Date of Original Release: February 28, 2025
Date of Expiration: February 28, 2028
Estimated Time of Completion: 5 Hours
Target Audience
Dermatologists and others involved in the delivery of dermatologic care.
Acknowledgement
Development of the Introduction to Patch Testing course was supported by an American Academy of Dermatology Sulzberger Institute for Dermatologic Education grant provided to the American Contact Dermatitis Society (ACDS). All content and materials were created by ACDS members.
Statement of Need
The American Academy of Dermatology bases its CME activities on identified professional practice gaps, the educational needs which underlie these gaps, and emerging clinical research findings as these relate to dermatology. Learners should reflect upon clinical and scientific information presented in this CME activity and determine the need for further study.
Learning Objectives
Following participation in this activity, the learner should be able to:
- Demonstrate improved proficiency in performing patch testing by accurately administering tests
- Apply best practices in reading and interpreting patch test results to accurately diagnose and manage allergic reactions
- Acquire skills to counsel patients on common allergens and negative test results
Accreditation Statement
The American Academy of Dermatology is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
AMA PRA Credit Statement
The American Academy of Dermatology designates this enduring material for a maximum of 5 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should only claim the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Instructions to Claim Credit
To Claim CME credit for this activity, the learner must complete the post-activity evaluation survey.
Planners
Jennifer Chen, MD, FAAD
Clinical Professor
Stanford University
Redwood City, California
Amber Atwater, MD, FAAD
Clinical Associate Professor
George Washington University
Washington, D.C.
Reviewers
Adnan Nasir, MD, PhD, FAAD
Clinical Professor
University of North Carolina
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Matthew Clifford Willett, MD, FAAD
Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton
Camp Pendleton, California
Faculty
Brandon Adler, MD, FAAD
Assistant Professor
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, California
Amber Atwater, MD, FAAD
Clinical Associate Professor
George Washington University
Washington, D.C.
Donald Belsito, MD, FAAD
Professor
Columbia University
New York, New York
Jennifer Chen, MD, FAAD
Clinical Professor
Stanford University
Redwood City, California
Christen Mowad, MD, FAAD
Clinical Professor and Chair
Geisinger Medical Center
Danville, Pennsylvania
Margo Reeder, MD, FAAD
Associate Professor
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Madison, Wisconsin
Pamela Scheinman, MD, FAAD
Dermatology and Skin Care Associates
Wellesley, Massachusetts
Michael Sheehan, MD, FAAD
Clinical Assistant Professor
Indiana University School of Medicine
Indianapolis, Indiana
Apra Sood, MD, FAAD
Clinical Professor
University of California, Davis
Davis, California
JiaDe Yu, MD, FAAD
Assistant Professor
Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts
Staff
Christine Presta
Director, Digital Learning
Rosemont, Illinois
Janet Chester
Senior Manager, Digital Learning
Rosemont, Illinois
Emma Hostetler
Specialist, Digital Learning
Rosemont, Illinois
Dustin Herlich
Senior Manager, Learning Experience
Rosemont, Illinois
Melinda Keske
Senior Administrator, Learning Management
Rosemont, Illinois
Camilia Schawel
Senior Instructional Designer,
Digital Learning
Rosemont, IL
Disclosures
All planners, speakers, reviewers, and staff for this activity have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (formerly known as commercial interests).
Conflict Mitigation Statement
In accordance with the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education, the American Academy of Dermatology has implemented mechanisms, prior to the planning implementation of this activity, to identify and mitigate conflicts of interest for all individuals in a position to control the content.
Unapproved Use Disclosure
The American Academy of Dermatology requires CME faculty/authors to disclose to learners when products or procedures are being discussed are off-label (not approved for the indications being discussed), unlabeled (not approved for any indications), experimental and/or investigational (not FDA approved); and any limitations on the information that is presented, such as data that are preliminary or that represent ongoing research, interim analyses, and/or unsupported opinion. This information is intended solely for continuing medical education and is not intended to promote off-label use of these products/procedures. If you have questions, contact the medical affairs department of the manufacturer for the most recent approval information. Faculty/authors of this activity may be discussing information about pharmaceutical agents that is outside of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved labeling.
Disclaimer
The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) is not responsible for statements made by the author(s). Statement or opinions expressed in this activity reflect the views of the author(s) and do not reflect the official policy of the AAD. The information provided in this CME activity is for continuing education purposes only, is not intended to establish a standard of care, and is not meant to substitute for independent medical judgment of a health provider relative to the diagnostic, management and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition.
No Medical Advice
The information in this publication by the American Academy of Dermatology or any third party should not be considered medical advice and is not intended to replace consultation with a qualified dermatology professional. The American Academy of Dermatology does not answer specific medical questions or refer people to a particular dermatology professional.
Contact Information
For the American Academy of Dermatology Member Resource Center, please call (866) 503-7546.