Examining Diversity in Dermatology Residency Applicants

As the 2023-2024 match cycle begins, we wish to examine the diversity and representation in dermatology. Dermatology is the second-least diverse specialty, with only 4.2% and 3% of practicing dermatologists being of Hispanic and African-American origin, respectively.1 Physicians who are underrepresented in medicine (URiM) are more likely to care for underserved racial populations.2 The lack of racially diverse physicians in dermatology may be a contributing factor for the myriad of dermatologic-related health disparities patients of color face including later diagnoses, lower quality of life, and worse outcomes across diseases.
Source: Clinics in Dermatology - Category: Dermatology Authors: Tags: Correspondence Source Type: research