Dermatology

  • Duration: 3 Hours
  • Exam Code: DER5421
  • Number of Questions: 150
  • Passing Score: 65%

Exam Coverage:

  • Basic Science.
  • Papulosquamous and Eczematous Dermatoses.
  • Urticaria, Erythemas, Purpura, and Connective Tissue Diseases.
  • Vesiculobullous Disorders.
  • Adnexal Disorders, Hair, Nails, and Mucous Membranes Diseases.
  • Infections, Infestations, and Bites.
  • Cutaneous Neoplasms.
  • Pediatric Dermatology.
  • Procedural Dermatology.
  • Skin Manifestations of Systemic Diseases.
  • Pigmentary Disorders and Photodermatoses.
  • Metabolic and Systemic Diseases, Disorders of Dermal Connective Tissue and Subcutaneous Fat.
  • Patient Safety.
  • Professionalism and Medical Ethics.

Recommended References:

  1. Goldsmith, Lowell A., et al. Fitzpatrick’s Dermatology in General Medicine, Volume 2, McGraw Hill Professional, Latest Edition.
  2. Bolognia, Jean L., et al. Dermatology, Gulf Professional Publishing, Latest Edition.
  3. Wolverton, Stephen E. Comprehensive Dermatologic Drug Therapy, Elsevier Health Sciences, Latest Edition.
  4. Professionalism and Ethics: Handbook for Residents – Practical Guide
     Authors: Prof. James Ware, Dr. Abdulaziz Fahad Alkaabba, Dr. Ghaiath MA Hussein, Prof. Omar Hasan Kasule
     Published by: SCFHS (Saudi Commission for Health Specialties), Latest Edition.
  5. Essentials of Patient Safety, SCHS (Saudi Commission for Health Specialties), Latest Edition