Women's Dermatologic Society

Interviewed by Stephanie Florez-Pollack, MD Neha Jariwala, M.D. is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology at the University of Pennsylvania. How did you become involved in the WDS and what benefits do you think WDS membership provides for residents/young physicians? I became involved in WDS as a resident when I attended one of their review lectures. I was impressed by the resources of the WDS community. Since then, I have been attending their events, which have helped me to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in our field. Being a part of the WDS community has allowed me to network, which has opened doors for mentorship and career opportunities. Overall, I believe that WDS membership provides a unique and invaluable experience for physicians and residents who are looking to grow, develop, and collaborate in dermatology.     At what point did you decide that you wanted to do academics versus private practice? What's the biggest challenge you've faced in acad...

  Dr. Gabriella Vasile is a double board-certified dermatologist and fellowship trained Mohs Surgeon. She currently practices at Goodman Dermatology in Georgia.   Interviewed by Neha Chandan MD, MPH, PGY3 Dermatology Resident   1.)       How did you become involved in the WDS and what benefits do you think WDS membership provides for residents/young physicians?   I initially became a part of WDS as a resident. Many of my peers were involved and it sounded like a great community to be a part of. It provided me with so many resources as I was going through training, and has been especially helpful for career development. I am currently a member of the social media committee for WDS and love helping to bust myths and put scientific facts out there for the general public.   One of the best parts of WDS is that it offers residents and young physicians the ability to connect with peers and colleagues within the derm com...

  Interview by Stephanie Florez-Pollack, MD   Rebecca Vasquez, MD, FAAD is an Assistant Professor of Dermatology at UT Southwestern (UTSW) Medical Center. She is the Assistant Chief of Service of Dermatology at Parkland Health and Hospital System since 2015.   She is also the inaugural Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) director of Dermatology, faculty sponsor for the Agape Clinic (a free dermatology clinic in Dallas staffed by Dermatology faculty and residents), and faculty sponsor for the Future Doctor Pipeline Program at UTSW. She serves on the Board of Directors of the Women’s Dermatologic Society and the Skin of Color Society, and is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology and Association of Professors of Dermatology.   How did you become involved in the WDS and what benefits do you think WDS membership provides for residents/young physicians?   I initially became involved after I was asked to speak at one of their DEI panel discussions. I...