Bridging the Gaps in Artificial Intelligence and Dermatology with Dr. Jenna Lester and Dr. Fatuma Rinderknecht

In this episode, Chloe, Dr. Jenna Lester, and Dr. Fatuma Rinderknecht discuss the importance of addressing health disparities in dermatology. They explore the Skin of Color program at UCSF, their personal journeys into dermatology, and delve into the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in dermatology — highlighting biases in AI models and the need for diverse and representative data sets to improve health outcomes. The conversation emphasizes the importance of education, representation, and patient involvement in addressing these disparities and ensuring the highest standard of care for all patients. Additional Resources Rinderknecht FA, Nwandu L, Daneshjou R, Lester J. The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Health Equity in Dermatology. Curr Derm Rep. 2024;13(3):148-155. doi:10.1007/s13671- 024-00436-w  Music by Podington Bear, licensed under CC BY-NC 3.0.