Welcome From the ChairDermatology is a specialty in which the patient and doctor are partners and readily know when a therapy is successful or not. This especially close relationship between the patient and doctor is one of the most satisfying characteristics of the field. This quality of being readily visible also makes Dermatology the specialty best poised to take advantage of the information and imaging revolution. New technologies for the collection, transmission, and interpretation of skin images are now revolutionizing the art of Dermatology. The rapidly expanding scientific base of Dermatology, including understanding many diseases at their fundamental genetic level, has expanded the sophistication of the clinical dermatologist and increased the need for Dermatology training to possess an excellent scientific and technical base. We are formally committed to playing a leadership role in the integration of scientific advances in Dermatology, while maintaining an outstanding clinical and basic science program. During their training, residents learn sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic techniques and develop superb surgical skills. They have the opportunity to participate in clinical and basic research as well as in community and health policy issues. Residents will be prepared for a productive and forward-looking future by participating in the development of new therapies in the early stages of formulation. Our faculty members are excited about the potential for Dermatology in the 21st century, and they work closely with residents to help them achieve their full potential. The goal is to inculcate a spirit of leadership, lifelong learning, excellence, and quality into our trainees during their three years in our program. Thus, we strive to fulfill the motto of our University: Meliora—"Ever Better" I encourage you to join us. Sincerely, Alice P. Pentland, M.D. |