In episode 18, our first episode of Season 2 of Derms and Conditions, our host James Q. Del Rosso, DO speaks with Jason Hawkes, MD, MS, FAAD, who is an Associate Professor of Dermatology at the University of California, Davis. Dr. Hawkes discusses his unique background and he offers advice to early career and resident dermatologists regarding building a successful career. Dr. Hawkes stresses that his basic science and clinical trials background has made him a better clinician. The episode ends with discussion of a difficult dermatology case and Dr. Hawkes highlights the importance of interdisciplinary care.