In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Jane Grant-Kels, Founding Chair of the Department of Dermatology at the University of Connecticut, where she established the institution’s first dermatology residency program and dermatopathology laboratory. She shares her path from Cornell Medical College to academic dermatology, her experiences building a department from the ground up, and the leadership lessons she learned along the way.

Dr. Grant-Kels discusses her interests in dermoscopy, confocal microscopy, and melanoma, highlighting the evolving role of imaging technologies in diagnosis and patient care. She also reflects on ethical challenges in dermatology and offers practical advice for medical students. This episode provides insight into academic leadership, technological innovation, and ethics in modern dermatology. We hope you enjoy!

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Website: UConn Dermatology Residency

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