Pediatric Dermatology PGY-2
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Pediatric Dermatology Rotation Goals/Objectives for PGY-2
Patient Care
Goal: To provide care for pediatric patients that is caring, sensitive, and effective in optimizing
diagnosis, management, patient education and outcomes.
Objectives:
- Consistently obtain accurate, targeted history and examination for routine conditions
efficiently but may need guidance with subtle or complex findings. PC2 - Usually give a targeted presentation using appropriate terminology and providing pertinent
negatives. PC2 - Usually perform in-office tests (KOH, Tzanck, scabies prep, trichogram) proficiently. PC6
- Consistently select clinically-appropriate laboratory and imaging tests. PC6
. Manages patients with common pediatric dermatologic conditions, with attention to age
veight, and psychosocial considerations, with assistance. PC2 - Consistently use weight-based dosing with guidance when prescribing medications for
children. PC2 - Usually select appropriate medications for common dermatologic disorders. PC8
- Consistently select correct vehicle and quantity for topical medications. PC8
- Consistently prescribe and manage systemic medications for common dermatologic disease.
PC8 - Usually recognize common and serious side effects, but can need direction in ordering
monitoring tests. PC8 - Consistently develop a differential diagnosis that includes common disorders and some more
complex conditions and only occasionally need guidance for prioritization. PC7 - Occasionally counsel patients about prevention, disease expectations, treatment, and
longitudinal care. PC2 and PC8 - Usually be able to formulate appropriate management plans for patients with common
disorders, including longitudinal continuity care. PC8 - Usually suggest appropriate specialist consultations. PC1
- Seek input on medicolegal issues (e.g. prescribing to unaccompanied minors, child abuse,
etc.). PC2
Medical Knowledge
Goal: To acquire knowledge in pediatric dermatology, demonstrate competence in knowledge of
topics specified by the American Board of Dermatology and develop expertise in patient
management.
Objectives:
