Dermatology for the Hospitalist

Bedside patterns tell the story. In this case-driven, on‑demand update for hospitalists, you will apply a systematic, exam‑first approach to rashes and lesions; develop the skill to identify likely culprit drugs in suspected eruptions; discuss dangerous, common, and do‑not‑miss presentations; and understand red‑flag features that demand dermatology consultation—sharpening decisions and speed at the point of care.

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Availability

On-Demand

Expires on Apr 30, 2027

Cost

Member: $0.00

Non-Member: $55.00

Credit Offered

0.75 CME Credit

0.75 ABIM-MOC Point

0.75 Participation Credit

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Learning Objectives
After completing this activity, learners should be able to:

Apply a systematic approach to dermatologic disease using the physical exam.
Develop skills for identifying most likely culprit drugs in patients who have a suspected drug eruption.
Understand red flag symptoms and concerning features that warrant a dermatology consultation.

Faculty

Steven Chen

Faculty Disclosures
The individuals in control of content for this activity have no relevant relationships with ACCME-defined ineligible companies to disclose unless listed here. Any relevant relationships were mitigated prior to the start of this activity.

Accreditation Statement
The Society of Hospital Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

CME Credit Statement
The Society of Hospital Medicine designates this enduring material for a maximum of 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)^TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

MOC Credit Statement
Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the participant to earn up to 0.75 MOC points in the American Board of Internal Medicine's (ABIM) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. Participants will earn MOC points equivalent to the amount of CME credits claimed for the activity. It is the CME activity provider's responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABIM MOC credit.

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