Welcome to the inaugural episode of "Stories of Our Skin," a podcast series by the GLODERM Trainee Committee, supported by CeraVe Care For All. Join hosts Dr Sidra Khan and Dr Aakaash Varma as they explore the impact of global health issues in dermatology.

In this episode, they are joined by Dr Toby Maurer, an expert in HIV dermatology and infectious diseases, to discuss the role of teledermatology and the importance of health equity in dermatology. Dr Maurer shares her journey, insights, and the challenges and successes in implementing health technology to improve global skin health.​

Key Highlights​

• Introduction to the Podcast: Sidra and Aakaash introduce the podcast series and its objectives.​
• Guest Background: Dr Toby Maurer's extensive experience in dermatology, focusing on HIV and infectious diseases.​
• Journey into Dermatology: Dr Maurer's path from family medicine to dermatology during the height of the HIV epidemic.​
• Global Health Impact: Discussion on the significance of global health in dermatology and the challenges faced.​
• Teledermatology: Insights into the benefits and challenges of implementing teledermatology, with a real-life example from Zambia.​
• Future Trends: Dr Maurer's vision for the future of global health dermatology and the role of social justice.​
• Audience Engagement: Call to action for listeners to join the conversation on X (formerly Twitter).​

Stay tuned for more episodes where we dive deeper into critical issues and advancements in dermatology, bringing expert perspectives and real stories to light. Remember to follow us on social media @glodermalliance, share your thoughts, and be part of the conversation on global skin health. Thank you for listening!

Welcome to the pilot episode of "Stories of Our Skin," a podcast series by the GLODERM Trainee Committee, supported by CeraVe Care For All. Join hosts Sidra Khan and Aakaash Varma as they introduce the podcast, share their journey in dermatology, and discuss the vision behind the GLODERM Trainee Committee. This episode explores the inception of the podcast, the importance of global dermatology education, and the exciting topics that will be covered in future episodes.

Key Highlights

• Introduction to the Podcast: Sidra and Aakaash introduce the podcast series and its objectives.
• Host Backgrounds: Overview of Sidra Khan’s and Aakaash Varma’s journey in dermatology.
• Inception of GLODERM Trainee Committee: The story behind the formation of the committee and its goals.
• Impact of COVID-19: How the pandemic accelerated the need for digital education in dermatology.
• Purpose of the Podcast: The vision for the podcast and the topics it will cover.
• Future Episodes Preview: A sneak peek into upcoming episodes on climate change, stigma of skin disease, and more.
• Audience Engagement: Call to action for listeners to join the conversation on Twitter and other platforms.

Stay tuned for more episodes where we dive deeper into critical issues and advancements in dermatology, bringing expert perspectives and real stories to light. Remember to follow us on social media @glodermalliance, share your thoughts, and be part of the conversation on global skin health. Thank you for listening!