SOCS/NEJM/VISUALDX Virtual Series

Gary J. Braunerr, MD Keloids What is the cause of keloids? Keloids are scars that continue to heal and grow beyond the time for normal wound healing. They occur rarely in Caucasians and are more prevalent in those of South Asian ancestry and especially African sub-Saharan ancestry. They bear no relation to the depth of…

What is the cause of “acne keloidalis?” Folliculitis papillaris or the commonly misnamed “acne keloid” (since it is not acne and does not result in keloids) is a chronic condition lasting many years occurring mostly in Black young men as itchy bumps on the back of the neck. These bumps may spread onto the scalp…

We are thrilled to see such phenomenal attendance and response to our virtual series addressing “The Impact of Skin Color and Ethnicity on Clinical Diagnosis and Research.” This educational series is collaborative, presented by the Skin of Color Society (SOCS), the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) Group, and VisualDx, with in-kind support from Zoom…

We are thrilled to be a part of a groundbreaking virtual series in collaboration with the New England Journal of Medicine Group (NEJM Group) and VisualDx, which brings together Skin of Color Society experts, thought leaders and other advocates in collaborative discussions addressing issues of health disparities, structural racism and medicine, while examining specific dermatologic…

Join clinical experts, thought leaders, and advocates for a collaborative discussion on the issues of health disparities, structural racism, and medicine as we examine specific dermatologic diseases in a series of four free and open educational webinars. Register now for one event or all four! Structural Racism and Racial Bias in Medicine Hair Disorders in…

On May 13, six years ago, SOCS founding/honorary emeritus member Dr. A. Paul Kelly passed away. Known as a “Quiet Pioneer” of skin of color dermatology, Dr. Kelly dedicated his life to researching issues associated with skin of color, and to improving dermatological care for his patients. He inspired and challenged nearly 90 dermatology residents,…

Donald Glass II, MD, PhD, FAAD is an Assistant Professor, Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas. Originally from the Bahamas, Dr. Glass enrolled in the Medical Scientist Training Program at Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) in 1998. He received his PhD from BCM in 2005 from the Department of Human…

Dallas, TX - July 23, 2018 Synopsis of meeting:  The Skin of Color Society held a networking and educational event at the Hotel Zaza Art House in Dallas, TX.  The event provided members and other guests a chance to enjoy networking, education and a unique venue. The event was attended by established dermatologists as well…

The Latest in SOC Research Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia in Children: A Case Series and Review of the Literature. This study looked at CCCA in six children and found that five had a family history of CCCA suggesting that genetic susceptibility may play a larger role than previously thought. Read more here. Dermoscopy and patch…