a. Recognize, provide initial management of, and refer appropriately these conditions: 1. Acne, severe and/or cystic 2. Chronic urticaria 3. Congenital skin disorders (ichthyoses, hemangiomas, etc.) 4. Dermatologic findings that suggest serious systemic or genetic disorders 5. Drug reactions (severe) 6. Eczema and/or seborrhea (severe) 7. Onychomycoses 8. Pigmented moles and nevi suspicious for malignancy 9. Psoriasis 10. Ringed eruptions other than those listed above 11. Skin conditions listed above which do not conform to classical patterns or respond to conventional therapy 12. Warts (complicated, plantar, genital, or resistant to topical therapy) b. Recognize, provide initial management of, and rapidly refer the following skin lesions: 1. Associated with malignancy 2. Associated with serious other organ system involvement 3. Rapidly progressive that might lead to permanent scarring

Understand how to diagnose and manage atopic dermatitis.

a. Summarize the cardinal clinical features of atopic dermatitis. b. Describe a variety of presentations, recognize these in patients and/or slides/photos, and describe differential diagnosis. c. Describe management of uncomplicated atopic dermatitis including skin care techniques, steroid use, and costs of treatment. d. List conditions which may complicate atopic dermatitis and discuss appropriate treatment. e. Counsel parents and children regarding etiology, course, and prognosis of atopic dermatitis.

Understand how to diagnose acne and manage mild and moderate cases.

a. Describe the differential diagnosis of acne. b. List factors which contribute to the development and severity of acne. c. Recognize the various clinical features which define mild to severe acne. d. List topical medications which are effective in acne management (e.g. benzoyl peroxide, retinoic acid, topical antibiotics). e. Explain the role and possible side effects of systemic antibiotics in acne management. f. Describe a step-wise approach to the management of acne, including skin care, and topical and systemic medications. g. Identify indications for referral of acne to a dermatologist. h. Counsel patients regarding etiology, course, and prognosis of acne and help them deal with common psychologic ramifications.