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Janiene Luke, MD is a board-certified dermatologist, Associate Professor, and serves as Residency Program Director at the Loma Linda University Department of Dermatology in California. She obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Physiologic Sciences from UCLA and a Master’s degree in Kinesiology and Nutrition from California State University, Los Angeles. While pursuing her medical degree, she was elected to the UCLA Chapter Alpha Omega Alpha honor society and received several awards and scholarships for her academic and community service endeavors. She completed her residency in dermatology at St. Luke’s/Roosevelt Hospital in New York City, where she also obtained extensive training in Skin of Color.

Dr. Luke specializes in medical and cosmetic dermatology with expertise in hyperpigmentation, hair disorders, and skin of color. She lectures locally and nationally and has a special interest in resident education. She has developed several curricula and educational courses during her time at LLU. She is the Director of the Cosmetic and Laser Center at LLU and created the Resident Cosmetic Clinic, a curriculum designed to give residents specialized training in performing cosmetic procedures.

Dr. Luke is active in numerous national societies such as AAD, SOCS, ASDS and APD. She previously served as the chair of the LLU Clinical Competency committee, and completed a 3-year term on the AAD’s Diversity Task Force, where she received a Presidential Award for her efforts. She currently is a member of the Mentorship and the Technology and Social Media Committees for the Skin of Color Society. In her spare time, Dr. Luke enjoys singing, traveling and cooking.

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Janiene Luke, MD, FAAD Janiene Luke, MD, FAAD Janiene Luke, MD is a board-certified dermatologist, Associate Professor, and serves as Residency Program Director at the Loma Linda University Department of Dermatology in California. She obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Physiologic Sciences from UCLA and a Master’s degree in Kinesiology and Nutrition from California…

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Celebrating SOCS Leadership: United by Shared Passion, Dedication & Vision Since the Skin of Color Society was founded in 2004 by visionary leader Dr. Susan C. Taylor, our organization has been fueled by the shared passion, dedication and vision of so many outstanding individuals—from nationally/globally recognized experts to emerging leaders in the field of skin of color dermatology. We are grateful for everyone who has…

The Skin of Color Society’s 5th Annual Media Day: A Great Success! The Skin of Color Society’s 5th Annual Media Day, “Shaping the Future: What’s New and Next in Skin of Color Dermatology,” was a great success! This program was our first-ever virtual Media Day, after four previous events held in person in New York City since 2015. Co-chaired by Valerie M. Harvey, MD, MPH, FAAD,…

SOCS in the 4th Quarter: A Mosaic of Activity! As we approach the year’s end, we’re energized by all the exciting activity among our signature SOCS programs and initiatives. DEEP Recently, we launched the SOCS Dermatology E-learning + Equity Platform, (DEEP), our online learning management system offering skin of color dermatology education and practice management content. SOCS members will have free, exclusive access to…

Town Hall: Dermatology Residency Application Process Dermatology Diversity Town Hall Series Title: Dermatology Residency Application Process Moderators: Drs. Crystal Aguh & Eva Kerby, SOCS Mentorship Committee Co-Chairs Date: Tuesday, September 7, 2021 Time: 7-8:30pm CST/8-9:30pm EST Location: Zoom Meeting (registration required) Panel: Drs. Prince Adotama, Angel Diaz, Roopal Kundu, Janiene Luke, Tiffany Mayo, and Kanade Shinkai Recording: The meeting will be recorded and available…

2021 Media Day 5th Annual Skin of Color Society Media Day The Skin of Color Society’s 5th Annual Media Day, “Shaping the Future: What’s New and Next in Skin of Color Dermatology” took place virtually on Tuesday, November 9, 2021. Co-chaired by Valerie M. Harvey, MD, MPH, FAAD and Janiene Luke, MD, FAAD, the SOCS Media Day 2021…

18th Annual Skin of Color Society Scientific Symposium 18th Annual SOCS Scientific Symposium:Diversity in Action: Science, Healthcare & Society Live and in person! We are thrilled to be returning to a live, in-person format. The 18th Annual Skin of Color Society Scientific Symposium, Diversity in Action: Science, Healthcare & Society, is taking place in Boston, Massachusetts at the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport, Ensemble EFG, on Thursday,…

Skin of Color Society Mentorship Program Welcoming in a Vibrant Group of SOCS Mentors and Mentees for 2021 Mentorship is a pillar of the Skin of Color Society. We pride our organization on its strong commitment to mentoring the next generation of skin of color dermatologists, providing a rich and rewarding experience for mentors and mentees alike. Over the years since the Society was founded in 2004, the SOCS Mentorship Program connects young…

17th Annual Skin of Color Society
Virtual Scientific Symposium Recap Our recent 17th Annual Skin of Color Society Virtual Scientific Symposium was a tremendous success on many levels, with thanks and congratulations to many SOCS members and supporters for their contributions to help make this superb program possible. We begin our recap by heartily congratulating and thanking SOCS Scientific Committee co-chairs, Amy McMichael, MD, FAAD…

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Skin of color patients comprise the majority in California, New Mexico and Texas…and soon will be the majority in Arizona, Nevada, Georgia, New York and Florida.

By 2042, more than 50% of the US population will have skin of color.