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Job titles: Pediatric/ General Dermatologist
Organization: University of New Mexico School of Medicine
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Job titles: Assistant Professor General Dermatologist/Mohs Surgeon
Organization: University of New Mexico Dermatology Department
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Topic: Skin of Color Provider Survey
Study Objective: We are conducting a survey study to understand the practice styles, strengths, and challenges of dermatologists who specialize in skin of color. Any dermatologist who self-identifies as a provider specializing in skin of color is invited to take this survey. We welcome you to share this with other providers who may be interested.
Contact: Stella Chen, MD
Survey Link: Click here!
Topic: Cosmetic Medical Procedures
Study Objective: Determine the utilization of laser and cosmetic procedures for various dermatologic conditions
Contact: Alex Richmond
Survey Link: Click here!
Topic: Assessment of cosmetic education in skin of color for dermatology residents
Study Objective: The goal of this study is to better understand resident training of cosmetics in skin of color. This will be done by assessing the confidence of third year dermatology residents in their preparedness to practice cosmetic dermatology for patients of color.
Contact: Dr. Hye Jin Chung at
Survey Link: Click here!
Topic: Measuring the Burden of Post-Inflammatory Pigmentary Alteration – A Survey Study of Dermatologists
Study Objective: Identify how best to measure the burden or severity of post-inflammatory pigmentary alteration from the dermatologist perspective
Contact: Penn Medicine Dermatology
Survey Link: Click here!
Topic: Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) Research
Study Objective: We are conducting a clinical study to evaluate a potential new treatment for HS
Contact: ACELYRIN, INC.
Topic: Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra Provider Survey
Study Objective: Determine the most commonly used treatments for Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra, their effectiveness, and potential side effects from professionals who treat DPN
Contact: James L. Winkle College of Pharmacy, University of Cincinnati, Marty O. Visscher, PhD,
Survey Link: Click here!
Topic: Artificial Intelligence and Patient Education
Study Objective: To identify the most common dermatologic questions posed by patients with skin of color by utilizing an anonymous online survey posted to the Skin of Color Societies (SOCS) website
Contact: University of Missouri, Department of Dermatology, Isaac Weber,
Survey Link: Click Here!
The Human Tissues and Organs Research Resource (HTORR) provides the biomedical research community with human tissues for research. The 2-year award provided through our Pilot Award Program will include up to ~10 biological samples per awarded investigator, covering all costs associated with obtaining the biospecimens, including tissue preservation reagents and shipping costs.
To learn more, please visit the National Disease Research Interchange Pilot Award Program website or the NIAMS HTORR webpage
Explore NIH’s Grants & Funding search page (from the Office of Extramural Research) to find up-to-date information about NIH funding, including all NIAMS-related programs and opportunities.
Please visit: https://www.niams.nih.gov/grants-funding/funding-opportunities to learn more
A dermatologist (dur-meh-tol-uh-jist) is a doctor who specializes in treating the:
SOCS members are Dermatologists who diagnose and treat all patients, but have an awareness about different skin diseases which effect patients with health issues related to skin of color.
Browse our dermatology education article and video libraries to learn more about skin diseases which impact patients with skin of color.
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Print SOCS patient education QR code graphic and display it in your office waiting room. 
Since the Skin of Color Society (SOCS) was founded in 2004 by Dr. Susan Taylor, SOCS leaders and members have been working passionately toward advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within the field of dermatology and healthcare, in communities around the world, and society as a whole.
This vitally important work lies at the heart of the SOCS mission and all of our programs and initiatives. As expressed in our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion statement, “It is our deepest hope that the work of our organization helps to change the landscape for people of color and have a positive impact on society as a whole, benefiting all.”
In recent times, new and improved DEI programs have been cropping up all over the US and the world at a phenomenal rate, inspired and fueled by many societal factors—including a widened awakening about the “public health crisis of systemic racism,” a reality that was addressed in a powerful editorial written by SOCS leadership and published in The Dermatologist Magazine in June 2020.
The explosive growth of DEI programs is a benchmark of progress in the right direction to achieve equality, dignity, and respect for all humanity—regardless of race, ethnicity, skin tone, religion, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, and/or level of ability.
The ongoing practice of living by the tenets and values of diversity, equity and inclusion takes self-awareness, honesty, insight, understanding, empathy, humility, compassion, and commitment with every individual and collective step.
Read the SOCS Statement of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in its entirety here.
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As an international society of physicians dedicated to advancing skin of color dermatology to achieve health equity and excellence in patient care for all, we are committed to increased diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within the field of dermatology and the house of medicine. We encourage, support and provide resources (such as educational, mentorship and networking programs) to foster diversity, equity, and inclusion in our members’ dermatology practices, academic institutions, and communities.
As an organization, we take the broadest possible view of diversity, equity, and inclusion; we do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, skin tone, religion, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, and/or level of ability. It is our deepest hope that the work of our organization helps to change the landscape for people of color and have a positive impact on society as a whole, benefiting all.
The Skin of Color Society strongly denounces prejudice, discrimination and violence in all of its forms, directed at any and all individuals and groups.
