Massachusetts General Hospital Department of Dermatology
A full-service dermatological center that delivers state-of-the-art care
to patients with rare and common conditions of the skin, hair and nails.
About us
Since the 1800s, we have led the way in developing new treatments for skin conditions, including:
- Psoralen plus ultraviolet light (PUVA) therapy for psoriasis
- Tunable dye/laser treatment of vascular birthmarks
- Q-stitch ruby laser treatment of pigmentation and tattoos
- The theory behind fat reduction by controlled cooling
- We also opened the first multidisciplinary center for patients with cutaneous melanoma in 1966.
In the 21st century, we continue to break new ground. The Clinical Unit for Research Trials in Skin helps patients who have not responded to traditional treatments and develops novel therapies, diagnostics, clinical procedures and medications. Our Cutaneous Biology Research Center works on discovering fundamental principles and genetics that contribute to maintaining healthy skin and treating disease.
Meet our Doctors
Our department’s board-certified physicians have one overarching goal: helping patients enjoy their everyday activities while minimizing or eliminating their symptoms.
The Psychiatry Academy is proud to facilitate a NEW virtual dermatological conference.
Dermatology Bootcamp
This crash course will cover everything you wanted to know about the skin, hair, and nails for healthcare professionals of all backgrounds.
In response to the high demand of requests for Dermatology education and lectures from our colleagues, the faculty of the MGH Dermatology Department will provide a 2 day crash course for physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants on the basic triage and management of common conditions affecting the skin, hair and nails.
We will cover hot topics such as updates in skin cancer, eczema and psoriasis, pediatric dermatology, contact allergies, urgent and emergent dermatologic conditions, hair disorders, cosmetics, and telemedicine. Participants in this course will be taught the tools to interface more efficiently with dermatologists and manage basic dermatologic problems for their patients.
Course Director:
Arianne Shadi Kourosh, MD, MPH
Available credit:
- 16.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 16.00 Nursing Contact Hours
- 16.00 Social Workers
- 16.00 Participation
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