AAD Licensing program content offerings

If your audience would like to stay on the cutting-edge of dermatology, or is looking to expand their knowledge in the field, look no further. AAD’s clinical education content is perfect for educating and training physicians as well as new clinical staff.

Question of the Week

The AAD’s most widely used tool for self-assessment in the field of dermatology. Find an archive of quiz questions on the AAD Online Learning Center. Once you are on the home page of the Online Learning Center, search for “Question of the Week” to access the archive (AAD website login required).

AAD Master Class

AAD Masterclass is a focused and comprehensive program which intends to give participants a holistic overview and updates of a given indication. The curriculum is developed by combining targeted content from AAD resources and is broken into two sessions; Basic and Advanced:

• Basic: The aim is to help the learners develop a clinical and practical approach to assessment, evaluation and initial management of Psoriasis, Atopic Dermatology, and Acne.

• Advanced Masterclass in Psoriasis intends to apprise dermatologists on recent advances in the treatments and the management of Psoriasis, Atopic Dermatology, and Acne.

Basic Dermatology Curriculum

The AAD, through the efforts of a group of dermatology educators, has created an online medical student core curriculum, a series of online modules and videos that encompass the core principles of dermatology that all physicians should know.

These online modules were designed to meet the needs of all dermatology learners, including those engaged in a clerkship as well as those studying independently.

Courses are designed primarily for medical students, but may be appropriate as a reference for physicians who are not dermatologists. Explore the AAD Basic Dermatology Curriculum (AAD website login required).

Board Prep Plus

A question-and-answer bank designed to prepare dermatology residents for the American Board of Dermatology (ABD) Certification. Contains more than 1,200 multiple choice questions. Topics cover general, surgical, pediatric, dermatopathology, and basic science to provide a robust studying experience. Explore Board Prep Plus (AAD website login required).

Dialogues in Dermatology

Dialogues in Dermatology podcasts are a resource to keep up with the latest in dermatology where experts discuss clinical treatments and practice trends.

Includes:

• Quick and convenient interview segments with topic-specific experts.

• New podcasts released weekly, plus a library of archived content.

• Online quizzes to test knowledge.

View a list of topics for Dialogues in Dermatology.

Dermatology World Insights and Inquiries

The mission of DW Insights & Inquiries is to improve the practice of dermatology, while being stimulating, practical, thought-provoking, and enlightening by offering critical perspectives on current dermatologic literature meant to be used in the clinic today and in the future. Learn more about the editorial board. To explore this offering, visit DW Insights & Inquiries.

Essentials of Pediatric Dermatology

This activity includes 7 self-paced, online modules covering the essential areas of pediatric dermatology including: Autoimmune and Connective Tissue Disease; Pigmented Lesions, Lumps and Bumps; Pediatric Inflammatory Diseases of the Skin; Inherited and Acquired Bullous Diseases; Pearls and Key Concepts in Vascular Anomalies; Childhood Exanthems; Generic Skin Disorders. Licensees will select up to 5 modules per agreement from the existing published AAD modules. Explore Essentials in Pediatric Dermatology (AAD website login required).

Digital Courses Based on AAD Guidelines

Explore the American Academy of Dermatology’s digital courses based on Clinical Guidelines. Designed by leading dermatology professionals, these courses provide essential knowledge and practical guidance, keeping dermatologists updated on the latest treatments with flexibility and convenience.

Featured courses include:

• Comorbidities Associated with Atopic Dermatitis in Adult Patients: AAD Guidelines and Care Improvement Strategies

• Guidelines of Care for the Management of Actinic Keratosis

• Guidelines of Care for the Management and Treatment of Pediatric Psoriasis

Additional resources for AAD clinical content

Annual Meeting Recordings

The AAD is pleased to offer the opportunity to license content from the AAD Annual Meeting Clinical Sessions.

Content includes presentations by AAD Board Certified Dermatologists on latest topics in Dermatology including Psorasis, Atopic Dermatology, Acne, Vitiligo, Nail Fungus, and a many more!

• Select portions or sessions with AAD approval — limitations apply.

• License posters

Contact AAD licensing team for additional information regarding available sessions.

Genital Skin Exam

The American Academy of Dermatology’s CME on Genital Skin Exams addresses key professional practice gaps and educational needs in dermatology. This course enables learners to:

• Identify and use appropriate, sensitive terminology/language during genital exams and patient discussions.

• Practice conducting a thorough genital exam in an organized, standardized manner.

• Identify and describe normal genital anatomy and variations across age and racial groups.

• Distinguish various disease processes affecting the genitalia in children and adults.

Hands-On at Home: Asynchronous Suture Skills

Expand advanced suture skills training by allowing physicians to practice suture skills remotely. While this concept includes instruction, this new and novel approach allows learners to participate in their own professional setting.

Learners can acquire skills training in their own professional setting and at their own pace while by remotely accessing Asynchronous Sutures Training on-line module. Suture faux skin pad can be included. Access Hands-On at Home to learn more.

New educational products coming soon

Explore the American Academy of Dermatology’s new educational products:

• Molecular Testing and Diagnostic Imaging Courses: Master advanced techniques in molecular testing and imaging.

  • Expanding Molecular Toolbox for Skin Cancer Diagnosis

  • Advanced Imaging for Skin Cancer and Reducing Biopsies

• Clinical Trials: Insights into designing and conducting dermatology trials.

• Wound Care: Advanced treatments and strategies for wound management.

Journals

Select content from the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology (JAAD).

The JAAD is a monthly peer-reviewed medical journal covering dermatology since 1979. As the specialty’s leading journal, JAAD features original, peer-reviewed articles emphasizing:

• Clinical, investigative, and population-based studies

• Health care delivery and quality of care research

• High quality, cost effective, and innovative treatments

• New diagnostic techniques, and

• Other topics related to the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders of the skin, hair, and nails

Use of content is limited and approved on a case-by-case basis.

JAAD also has two open access companion titles:

• JAAD Case Reports

• JAAD International (AAD website login required)