Women's Dermatologic Society

Finding Serenity An editorial by Samantha Schneider, MD As physicians, we are constantly faced with new challenges and potential sources of stress. There are the pressures of increasing regulations, less time for patient visits, and, not to mention, all of our other “life” obligations. One key to success in this ever-evolving technological world of more , faster , now - is to unplug. One of the most therapeutic things that I have discovered during my training is to turn off my phone and get outside. Now, let me start by saying that I never thought I would have said this before medical school. I did not enjoy being outside at all. I say this as a way to encourage some of the possibly more reluctant readers. You can do it! And, you may even surprise yourself.                 Start small. Maybe you will just walk around your neighborhood (without your headphones). You’ll be amazed at how much more yo...

As members of the Young Physicians Committee, we look forward to the AAD’s Annual Meeting because it offers time to catch up with friends, network with colleagues, and to expand our knowledge base. My name is Kachiu, and I’m entering my third year in practice. I am an academic dermatologist at Brown University, practicing a mixture of medical and cosmetic dermatology. I completed residency at Brown University, and a laser/cosmetic fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital afterwards. Upon graduation, I returned to Brown University to start the cosmetics division, and currently serve as the Director at our interdisciplinary laser and aesthetic center, where I work closely with plastic surgery and oculoplastics. I am dedicated to the WDS, and currently serve as the Chair of the Young Physicians’ Committee. Outside of work, I am a busy mother of 2 young children (ages 4 and 2 years), and struggle to juggle my work/life responsibilities on a daily basis. My name is M...