The remaining conferences are clinical or basic science lectures given by residents, faculty or outside speakers. Every other Wednesday afternoon is devoted to Dermatology Grand Rounds. Interesting cases from the University and dermatology community are presented. Twenty-five members of the local dermatology community are active participants in these sessions and teach in two clinics a week. Once a month the combined Buffalo-Rochester Dermatology Society meets, rotating between both cities and allowing residents to see patients from several institutions.
Residents also spend time signing out slides on a daily basis.
Formal hospital walk rounds are held weekly with Dr. Goldsmith. The residents attend and present cases at the American Academy of Dermatology meeting in December as well as selected clinical meetings during the year. Residents are strongly encouraged to publish interesting cases, and most are first author or co-author on dermatology publications by the end of their residency. We currently have active clinical research projects on Darier's Disease, psoriasis, acne, alopecia, herpes zoster, and the characterization of bullous skin disorders. These projects provide experience for residents in understanding new drugs and techniques in caring for skin disorders.