Osler Collection

Dermatology

Common skin disease in Africa, eczema & dermatitis, acne, psoriasis, drug rashes, bullous disease and illustrated atlases.

11 resources

This collection offers insights into common skin diseases prevalent in Africa, including eczema, acne, and psoriasis. It is designed for medical students, junior doctors, and healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their understanding of dermatological conditions and their management in the African context.

01Clinical notesDermatology Handbook for Medical Students & Junior DoctorsManchester University Hospitals NHS Trust, Alder Hey Children’s HospitalDermatology· 2020· 79 pagesA handbook for medical students and junior doctors to learn about dermatology, covering essential clinical skills, background knowledge, and common skin conditions. It aims to equip readers with the knowledge and skills to practise competently and safely as a junior doctor.Read: pp. 47–48Start here — derm handbook for juniors
02Clinical notesCommon Skin Diseases in AfricaColette van Hees & Ben NaafsDermatology· 2001· 85 pagesAn illustrated guide offering a quick reference for the diagnosis and management of common skin diseases across Southern, Eastern and Western Africa, with emphasis on conditions seen in Zimbabwean clinics and the impact of HIV infection.Read: INTRODUCTION · p. 5Common skin diseases in Africa
03Clinical reviewsAtlas of Dermatology in Africans 2021Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, NY, USA; 37 Military Hospital, Ghana; Itopeck Clinic, Ghana; Hadassah Health Services, GhanaGeneral Medicine· 2021· 272 pagesThis atlas provides a comprehensive overview of dermatological conditions that are prevalent among populations of African ancestry, detailing their clinical presentations and management strategies.Read: Preface · p. 7Atlas of dermatology in Africans
04Clinical notesABC of DermatologyRoyal Infirmary, EdinburghDermatology· 2003· 149 pagesA comprehensive guide to dermatology, covering various skin conditions, treatments, and procedures. The book includes contributions from multiple experts in the field.Read: 23 Tropical dermatology · p. 118ABC of dermatology
05Clinical notesDermatology: Illustrated Clinical CasesWake Forest University School of MedicineDermatology· 2017· 286 pagesThis book contains information on dermatology, including diagnosis, therapy, and differential diagnosis, presented through illustrated clinical cases.Read: TION 15 · pp. 54–55Illustrated clinical cases
06Clinical notesAndrews' Diseases of the Skin Clinical Dermatology 14th EditionPerelman School of Medicine, University of PennsylvaniaDermatology· 1176 pagesA comprehensive textbook covering a wide range of skin disorders, including genetic conditions, immune dysregulation, and metabolic diseases. It provides detailed information on diagnosis, clinical features, and management.Read: 80 Andrews’ Diseases of the Skin · p. 105Andrews’ Diseases of the Skin
07Lecture slidesBullous and Vesicular DiseasesMulago Hospital Skin/STD UnitDermatology· 2021· 39 pagesA clinical presentation on bullous and vesicular skin diseases, covering the anatomy of the skin, definitions of blisters, and their classification.Read: pp. 29–38Bullous & vesicular disease
08Clinical notesECZEMA AND DERMATITISTutu Edward, Nannungi Sauya, Dr. Irene Andia-BiraroDermatology· 45 pagesThis document provides an overview of eczema and dermatitis, including definitions, clinical presentations, and treatment options.Eczema & dermatitis
09Clinical reviewsDEADLY DRUG RASHES: EARLY RECOGNITION AND MULTIDISCIPLINARY CAREUniversity of Kentucky College of MedicineDermatology· 9 pagesThis document discusses potentially deadly drug rashes, including Stevens-Johnson syndrome and drug-induced vasculitis, emphasizing the importance of early recognition and withdrawal of offending agents.Deadly drug rashes
10Clinical notesACNE VULGARISDebra Sibbald and Cathryn SibbaldDermatology· 6 pagesThis chapter discusses acne vulgaris, a chronic skin condition characterized by comedones and inflammatory lesions. It covers clinical presentation, diagnosis, treatment options, and monitoring therapeutic outcomes.Acne vulgaris
11Clinical notesTOPICAL THERAPIES FOR CHRONIC PLAQUE PSORIASIS IN ADULTSUpToDate, Inc.Dermatology· 2021· 2 pagesThis document provides a detailed overview of various topical therapies for managing chronic plaque psoriasis in adults, including their formulations and application frequencies.Topical psoriasis therapy

Collection updated Sep 2026· Access follows each resource's usual availability.

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