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Session Information
FOC U066
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Immigrant and Refugee Care in Dermatology
Subject:
Date:
Monday, March 04
CME Credits:
1.50
Location:
Room B212/213
Time:
7:15 AM - 8:45 AM
Director:
Casey Anderson Carlos, MD, PhD, FAAD
Learning Objectives:
Following this course, the attendee should be able to:
- Identify common dermatological and co-morbid conditions in the immigrant and refugee communities
- Recognize legal and societal issues that may be barriers to dermatological care in these populations
- Discuss ways to become involved in immigrant/refugee care in your community
Description:
This session is intended for the practitioner looking to improve the
care of their refugee/immigrant patients or become involved in the
care of these patients. Common dermatologic conditions, based on
regions of origin, will be reviewed. Co-morbid conditions, including
chronic hepatitis B, tuberculosis, and HIV, that have significant implications for
planning therapy will be highlighted. We will explore legal and societal barriers to dermatologic care for these populations and ways to improve care for these patients in your local community.