Make a roaster for my derma academics of 1hr teaching on every monday example starting from one drug(relevant in derm) a day, followed by instruments one by one
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Schedule: Every Monday, 1 hour
Start date: Monday, 7 September 2026
Format:
Start date: Monday, 7 September 2026
Format:
- First 30 min: One dermatology drug or drug group
- Next 30 min: One instrument, its indications, handling, precautions, and demonstration where possible
| Week | Date | Drug topic | Instrument topic |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7 Sep | Topical corticosteroids: potency, vehicle selection, adverse effects | Dermatoscope: basic parts, polarized vs non-polarized examination |
| 2 | 14 Sep | Topical retinoids: tretinoin, adapalene, tazarotene | Wood’s lamp: uses in pigmentary disorders and infections |
| 3 | 21 Sep | Benzoyl peroxide and topical antibiotics in acne | Comedone extractor: technique, sterilization, complications |
| 4 | 28 Sep | Oral antibiotics in acne and rosacea: doxycycline, minocycline | KOH mount setup: slide, coverslip, KOH, and microscopy basics |
| 5 | 5 Oct | Oral isotretinoin: indications, monitoring, adverse effects, pregnancy prevention | Skin biopsy punch: sizes, site selection, technique |
| 6 | 12 Oct | Antifungals: topical and systemic azoles, terbinafine, griseofulvin | Scalpel blade and biopsy instruments: shave and excision biopsy basics |
| 7 | 19 Oct | Antihistamines: first- vs second-generation agents, urticaria use | Curette: use in molluscum, seborrheic keratosis, and superficial lesions |
| 8 | 26 Oct | Antivirals: acyclovir, valacyclovir, famciclovir | Cryotherapy gun: liquid nitrogen principles, freeze-thaw cycle |
| 9 | 2 Nov | Antiscabetic and pediculicide drugs: permethrin, ivermectin | Electrocautery unit: indications, safety, and common settings |
| 10 | 9 Nov | Drugs for psoriasis: topical therapy, methotrexate, cyclosporine, apremilast | Radiofrequency/electrosurgery unit: basic applications and precautions |
| 11 | 16 Nov | Immunomodulators: tacrolimus, pimecrolimus, systemic corticosteroids | Nail instruments: nail cutter, elevator, splitter, and avulsion set |
| 12 | 23 Nov | Drugs for pigmentary disorders: hydroquinone, azelaic acid, tranexamic acid | Intralesional injection setup: insulin syringe, triamcinolone preparation, technique |
Suggested structure for each 1-hour class
- 5 min: Quick recap of the previous session
- 20 min: Drug profile: indications, dose/formulation, contraindications, adverse effects
- 5 min: Case-based questions
- 20 min: Instrument identification and demonstration
- 10 min: Practical pearls, sterilization, safety, and viva questions
After Week 12, continue with biologics, antifungal resistance, leprosy drugs, immunosuppressants, and dermatosurgical instruments such as a skin graft knife, cautery tips, lasers, and phototherapy devices.
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12-Month Dermatology Academic Roster
Schedule: Every Monday, 1 hour
Period: 7 September 2026 to 30 August 2027
Suggested division: 30 minutes drug discussion, 25 minutes instrument demonstration, 5 minutes viva/recap.
Period: 7 September 2026 to 30 August 2027
Suggested division: 30 minutes drug discussion, 25 minutes instrument demonstration, 5 minutes viva/recap.
Each session focuses on one drug and one dermatology instrument or procedural setup.
September 2026
| Week | Date | Drug of the day | Instrument / setup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7 Sep | Hydrocortisone | Dermatoscope |
| 2 | 14 Sep | Mometasone furoate | Wood's lamp |
| 3 | 21 Sep | Clobetasol propionate | Comedone extractor |
| 4 | 28 Sep | Tacrolimus | KOH mount slide preparation |
October 2026
| Week | Date | Drug of the day | Instrument / setup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 5 Oct | Pimecrolimus | Light microscope for KOH examination |
| 6 | 12 Oct | Calcipotriol | Punch biopsy instrument |
| 7 | 19 Oct | Tazarotene | Disposable scalpel and blade holder |
| 8 | 26 Oct | Tretinoin | Shave biopsy blade |
November 2026
| Week | Date | Drug of the day | Instrument / setup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 2 Nov | Adapalene | Tissue forceps |
| 10 | 9 Nov | Benzoyl peroxide | Adson toothed forceps |
| 11 | 16 Nov | Clindamycin topical | Needle holder |
| 12 | 23 Nov | Doxycycline | Surgical scissors: straight and curved |
| 13 | 30 Nov | Isotretinoin | Skin hooks |
December 2026
| Week | Date | Drug of the day | Instrument / setup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 7 Dec | Azithromycin | Curette |
| 15 | 14 Dec | Terbinafine | Cryotherapy gun |
| 16 | 21 Dec | Itraconazole | Liquid-nitrogen cryocan |
| 17 | 28 Dec | Fluconazole | Cotton-tipped applicator for cryotherapy |
January 2027
| Week | Date | Drug of the day | Instrument / setup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | 4 Jan | Griseofulvin | Electrocautery unit |
| 19 | 11 Jan | Ketoconazole | Electrocautery tips and electrodes |
| 20 | 18 Jan | Permethrin | Radiofrequency surgery unit |
| 21 | 25 Jan | Ivermectin | Radiofrequency electrode types |
February 2027
| Week | Date | Drug of the day | Instrument / setup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 | 1 Feb | Malathion | Local anaesthetic syringe and needle |
| 23 | 8 Feb | Acyclovir | Insulin syringe for intralesional therapy |
| 24 | 15 Feb | Valacyclovir | Intralesional triamcinolone preparation |
| 25 | 22 Feb | Podophyllotoxin | Intralesional bleomycin preparation |
March 2027
| Week | Date | Drug of the day | Instrument / setup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | 1 Mar | Imiquimod | Nail cutter and nail nipper |
| 27 | 8 Mar | 5-Fluorouracil | Nail elevator |
| 28 | 15 Mar | Salicylic acid | Nail splitter |
| 29 | 22 Mar | Trichloroacetic acid | Nail avulsion set |
| 30 | 29 Mar | Cantharidin | Nail biopsy punch |
April 2027
| Week | Date | Drug of the day | Instrument / setup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | 5 Apr | Hydroquinone | Dermal curette for nail matrix biopsy |
| 32 | 12 Apr | Azelaic acid | Melasma assessment with Wood's lamp |
| 33 | 19 Apr | Tranexamic acid | Chemical peel fan brush |
| 34 | 26 Apr | Kojic acid | Chemical peel timer and neutralizing setup |
May 2027
| Week | Date | Drug of the day | Instrument / setup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | 3 May | Methotrexate | Dermabrasion unit |
| 36 | 10 May | Cyclosporine | Microneedling device |
| 37 | 17 May | Acitretin | Platelet-rich plasma preparation kit |
| 38 | 24 May | Apremilast | Centrifuge for PRP preparation |
| 39 | 31 May | Sulfasalazine | Hair pull-test and trichogram tools |
June 2027
| Week | Date | Drug of the day | Instrument / setup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | 7 Jun | Prednisolone | Phototherapy unit: NB-UVB |
| 41 | 14 Jun | Dapsone | PUVA cabinet and protective equipment |
| 42 | 21 Jun | Clofazimine | Excimer laser basics |
| 43 | 28 Jun | Rifampicin | Laser safety goggles and smoke evacuator |
July 2027
| Week | Date | Drug of the day | Instrument / setup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44 | 5 Jul | Minoxidil | Hair microscope and trichoscopy |
| 45 | 12 Jul | Finasteride | Follicular-unit extraction punch |
| 46 | 19 Jul | Spironolactone | Hair-transplant forceps and implanter |
| 47 | 26 Jul | Hydroxychloroquine | Skin graft knife / Humby knife |
August 2027
| Week | Date | Drug of the day | Instrument / setup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48 | 2 Aug | Mycophenolate mofetil | Split-thickness skin-graft dermatome |
| 49 | 9 Aug | Azathioprine | Skin stapler and staple remover |
| 50 | 16 Aug | Rituximab | Suture materials and suture removal kit |
| 51 | 23 Aug | Adalimumab | Sterile dressing set and wound-care tray |
| 52 | 30 Aug | Dupilumab | Instrument sterilization, autoclave, and procedure-room safety |
Standard teaching points for every drug
- Drug class and mechanism of action
- Dermatological indications
- Formulation, usual administration, and duration of therapy
- Contraindications and important precautions
- Adverse effects and monitoring
- Pregnancy/lactation considerations where relevant
- One short clinical case and 3 to 5 viva questions
Standard teaching points for every instrument
- Identification and parts
- Indications and contraindications
- Sterilization or disinfection requirement
- Stepwise handling and demonstration
- Complications and safety precautions
- Post-procedure care and documentation
This sequence progresses from common outpatient drugs and diagnostic tools to dermatosurgery, hair procedures, phototherapy, lasers, immunosuppressants, and biologics.
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