Yale Department of Dermatology

Announcing the launch of our Spring 2026 Annual Report! Head to our website and download the complete, inaugural report to discover the latest updates in clinical care, research, education, and so much more from Yale Dermatology!

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Department of Dermatology Spring 2026 Annual Report Introducing Yale School of Medicine Department of Dermatology's Spring 2026 Annual Report! This inaugural edition features the latest updates in patient care,

APPLY BY MAY 30 for the Women's Dermatologic Society (WDS) & Yale Dermatology Research Fellowship! This fellowship offers opportunities for guided research, mentorship, and professional development, and is open to all medical students ("fifth year") and MD graduates (postdoctoral). We encourage candidates to visit our website for program details, eligibility, and to apply!

https://medicine.yale.edu/dermatology/education/fellowships/womens-dermatologic-society-wds-and-yale-dermatology-research-fellowship/

It’s Skin Cancer Awareness Month.

Melanomas are the deadliest form of skin cancer, but all types of skin cancer are on the rise.

It’s important to check your skin for new growths at least once a month and contact your doctor about anything that changes in color or size.

Learn more about reducing your risk here: https://bit.ly/4aQne6C

On , it’s time to think about your skin! Have you had your skin checked recently by your physician or dermatologist? Join us this Thursday from 4-6pm at Smilow Cancer Hospital at Trumbull’s Park Avenue Medical Center for a free skin cancer screening. It only takes a few minutes and it could save your life. Call 888-357-2396 to schedule an appointment!

The American Academy of Dermatology first launched Melanoma Monday on the first Monday in May 1995 as a national awareness effort to promote education and prevention of melanoma, the most serious type of skin cancer. In 2026, it's estimated that nearly 112,000 melanomas will be diagnosed and more than 8,510 people will die of melanoma.

The American Society of Dermatopathology has recognized Professor of Dermatology and Pathology Christine Ko, MD, with the Walter R. Nickel Award in honor of her exceptional achievements in teaching dermatopathology!

The process of inflammation is an important bodily response to illness or injury, but how exactly does it work, and how does it show up on the skin?

Along with other experts, Akiko Iwasaki, PhD, Sterling Professor of Immunobiology and professor of dermatology and of molecular, cellular, and developmental biology, details the different kinds of inflammation and their symptoms, as well as treatments that reduce symptoms and improve health.

What Is Inflammation and How Can It Affect Your Health? It’s the body’s normal response to infection or injury — but chronic inflammation can lead to health issues. Here’s where inflammation can go wrong and tips for preventing it.

Associate Professor of Dermatology Sara Perkins, MD, and other experts report a correlation between common GLP-1 medications and hair loss. Learn more about why this side effect may occur and how you can take action.

Yes, You May Lose Hair on a GLP-1 Medication—Here’s Why This alarming side effect is pretty common, but the shedding won’t last forever, experts say.

In this week's Staff Spotlight, we are featuring Associate Director of Clinical Operations Ilsa Otero. In this role, she is committed to optimizing operations within our clinical practices, thereby facilitating the work of providers and staff and enhancing access to care.

Staff Spotlight: Ilsa Otero A staff spotlight Q&A with Ilsa Otero, associate director of clinical operations for the Department of Dermatology.