The DIGA Podcast

Join us as we talk with Dr. Roland Beverly, a dermatologist and project director for Health Volunteers Overseas. In this episode, Dr. Beverly shares insights from his extensive experience volunteering abroad, discusses his dermatology career, and highlights the importance of global health outreach. Discover the rewarding challenges of providing dermatologic care in underserved areas and learn more...

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Steven Daveluy, MD. Dr. Daveluy is the program director of the Wayne State University Dermatology Residency Program. He gives us an inside look on the Wayne State program, its various features, the life of a Wayne State resident, and his personal thoughts on what makes a successful applicant. We hope you enjoy! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with oth...

In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Sophia Anagnostis as she shares her journey to dermatology, from her gap year as a medical assistant to her successful match at the HCA Florida Largo Dermatology Residency. Dr. Anagnostis is a voice of hope, encouraging everyone to believe in themselves and never close a door on their dreams. We hope you enjoy! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with...

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Roxana Daneshjou, MD/PhD, a physician-scientist who combines her expertise in dermatology and artificial intelligence.  Dr. Daneshjou shares her journey, which began with studying Bioengineering at Rice University, followed by earning her MD and PhD in Genetics at Stanford School of Medicine. She completed her dermatology residency at Stanford as part of the rese...

Today we spoke with Dr. Alyssa Becker, MD. She is a 2024 graduate from the University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine (JABSOM) who will be starting dermatology residency at the University of Connecticut in 2025 after completing her prelim year at the University of Hawaii Internal Medicine Program. She talks about creating connections while being miles away from other academic institutio...

In this episode, we talk with PGY-3 Dr. John Tsatalis a current resident at the University of Miami dermatology program. Dr. Tsatalis gives a rundown on timeless dermatology history, tells us about his path into dermatology, various aspects of the University of Miami program, and his general day-to-day as a part of one of the largest dermatology programs in the country! We hope you enjoy!   If you...

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Alia Ahmed, a UK-based dermatologist specializing in psychodermatology, a field that explores the connection between the mind and skin. Dr. Ahmed shares insights into common psychodermatology conditions, approaches to patient management, and her unique perspectives on the role mental health plays in skin health. We also touch on the differences between dermatol...

At the age of 26, skin cancer was the last thing on Leah Adams’ mind—until a routine skin check changed everything. Diagnosed with stage IA melanoma, Leah had to confront the fears, surgeries, and uncertainties that followed. In this episode, she shares how her experience transformed her perspective on skin health and inspired her to become a melanoma advocate. Leah’s story is a powerful reminder...

Today we spoke with Dr. Michael Fritz, MD. Dr. Fritz is a PGY-3 at the Indiana University dermatology residency program in Indianapolis, Indiana. Dr. Fritz gives us a candid conversation talking about his path finding dermatology as well as aspects about the IU program. Listen in to hear more! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with other students interested in dermatology!   Learn More:...

In this episode, we talk with past program director and volunteer extraordinaire Dr. Scott Drew, DO. Dr. Drew is heavily involved in several dermatology service opportunities across the globe. He shares with us how he started getting involved with these wonderful organizations and all of the good works they’re doing. As a past program director, Dr. Drew also gives us some insight to what he thinks...

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Elizabeth Kiracofe, a dermatologist in the Chicago area who has worked closely for many years with the Skin of Color Society (SOCS)—the world’s leading professional dermatologic organization dedicated to advancing health equity and promoting diversity and inclusion in dermatology. Dr. Kiracofe provides an insightful overview of SOCS, introduces their latest initia...

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Peg Cyr, a family medicine physician in Maine. Dr. Cyr shares insights on the integral role family physicians play in managing skin concerns, particularly in areas with limited access to dermatology specialists. She also discusses her interest in dermoscopy, its clinical importance, and the efforts she and her colleagues are making to expand its use among physicia...

Dr. Joshua Brady and Dr. Daniel Hyman, both PGY-4's at the University of Oklahoma Dermatology Residency Program, share the strengths of their program. They also shared information about the Oklahoma City area and their path to dermatology. Today's Host, Mark: @markyduboisconley --- For questions, comments, or future episode suggestions, please reach out to us via email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Dr. Landon Hobbs, a resident at Broward Health, shares his experience of completing a post-sophomore fellowship. He shares how this experience can help someone who applied to dermatology and did not match. He shares how the fellowship fits in the field of pathology and how it furthered his knowledge of dermatopathology. He also shares his experience of re-applying and how his fellowship helped him...

Dr. Paarth Dodia, a PGY-4, shares his experience at the Sampson RMC Residency Program in North Carolina. He also shares his path into dermatology. Today's Host, Mark: @markyduboisconley --- For questions, comments, or future episode suggestions, please reach out to us via email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠derminterestpod@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ --- Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Dr. Alexis Coican, a PGY-2 at Orange Park Dermatology, shares her experience of reapplying during her transitional year. She gives advice to those who are unmatched and shares strategies and options for those reapplying. Today's Host, Mark: @markyduboisconley --- For questions, comments, or future episode suggestions, please reach out to us via email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠derminterestpod@gmail.co...

Dr. Marshall Hall, a PGY-3 at Fort Worth Dermatology's Residency Program, joins us to discuss his program. He highlights the program's strengths and his recommendations to rotators there. He also shares his story of how he got into dermatology. Today's Host, Mark: @markyduboisconley --- For questions, comments, or future episode suggestions, please reach out to us via email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Fotini Bageorgou, MD. Dr. Bageorgou is an internationally renowned dermatologist, specifically for her work in cosmetic dermatology. Dr. Bageorgou is currently honored to be president of the International Peeling Society. Dr. Bageorgou tells us about her journey on becoming an expert in cosmetic dermatology as well as the popular procedures that she uses every day...

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Konstantinos Liopyris, MD. Dr. Liopyris recently opened his own private practice, Clinical Derm, in Athens, Greece. He also works part-time in the oncology department at the Andreas Syggros Hospital of Dermatology and Venerology. Dr. Liopyris tells us about his path to dermatology and specifically his interest in skin cancer. We also discuss his immersive work in...

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Evdoxia Panou, MD. Dr. Panou recently finished her dermatology residency at the Andreas Syggros Hospital of Dermatology and Venerology in Athens, Greece. Dr. Panou walks us through the medical education system in Greece and its various components, as well as being a physician in a country with universal healthcare. Listen in to hear about the vastly different medi...

Dr. Anabel Goulding, a PGY-1, recently matched at the Lehigh Valley Health Network Program. She shares her journey into dermatology and some helpful tips on how to get involved in research. Today's Guest, Anabel Goulding: @anabelgoulding DIGA: @ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠derminterest⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Today's Host, Mark: @markyduboisconley --- For questions, comments, or future episode suggestions, plea...

Dr. Alena Bashinskaya, a PGY-1, recently matched at the St. John's Program. Originally from Russia, Dr. Bashinskaya applied with an international visa to a US medical school and residency. She shares the unique challenges one faces as an international applicant and how to overcome them. Today's Guest, Alena Bashinskaya: @alenabsh DIGA: @ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠derminterest⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Today's...

Dr. Mackenzie Shephard, a PGY-1, recently matched into the Corewell Health - Trenton program. She shares her journey into dermatology, including changing her application from psychiatry to a dermatology application. She also shares about working a job during medical school and other helpful tips. Today's Guest, Mackenzie Shepard: @msheppp DIGA: @ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠derminterest⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Today&#3...

Dr. Mia Ismaili is an incoming PGY-1 resident at the Largo HCA Program. She shares how she couples matched with her partner, who matched into radiology. --- Today's Guest, Mia Ismaili:  ameijeismaili@gmail.com DIGA: @ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠derminterest⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Today's Host, Mark: @markyduboisconley --- For questions, comments, or future episode suggestions, please reach out to us via email at ⁠⁠...

In this episode, we talk with Caden Carver, DO a newly-matched dermatology resident at KCU-GME Phoneix. Caden shares with us what he felt helped him to successfully match, advice for future applicants, and insight into the couples matching process. We hope you enjoy! --- Connect with Caden: ⁠ c_carvs Caden's email: caden.a.carver@gmail.com DIGA: @ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠derminterest⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Today's Hos...