Women's Dermatologic Society

The “Business” of Dermatology By Shawna A. Flanagan, MD Practice Management During medical school and training many decades ago, business classes were not part of most physician’s curriculum. It is possible friends or family members may have helped guide your decisions, as far as business decisions were concerned, but usually, most of us just figured it out on our own. That is how I did things when opening my office twenty years ago. I just winged it! Fast forward to 2018, and it seems like the time has come for dermatology to be part of the business world. If you attended the annual meeting this year, you might have noticed the overwhelming number of practice management booths. I receive several emails and letters every month with the offer to buy out my office and take over the “management.” In this month’s editorial , I will try to explain the business of dermatology, and this current “buy out” frenzy in an oversimplified version from a doctor, not an investment banker or...

When working in the field of dermatology, you will find yourself wondering about whether to go into academia or private practice, what area to make as your niche, and how you balance work with your life so you don't burn out. Hear from leading dermatologists on their thoughts to follow your passion, and how to create the path you want to follow. This webinar featuring Drs. Carrie Kovarik, Alexa Boer Kimball, Abrar Qurechi, Barbara Gilchrest, Lorraine Young, Roopal Kundu, Jean Bolognia, William James, Cheryl Burgess, Jane Grant-Kels, Elizabeth Hale, Jenny Kim, and Lynn Drake goes into detail on how to decide between academia and private practice, developing a niche, and thoughts on work-life balance. Continue watching the WDS Webinar Series by following the WDS YouTube Channel The WDS Webinar series is brought to you by the Young Physician Committee and sponsored by Galderma

When starting a career in dermatology it is important to surround yourself with people who will help make you the best you can be. From employers to mentors, the people in your life can help guide you to become the dermatologist you choose to be. This webinar featuring Drs. Mary Maloney, Alexa Kimball, Carrie Covarik, Jane Grant-Kels, Elizabeth Hale, Zoe Draelos, Barbara Gilchrest, William James, Roopal Kundu, Rachel Reynolds, Lynn Drake, Keith Greathouse, Lorraine Young, and Abrar Qureshi goes into detail on what questions should you ask of your future employer, advice for searching for a job, and the importance of mentorship in career development. Continue watching the WDS Webinar Series by following the WDS YouTube Channel The WDS Webinar series is brought to you by the Young Physician Committee and sponsored by Galderma

A Female Dermatologist’s Guide to Being a Leader By Azeen Sadeghian, MD “Leadership is not about titles, positions or flowcharts. It is about one life influencing another.” ~ John C. Maxwell Being a physician equips us, in a way, to naturally become leaders. Many of the traits needed to exemplify excellent patient care are also traits that are seen in strong leaders. Not only that, we are expected to step into our roles as archetypal leaders. We are held to a higher standard in serving. Medical decision making is not the only thing expected of us. For example, many of us serve on dermatologic or medical committees, volunteer in our communities, or manage clinical personnel. The reason why leadership is something we should talk about is because it’s something we all face as physicians. The leadership role we encounter is not limited to the business realm of being a manager or owner, it exceeds that. A friend recently loaned me an article from the Harvard Business R...

Starting your career in dermatology can be challenging. It is important to know your passion. Listen to the advice of experienced WDS members as they share pearls  for building your brand. This webinar featuring Drs. Mary Lupo, Elizabeth Hale, Lynn Drake, Cheryl Burgess, Keith Greathouse, David Goldberg, Doris Day, and Jean Bolognia goes into details on how to set yourself apart by creating and promoting your own brand, what is most important for young physicians to do when first building a brand and a career, building a reputation and a niche, and building a brand online and on social media. Continue watching the WDS Webinar Series by following the WDS YouTube Channel The WDS Webinar series is brought to you by the Young Physician Committee and sponsored by Galderma

Preparing to start your career in dermatology? Listen to the advice of experienced WDS members as they share pearls for successfully negotiating your contract. This webinar, featuring Drs. Jane M. Grant-Kels, Alexa Boer Kimball, Mary E. Maloney, Michael S. Kaminer, Abrar Qureshi, Lynn Cornelius, Murad Alam, and David Goldberg, goes into detail about what you should think about when looking for a job, what you need to know when negotiating a contract, the basic structure of a contract, and whether or not you need a lawyer to review your contract. Continue watching the WDS Webinar Series by following the WDS YouTube Channel   The WDS Webinar series is brought to you by the Young Physician Committee and sponsored by Galderma