Here you can access all the needed information on how to get involved as a dermatologist.
Access the Dermatology Timeline tab to get info on the first steps in your dermatology journey as well as the information you may need along the way.
Click on How to Obtain a Position in a Dermatology Residency Program to learn more on the residency process.
Gain access to the Skin of Color Dermatology Textbooks to learn about specialized dermatology focused on skin of color.
Sachdev M, Khunger N., Essentials for Aesthetic Dermatology in Ethnic Skin: Practice and Procedure.Taylor and Francis. CRC press; 2023.
Taylor, Susan C. and Elbuluk, Nada M., Taylor & Elbuluk’s Atlas and Synopsis for Skin of ColorAtlas and Synopsis for Skin of Color (2023) | McGraw-Hill/Medical.
Eleryan, Misty, Friedman, Adam (2023). The Full Spectrum of Dermatology: A Diverse and Inclusive Atlas Digital Edition | Sanovaworks.
Donkor, Claudia, Aryee-Boi, Je
Mukwende M, Tamonv P, Turner M (2020). Mind the Gap: a handbook of clinical signs on black and brown skin. London: St Georges, University of London.
Lenzy Y (2018). Getting to the Root Book: A Dermatologist and Cosmetologist’s Guide to Understanding HAIR! Massachusetts: Kingdom Root Publishing.
McMichael A, Hordinsky M (2018). Hair and Scalp Disorders: Medical, Surgical, and Cosmetic Treatments, Second Edition / Edition 2. Florida: Taylor & Francis.
Aguh C, Okoye G (2016). Fundamentals of Ethnic Hair. New York: Springer.
Love PB, Kundu RV (2016). Clinical Cases in Skin of Color: Medical, Oncological and Hair Disorders, and Cosmetic Dermatology (Clinical Cases in Dermatology). New York: Springer.
Kelly AP, Taylor SC, Lim HC, Serrano AMA (2015). Taylor and Kelly’s Dermatology for Skin of Color, 2nd edition. New York: McGraw-Hill Medical.
Love PB, Kundu RV. (2015) Clinical Cases in Skin of Color: Adnexal, Inflammation, Infections, and Pigmentary Disorders (Clinical Cases in Dermatology). New York: Springer.
Silverberg N, Durán-McKinster C, Kwang Tay Y (2015). Pediatric Skin of Color. New York: Springer.
Alexis A, Barbosa VH (2014). Skin of Color: A Practical Guide to Dermatologic Diagnosis and Treatment. New York: Springer.
Jablonski NG (2014). Living Color: The Biological and Social Meaning of Skin Color, Reprint edition. California: University of California Press.
Jackson-Richards D, Pandya AG (2014) Dermatology Atlas for Skin of Color. New York: Springer.
Khumalo NP, Thiers BH (2014). African Skin and Hair Disorders, An Issue of Dermatologic Clinics. Amsterdam: Elsevier.
Dadzie OE, Petit A, Alexis AF (2013). Ethnic Dermatology: Principles and Practice. New Jersey: Wiley-Blackwell.
Schaller KF (2013). Colour Atlas of Tropical Dermatology and Venerology. New York: Springer.
Kinai M (2012). Dark Skin Dermatology Color Atlas: Clinical Dermatology. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform.
Lugo-Somolinos A, McKinley-Grant L, Goldsmith LA et al. (2011). VisualDx: Essential Dermatology in Pigmented Skin. Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins.
Tay YK, Chan YC (2011). Textbook Of Laser And Light Dermatology In The Asian Skin. Singapore: World Scientific Publishing.
Taylor SC, Badreshia-Bansal S, Callender VD, Gathers RC, Rodriguez DA (2011). Treatments for Skin of Color. Philadelphia: Saunders Elsevier.
Alam M, Bhatia AC, Kundu RV, Yoo SS, Chan HHL (2009). Cosmetic Dermatology for Skin of Color. New York: McGraw-Hill Medical.
Carniol PJ, Monheit GD (2009). Aesthetic Rejuvenation Challenges and Solutions: A World Perspective (Series in Cosmetic and Laser Therapy). Florida: CRC Press.
Kelly AP, Taylor SC (2009). Dermatology for skin of color. New York: McGraw-Hill Medical.
Archer CB (2008). Ethnic Dermatology: Clinical Problems and Skin Pigmentation, 2nd edition. Florida: CRC Press.
Berardesca E, Leveque JL, Maibach HI (2006). Ethnic Skin and Hair (Dermatology: Clinical & Basic Science). Florida: CRC Press.
Connolly C, Bikowski J (2006). Dermatological Atlas of Black Skin. Florida: Merit Publishing International.
Grimes PE (2006). Aesthetics and Cosmetic Surgery for Darker Skin Types. Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Halder RM (2005). Dermatology and Dermatological Therapy of Pigmented Skins. Florida: CRC Press.
Leok GC, Hon CS, Ket SN (2004). The Asian Skin: A Reference Color Atlas of Dermatology. New York: McGraw-Hill Medical Publishing.
Leppard B (2002). An Atlas of African Dermatology. Buckinghamshire: Radcliffe Publishing Ltd.
Johnson BL, Moy RL (1998). Ethnic Skin: Medical and Surgical. Missouri: Mosby.
Archer CB, Robertson SJ (1995). Black and White Skin Diseases: An Atlas and Text. New Jersey: Wiley-Blackwell.
Montagna W, Prota G, Kennedy JA (1993). Black Skin: Structure and Function. Massachusetts: Academic Press Inc.
Basset A, Liautaud B, Ndiaye B, Basset A, Pembroke A (1986). Dermatology of Black Skin. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
Laudie T (1983). Dermatological Disorders in Black Children and Adolescents. Amsterdam: Elsevier Science Ltd.
Rosen T, Martin S (1981). Atlas of Black Dermatology. New York: Time Warner Books.
SOCS Mission: To promote awareness of and excellence within skin of color dermatology through research, education, mentorship and advocacy. We are committed to increasing diversity and inclusion in the field of dermatology to advance patient care.
Advocacy is the last part of SOCS Mission and is the area in which the most growth and improvement can be made.
Some current advocacy initiatives include:
More information coming soon.
The SOCS Scientific Symposium is an annual meeting where SOCS members, committees and industry come together to report on their activity over the past year. Learn about the latest new initiatives, research, and studies in the field of skin of color dermatology.
The SOCS President’s Book Club is an educational program seeks to enrich the education of dermatology trainees by facilitating free access to seminal scientific/medical literature recommended by the SOCS President.
SOCS members who have authored, co-authored, edited or co-edited a significant work in the field of dermatology related to skin of color are encouraged to apply for their publication to be considered in the inaugural offering of the President’s Book Club.
The SOCS Educational Showcase contains the most current and relevent, video content from some of SOCS best experts. Here you can learn about specific dermatologic conditions, as well as hear insights from dermatology experts on why skin of color dermatology is one of the most relevent fields in acheiving health equity. This showcase will changing from time to time so make sure to check in periodically for the latest and greatest in SOCS videos!
Browse our dermatology education article and video library to learn more about skin diseases which impact patients with skin of color.
We are pleased to offer a wide variety of patient educational resources, now available in English and Spanish translations! Thanks to expert contributions from many SOCS members, the Patient Dermatology Education section of the site features informative articles to help patients of color better understand some of the most common dermatologic conditions.
October 24 is national My Best Winter Skin (MBWS) Day! This unique holiday marks the beginning of a season of giving, education and volunteerism for SOCS members. In the coming months at numerous events around the nation, SOCS members and advocates will distribute dermatologist-developed educational material and donated product samples to raise awareness about optimal winter skin care and generate donations to the SOCS Foundation. Donations will help support innovative research in skin of color dermatology.
SOCS members are required to renew their membership annually.
The 2025 membership renewal portal is now open!
Please click the button below to be taken to the new members only portal where you can renew your membership, and gain access to the many benefits offered through your SOCS membership.