Dermatology in skin of colour

Gaps in the education and knowledge of the diagnosis and management of dermatological conditions in patients with skin of colour (SOC) that can lead to worse health outcomes have been identified. Not only has SOC been underrepresented in medical education for trainees in dermatology but also patients with SOC have been underrepresented in clinical trials of new therapies for skin diseases. This supplement will try to address these knowledge gaps by exploring some common dermatological conditions with respect to their diagnosis and management in patients with SOC. Our goal is to highlight the presentation of common conditions in these populations, tackle challenges in diagnosis and management, and to review any evidence available from clinical trials that examines the population with SOC. Closing these knowledge gaps will help to improve health outcomes across all skin types.