going on to pursue a combined dermatology residency and research fellowship at the Harvard Combined Dermatology Residency Program. Today, Dr. Theodosakis tells us about his path to dermatology, what it...

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 feat...

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 shar...

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 gradua...

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, wh...

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 ep...

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Megan Rogge, Associate Professor of Dermatology at UTHealth Houston’s McGovern Medical School, for an introduction to patch testing and its role in dermatology. Dr. Rogge explains the basics of allergic contact dermatitis, how patch testing is performed, and how results are interpreted in clinical practice. She also discusses common allergens, when to consider...

In this episode of the DIGA Podcast, we continue our Dermatology Crash Course mini series with a high-yield discussion on Benign Lesions, part 1 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 ep...

In this week’s episode, we sit down with Samer Wahood, a graduating medical student from the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, who successfully matched into dermatology at Emory University. Samer takes us through his full journey: from community work and a bioethics background that defined his application, to away rotations, mentorship, and what the interview season looked like. He...

In this episode of the DIGA Podcast, we continue our Dermatology Crash Course mini series with a high-yield discussion on Nail Disorders led by Dr. Sophia Anagnostis. 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 featur...

In this episode, we talk with Caroline Chen, MD, a recently matched dermatology resident. Caroline is graduating from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons this May and successfully matched into dermatology at Columbia, along with a transitional year at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Listen in as Caroline walks us through her journey to dermatology, how she got in...

In this episode, we talk with DIGA Podcast giant and out-going co-host and chairman, Austin Black, MD. Austin is a graduating 4th year from McGovern Medical School and successfully matched into dermatology at Baylor College of Medicine. Austin walks us through his journey from first realizing that dermatology was the specialty for him to eventually deciding on a research year. He also discusses wh...

In this episode of the DIGA Podcast, we continue our Dermatology Crash Course mini series with a high-yield discussion on Connective Tissue Disorders led by Dr. Michael Fritz. 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 epis...

In this episode of the DIGA Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Stanley Skopit, Program Director of the Larkin South Miami Dermatology Residency Program. He shares insights on the program’s culture, curriculum, and clinical training, along with his perspective on what makes a strong dermatology applicant and how medical students can prepare for a career in the field. We hope you enjoy! --- DIGA Instagra...

In this episode of the DIGA Podcast, we continue our Dermatology Crash Course mini-series with a high-yield discussion on Keratosis Pilaris and Xerosis led by Dr. Valerie Foy . 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 epis...

In this episode of the DIGA Podcast, we sit down with Dr. David Elpern. Dr. Elpern is a longtime dermatologist whose career path took him from family medicine to decades of dermatology practice on the island of Kauaʻi and now in Williamstown, Massachusetts. Dr. Elpern reflects on what first drew him to dermatology, when the specialty truly clicked for him, and why he chose to build a life and care...

In this episode of the DIGA Podcast, we continue our Dermatology Crash Course mini-series with a high-yield discussion on Seborrheic Dermatitis led by Dr. Valerie Foy . 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 fea...

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Bilal Fawaz. Dr. Fawaz is the associate program director of the Boston University Dermatology Residency Program. He sits down to talk to us about details of the Boston University program including general curriculum, resident experiences and opportunities, program culture and more. We round out the episode with Dr. Fawaz giving valuable insight into what makes a s...

In this episode of the DIGA Podcast, we continue our Dermatology Crash Course mini-series with a high-yield discussion on cutaneous T cell lymphoma and mycosis fungoides led by Dr. Benjamin Cooper. 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 derma...

In this episode, Dr. Erica Ogwumike shares her inspiring journey from a standout basketball career at Rice University and the 2020 WNBA draft to representing Nigeria at the Olympics. Now a dermatology resident and social media content creator, Dr. Erica talks about residency applications, offers guidance for dermatology applicants, and discusses how she balances her medical training with creating...

In this episode of the DIGA Podcast, we continue our Dermatology Crash Course mini-series with a high-yield discussion on Vitiligo 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 derma...

In this episode of the DIGA Podcast, we are joined by Dr. Erika Tvedten, current dermatology resident at Cooper University and newly matched Mohs fellow. Dr. Tvedten shares her journey from becoming the first DO to match at her program to building a competitive application that set her apart. She discusses the realities of dermatology residency, what it truly takes to stand out, and why protecting...

In this episode of the DIGA Podcast, we continue our Dermatology Crash Course mini-series with a high-yield discussion on atopic dermatitis led by Dr. Peter Lio. 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...