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In Episode 5 of Cutaneous Miscellaneous, our host Nicholas Brownstone, MD, talks with Dawn L. Sammons, DO, Program Director at Ohio Health Dermatology Residency. 

The episode begins with board review prep on hair loss. The following disorders are discussed: androgenetic alopecia, alopecia areata, CCCA, and lichen planopilaris.  

The remainder of the episode discusses how to learn and teach as a dermatology resident effectively. For junior dermatology residents, Dr. Sammons gives tips on absorbing the vast amount of information required when starting a dermatology residency. She specifically discusses successful learning methods and how to best integrate academic knowledge with clinical skills. For senior residents, Dr. Brownstone asks Dr. Sammons how they can best teach and mentor junior dermatology residents and medical students and how to give effective feedback. The episode ends with a few pointers on teaching patients about their diagnoses. 

The learning and teaching tips offered in this episode are useful for all 3 years of dermatology residency and beyond!