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The Dermatology APP Fellowship is designed to provide advanced training and skill development for nurse practitioners and physician assistants in the field of dermatology. Our dermatology experts at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist provide the highest caliber, compassionate care for patients of all ages. The program aims to enhance clinical competencies, provide diverse rotation experiences, and foster professional growth. The didactic curriculum includes a combination of faculty-led lectures, journal clubs, morbidity and mortality (M&M) conferences, and case presentations. These sessions are designed to cover a wide range of dermatological topics and ensure that fellows are well-versed in both common and complex dermatological conditions and evidence-based management practices.

The Dermatology APP Fellowship will expose fellows to a wide range of clinical dermatological conditions to ensure comprehensive training for fellows. Some of the specific conditions include:

  • Acne: Understanding the various types and treatments, including topical and systemic therapies.
  • Psoriasis: Management of chronic plaque psoriasis, guttate psoriasis, and other forms.
  • Eczema: Diagnosis and treatment of atopic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, and other eczematous conditions.
  • Skin Infections: Identification and treatment of bacterial, viral, and fungal skin infections.
  • Skin Cancer: Detection, diagnosis, and management of basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma.
  • Autoimmune Skin Disorders: Conditions such as lupus erythematosus, dermatomyositis, and pemphigus.
  • Hair and Nail Disorders: Including alopecia, onychomycosis, and other related conditions.
  • Pigmentary Disorders: Management of vitiligo, melasma, and other pigmentation issues.
  • Vascular Lesions: Treatment of hemangiomas, port-wine stains, and other vascular anomalies.

In addition to the structured didactic sessions, fellows also have access to various educational resources, including online modules, simulation training, and hands-on workshops. The Dermatology APP Fellowship covers a variety of procedural techniques to ensure that fellows are well-prepared to handle a wide range of dermatological conditions. Some of the key procedural techniques include:

  • Skin Biopsies
  • Cryotherapy
  • Electrosurgery
  • Intralesional Injections
  • Laser Therapy
  • Mohs Micrographic Surgery

These procedural techniques are taught through a combination of didactic education, simulation training, and hands-on practice in clinical settings. This comprehensive approach ensures that fellows are well-equipped with the necessary skills to provide high-quality dermatological care. In addition to diagnosing and treating disorders of the skin, hair, nails and mucous membranes, Wake Forest Baptist dermatologists are active in special areas of clinical care and research.

Rotations

  • Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma Clinic
  • Complex Medical Dermatology Clinic
  • Women’s Health Clinic - most common conditions treated are vulvar diseases (lichen sclerosus, erosive vulvar lichen planus, lichen simplex chronicus, genital psoriasis, irritant and contact dermatitis and vulvodynia).
  • Contact Dermatitis Clinic
  • Pediatric Dermatology Clinic
  • Phototherapy Unit
  • Psoriasis Clinic
  • Cosmetic Dermatology
  • Hair Disorders Clinic - serves patients of all ages who have hair loss or abnormal hair growth. We offer laser hair removal and electrolysis. Patients may take part in studies aimed at determining the causes and treatment of different types of hair loss.
  • Dermatologic and Cutaneous Surgery Unit (Mohs surgery) - devoted to the diagnosis and treatment of complex and advanced skin cancer
  • Hidradenitis Suppurativa Multi-Disciplinary Clinic
  • Rheumatology-Dermatology Clinic
  • Melanoma and Pigmented Lesion Clinic
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