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Editorial
. 2022 Nov;15(11):27-29.

Disparities in Dermatology: A Reflection

Nour El-Kashlan  1 , Andrew Alexis  2
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Editorial

Disparities in Dermatology: A Reflection

Nour El-Kashlan et al. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2022 Nov.

Abstract

We share a passion for advancing racial and ethnic equity in science, medicine, and health. The aim of our manuscript is to illuminate longstanding racial disparities engrained within the American healthcare system and practice of medicine with a special focus on racial and ethnic diversity within the field of dermatology. We highlight crucial contributory factors that have perpetuated racial and ethnic disparities within the field, such as disparities in provider background, access to care, and resident education. We propose necessary and practical interventions that can improve representation, education, and research, and ultimately lead to improved patient outcomes and dermatological care.

Keywords: Dermatology; disparities; equity; ethnicity; medical education; patient outcomes; race; representation in medicine; skin of color.

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Conflict of interest statement

DISCLOSURES: The authors report no conflicts of interest relevant to the content of this article.

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