International Traveling Mentorship Program

Established through the Lawrence Field, MD, International Dermatologic Surgery Education Exchange Fund in 2010, this program enhances the exchange of information and body of knowledge of dermatologic surgery between the U.S. and international community of dermatologic surgeons. ASDS assists dermatologic surgeons to visit a host institution in another country – or host a dermatologic surgeon from another country – for a defined period of teaching, surgical demonstration and table-side exchange.

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Impact & Goals

Impact

  • Provide, as a Mentor, dermatologic surgery education that will leave a lasting effect.
  • Provide, as a Host, the opportunity for unparalleled learning through other programs.
  • Strengthen the specialty of dermatologic surgery around the globe.
  • Develop long-lasting international relationships.

Goals

  • Enhance and complement the surgical skills of dermatologists in various surgical procedures.
  • Provide a venue for dermatologic surgeons to expand their skills and exchange knowledge with international counterparts in a particular technique or surgical procedure.
  • Provide dermatologic surgeons the opportunity to raise the international level of dermatologic surgery through mentoring and hosting.