​​​​Introduction

The National Skin Centre (NSC) welcomes Year 3 and 4 medical students from the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine (YLLSOM) who are interested in pursuing a self‑initiated elective in Dermatology. Students may undertake an elective ranging from 1 to 8 weeks, during which they will be appointed a dermatologist supervisor responsible for overseeing their learning progress throughout the attachment. Students who wish to work with a specific dermatologist may contact the preferred supervisor directly, subject to availability.

Year 3 students undertaking this elective are required to complete a scholarly project as part of their learning experience. This component aims to foster academic inquiry, independent study, and deeper engagement with dermatological topics.

Objectives

During the elective posting, students will be able to:

  • Understand key factors and descriptors used in evaluating patients with dermatological conditions.
  • Describe the morphology of skin lesions and recognise common clinical patterns of skin eruptions.
  • Diagnose skin diseases listed within the core dermatology curriculum and understand the principles of management.
  • Identify dermatological emergencies and recognise common malignant skin tumours.
  • Understand the evaluation and management of patients with suspected sexually transmitted infections.
  • Be familiar with the management of common STIs such as herpes simplex infection, syphilis, gonorrhoea, non‑gonococcal urethritis, and candidiasis.

Learning Modules​

Depending on duration and supervisor assignment, students may be attached to the following areas:

  • ​STI Clinic Attachment (subject to availability; not guaranteed)
  • National Centre for Infectious Diseases (NCID) Ward Round
  • Phototherapy Clinic Attachment (subject to availability; not guaranteed)
  • Clinical Laboratory Attachment (subject to availability; not guaranteed)
  • Treatment Room Attachment
  • Sub‑specialty Dermatology Clinics (e.g., psoriasis, eczema, pigmentary disorders, paediatric dermatology) — depending on suitability and capacity​

Application Details

To apply for the Dermatology Elective Posting at NSC, students should contact:

NSC Elective Contact
Mr Austin Lim
Email: [email protected]

Students must also inform:

NUS Dean's Office (Electives Administration)
Email: [email protected]

This ensures proper documentation and recording of the elective placement.


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