The DIGA Podcast

How do dermatologists care for patients with solid organ transplants? In this episode, we talk with Dr. Lee Wheless, Assistant Professor of Dermatology at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Tune in to learn more about his research on skin cancer and organ transplantation, his management strategies for organ transplant recipients, and more!   Learn More: https://medsites.vumc.org/departmentofder...

In today's episode, we are joined by Dr. Jordan Lane, a PGY-3 at Cleaver Dermatology in Kirksville, MO. We discuss his path to becoming a dermatologist as well as his interest in providing dermatologic care to rural communities! __ Today's host: Morgan, @morgann_l21 on Instagram __ For questions, comments, or future episode suggestions, please reach out to us via email at derminterestpod@gmail.com...

On todays episode we are joined by Dr. Lauren Shegos, a chief resident at Ohio Health Riverside Methodist dermatology residency program. She shares her journey to dermatology, life at Ohio Health, and other tips for students interested in dermatology. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with other students! . . Instagram: @Natem_33 @derminterest @drshegos_dermatology @riversidederm . . Fo...

Teekz ธีกซ์ (he/him/siya) is a passionate cancer survivor and community advocate from Oakland, California. With a focus in Dermatology and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging (DEIB), he is dedicated to uplifting marginalized communities & addressing social determinants of health. Teekz's nontraditional journey began as he battled Lymphoma while attending community college, later...

In this bonus episode, host Austin Black talks with Tejas Joshi, a 4-th year medical student who, during his time at Baylor College of Medicine, has become very proficient in publishing dermatology research. Join Austin and Tejas for an episode previously recorded on the sk(in depth) pod that we are happy to share with you here on the DIGA podcast. From identifying a mentor to selecting a target j...

Aaron Secrest, MD, PhD, MBA, is currently working as a senior medical officer in dermatology at Christchurch Hospital in New Zealand. He shares what this experience has been like and how other people can seek out similar opportunities. He also shares his road to dermatology and why he pursued a PhD and an MBA. Finally, he shares his website full of his advice on how to treat common skin conditions...

Dr. Akhil Abraham dual applied to dermatology and anesthesiology programs in 2023. He recently matched into dermatology at Health Partners Minneapolis. He shares how he balanced two applications and successfully matched into dermatology. For questions, comments, or future episode suggestions, please reach out to us via email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠derminterestpod@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . Music: District Four by Kevin Ma...

On today's show we are joined by Dr. Maheera Farsi, a board certified Dermatologist and fellowship trained Mohs surgeon. Dr. Farsi shares her journey to derm, Mohs, and what a day in the life looks like for her. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with other students who are interested in dermatology! . Contact: DIGA: @derminterest Nate: @natem_33 . For questions, comments, or future epis...

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Adarsh Vijay Mudgil, better known as " The Doc " on social media. Dr. Mudgil is a New York City-based dermatologist and dermatopathologist who over the past 5+ years has established himself as a prominent face in the realm of dermatology on social media. In today’s episode with Dr. Mudgil, we talk about everything from how he came to pursue a career in d...

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Clay Cockerell, a renowned Dermatologist and Dermatopathologist, and founder of the new Lake Granbury Medical Center Dermatology Residency program. Dr. Cockerell shares with us insight into his career, the Lake Granbury Dermatology program, and the importance of understanding the business aspect of dermatology. We hope you enjoy! --- DIGA: @ ⁠⁠⁠⁠derminterest⁠⁠⁠⁠ -...

Dr. Steven Krueger is a board certified dermatologist and Mohs micrographic surgeon.   After graduating from Boston College, Dr. Krueger earned his medical degree at the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He completed a transitional year internship at Harvard Medical School, and then returned to the University of Massachusetts to complete his dermatology residency followed by a Mohs micro...

Dr. Kara Hurley recently matched dermatology resident at Texas Tech University shares her advice and path to dermatology. __ For questions, comments, or future episode suggestions, please reach out to us via email at derminterestpod@gmail.com __ District Four by Kevin MacLeod Link: ⁠https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3662-district-four⁠ License: ⁠https://filmmusic.io/standard-license⁠ __ Send i...

On todays episode we are joined by Dr. Charlie Dunn, the Chief Resident at ADCS Orlando Dermatology residency program. He shares his story to pediatrics and then shifting to dermatology. Dr. Dunn also shares tips on how to be successful when interacting with residency programs. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with other students interested in derm! . . Instagram: DIGA: @derminterest N...

On todays show we are joined by Dr. Nicole Hamburger, a PGY-2 resident at Larkin Palm Springs Dermatology residency program. She shares her journey of going unmatched the first time around, ranking TY and Prelim years. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with other students interested on derm! . . Instagram: DIGA: @derminterest Nate Marroquin: @natem_33 Nicole: ndhamburger@gmail.com . Mus...

Today we are joined by Dr. Payal Dixit, board certified Dermatologist and fellowship trained Mohs surgeon. She shares her journey to derm and provides advice for students on how to stand out as a rotating applicant. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with others interested in dermatology! . . Instagram: DIGA: @derminterest Nate Marroquin: @natem_33 . . Music:District Four by Kevin MacLeo...

On todays show were are joined by Dr. Luke Maxfield, a board certified dermatologist and fellowship trained Mohs surgeon. He shares his story getting into dermatology and how he worked hand in hand with his residency program to get a Mohs fellowship started for him. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with other students interested in dermatology! . . Instagram: DIGA: @derminterest Nate M...

On today's episode, we are joined by Dr. John Minni who is a general dermatologist working in private practice. Dr. Minni shares his insight regarding choosing dermatology, working in private practice, and starting a family as a practicing physician. __ Today's host: Morgan, @morgann_l21 on Instagram __ For questions, comments, or future episode suggestions, please reach out to us via emai...

Dr. Mathis, a general dermatologist and assistant professor at the University of Utah, shares how he successfully matched into Dermatology, while also applying to family medicine. He discusses how he was able to match without doing any away rotations. Finally, he discusses what he looks for in a resident's application as he reviews it. We hope you enjoy! Connect with Dr. Jason Mathis Email: ja...

In this episode, we talk with Dr. John Kawaoka, the Program Director of the dermatology residency program at Brown University in Providence, RI. Tune in to learn more about what Dr. Kawaoka looks for in an applicant, what it’s like to train in Providence, and more!   Host: @grace_p_hobayan   Learn More: https://brownderm.org/doctor/john-kawaoka-md/ https://www.brown.edu/academics/medical/about/dep...

In this Episode, we talk with Dr. Gabrielle Brokamp. She originally hails from Cincinnati, OH and holds a bachelor’s degree in biomedical sciences from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. She completed medical school at The Ohio State University in Columbus, OH and is a PGY-2 (as of this recording) in the categorial dermatology residency program at OSU. Gabbie shares with us her passion for d...

Dr. Lauren Madigan, a specialist in Complex Medical Dermatology and assistant professor at the University of Utah, shares how she successfully matched into Dermatology at Henry Ford Health without completing away rotations. She shares her experience discovering complex medical dermatology and how her interest in working as a hospitalist led her there. Finally, she discusses what attributes she loo...

What is rheumatologic dermatology? How does one pursue a career in this field? In this Episode, we talk with Dr. Megan Arthur, an attending dermatologist at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. She serves as the co-director of the interdisciplinary dermatology/rheumatology clinic at UNMC and Nebraska Medicine, as well as the Associate Program Director of the UNMC Dermatology residency progra...

Dr. Samip Sheth (med-derm resident) and Dr. Noah Goldfarb (co-director of the med-derm program) highlight one of the few combined dermatology and internal medicine residencies in the United States at the University of Minnesota. Dr. Goldfarb shares his pathway into medical dermatology, career options to pursue after combined training, and the characteristics of a competitive med-derm applicant. --...

What exactly is “research fever” and how has it affected the dermatology residency application process? In this episode, we talk with Dr. Jocelyn Gandelman, a dermatologist at Schweiger Dermatology Group in New York City and a graduate of the dermatology residency program at University of California San Francisco. Tune in to learn about Dr. Gandelman’s 2023 Viewpoint article in JAMA Dermatology on...

In this episode, we talk with Ciaran Smythe, DO, a current dermatology resident at Health Education Services of Lake Granbury Medical Center. Prior to dermatology residency, Dr. Smythe matched into an orthopedic surgery program and completed one year of his training in orthopedics. In this episode, Dr. Smythe shares what the process is like to leave a residency, how he successfully matched into a...