Inclusive Excellence
Mission Statement
The UC Davis Health Department of Dermatology is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates the contributions of faculty, staff and residents from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Diversity includes but is not limited to race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, age, disability, religion and immigration status. Through our clinical care, education and research, we aim to advance health equity and achieve excellence in patient trust, care and outcomes.
Curriculum
- Skin of Color series with Oma Agbai, M.D.
- Journal Clubs (e.g., April 2022 Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology CME: An Update on Cosmetic Procedures in People of Color)
- Grand Rounds (recent topics include transgender health and implicit bias)
- Noon Conferences (e.g., Access to Dermatologic Care in Rural America presented in 2023)
UC Davis Dermatology Visiting Student Scholarship
The UC Davis Dermatology Residency Program offers a Visiting Student Scholarship to support students who require financial assistance to participate in the Dermatology Clerkship Course (DER 460). Each year, our program awards up to two scholarships of $2,000 to help offset travel and/or housing expenses associated with the clerkship. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to cultivating a welcoming and inclusive community within our residency program that values everyone’s unique contributions and strives to improve health outcomes for all patient populations.
Learn more about the UC Davis Dermatology Visiting Student Scholarship »
Community Work and Outreach
Dermatology residents actively participate in community clinics and outreach programs, providing care to underserved populations and engaging with the local community. These activities may include:
- Free Clinics (Paul Hom, Shifa, Clinica Tepati, Knights Landing)
- CalDerm's Firefighter Skin Cancer Screening Program
Resident Involvement
All residents are required to actively participate in initiatives that promote inclusive excellence, fostering a culture of respect, collaboration and equitable engagement within the Department of Dermatology and the broader community.
Helpful Resources
Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education
Mentorship programs for medical students
- American Academy of Dermatology Association — Diversity Mentorship Program
- Skin of Color Society — Mentorship
