January 30, 2024

Enhanced SOCS Find-A-Doctor Feature

Coming Soon—Are You In?

SOCS Fellow and International Fellow Members: As we enjoy high traffic to the SOCS website, with ever-increasing interest from the public to find a skin of color dermatologist in their communities, inclusion in our Find-A-Doctor feature is a great SOCS membership benefit that increases your visibility and makes it easy for people to find you when they visit our website.

Fellow and International Fellow members will receive an email later this week with personalized instructions. You will need to take action on this Find-A-Doctor inclusion request before February 9, 2024. 

Last Chance to Submit Your Challenging Case

for the Symposium Panel!

Submit a challenging case for educational purposes to be discussed by the Challenging Clinical Cases panel at the 20th Annual SOCS Scientific Symposium by February 2, 2024.

Please include the case history, including diagnostic workup performed (including labs and pathology results), past and current management, along with photos. Please do not include patient identifying photos without proper consent.

Inquiries: If you have any questions, please contact Janice Ayarzagoitia.

Continue Your Journey with Us:

Renew Your SOCS Membership Today!

By renewing your membership and paying your 2024 dues today, you ensure uninterrupted access to a myriad of exclusive benefits--from valuable resources to enjoying insights from experts and staying connected with our dynamic community.

Renewing is a simple process – just visit our renewal page on the SOCS website. We have an amazing year ahead and we don’t want you to miss out on this 20th Anniversary year of exciting programs, important initiatives, meaningful connections and all the unique advantages that come with being part of SOCS. 

Act swiftly to seize this opportunity and make 2024 a year filled with enriched experiences within our vibrant skin of color dermatology community.

Contribute Your Photos & Memories

to Our 20th Anniversary Montage!

A fantastic day for SOCS is planned on Thursday, March 7 in San Diego, beginning with an outstanding 20th Annual Skin of Color Society Scientific Symposium, and immediately followed by a fabulous anniversary party, “Celebrating SOCS at 20: Past, Present & Future.”

We would be thrilled to have you represented in the special 20th Anniversary montage that is in development! We are actively seeking any or all of the following:

• Photos of yourself with other SOCS members
• A quote from you about what SOCS has meant to you in your journey
• A meaningful anecdote, story or tribute related to SOCS

If you share a photo or two, please include a brief caption identifying the people pictured, the location/event, and the date (or even just the year). 

We truly hope you can join us in person for our 20th Annual Scientific Symposium and SOCS at 20 Celebration in San Diego on March 7. 

Please contribute to the Celebration Montage by sharing your SOCS photo memories, meaningful moments and a personal message today!

In the World of Skin of Color Dermatology

On a regular basis, people from all over the country and the world reach out to us looking for a board-certified dermatologist in their cities and regions. Hear from SOCS experts who share their insights and tips for finding “Dr. Right,” that just-right physician to meet an individual’s dermatologic needs. This short video features Drs. Susan C. Taylor, Andrew F. Alexis, Valerie M. Harvey, Candrice R. Heath, Janiene Luke, Corey L. Hartman, Shawn Kwatra, and Nkem Ugonabo.

Check us out on social media!