UW Dermatology Celebrates the Class of 2022
The UW Division of Dermatology held a virtual graduation ceremony on Thursday, June 30, 2022 to celebrate the accomplishments and successes of our 2021-22 graduating residents and fellows.
This year, UW Dermatology honored three residents and two subspecialty fellows, all of which have made significant contributions to our division through their dedication to exceptional dermatologic care, groundbreaking research and commitment to supporting fellow trainees.
Congratulations Class of 2022! Wishing you luck on this exciting next chapter in your careers!
2021-22 Graduates
Lauren Bonomo, MD
2021-22 Co-Chief Resident
Post-Residency Plans: Joining the physician team at Pacific Dermatology & Cosmetic Centers.
Read Dr. Bonomo’s Graduating Trainee Spotlight.
Emily Duffy, MD
2021-22 Co-Chief Resident
Post-Residency Plans: Fellow in UW Dermatology’s Pediatric Dermatology Fellowship Program.
Read Dr. Duffy’s Graduating Trainee Spotlight.
Deva Wells, MD
2021-22 Co-Chief Resident
Post-Residency Plans: UW Dermatology faculty and dermatologist at the VA Puget Sound.
Read Dr. Wells’ Graduating Trainee Spotlight.
Mugahed Hamza, MBBS
2021-22 Dermatopathology Fellow
Post-Fellowship Plans: Faculty member and dermatopathologist at the University of Arkansas.
Read Dr. Hamza’s Graduating Trainee Spotlight.
Janet McMullen, MD
2021-22 Pediatric Dermatology Fellow
Post-Fellowship Plans: Community pediatric dermatologist in Toronto, Ontario
Teaching Awards
Volunteer Faculty Resident Teaching Award
Residents vote each year to select a volunteer faculty member who encourages resident learning and actively fosters resident education.
Erica Linnell, MD, FAAD
Dr. Erica Linnell is a board-certified dermatologist and owner of Linnell Dermatology and Aesthetics located in Seattle. Dr. Linnell volunteers her time to teach residents about cosmetic dermatology including laser surgery.
Resident Comments:
- “Dr. Linnell has an incredibly friendly and approachable teaching style! Her enthusiasm is so natural and boundless, and she makes us feel cared for in addition to teaching us a ton!”
- “Dr. Linnell has really helped to boost the cosmetics in our education and is an excellent, hands-off educator.”
- “Dr. Linnell has been incredibly gracious with her time and clinic space to teach residents cosmetic procedures that we otherwise have limited exposure to.”
- “Thank you so much for your contribution to our program and your dedication to training our residents. Through your kindness and expertise, you have enlivened in many of us the desire to follow in your footsteps by practicing cosmetic dermatology to improve patient health and self-esteem. Your passion for providing excellent care to our skin of color patients has been especially impactful, not only to us, but your entire community. We thank you for your dedication to UW Derm and the Seattle community.”
John E. Olerud Resident Teaching Award
The John E. Olerud Resident Teaching Award is given annually to a faculty member from the Division of Dermatology. Residents vote each year to select the faculty member that best exemplifies a teacher in the most ideal sense.
Heather Brandling-Bennett, MD
Dr. Heather Brandling-Bennett is an Associate Professor in the UW Department of Pediatrics, and a Clinical Adjunct Professor in the UW Division of Dermatology. Dr. Brandling-Bennett works closely with residents as a pediatric dermatologist at Seattle Children's Hospital.
Resident Comments:
- “HBB gives the most timely and actionable feedback of any attending we work with. Her process allows continual growth throughout the rotation and makes for clear expectations and nice, smooth clinics.”
- “HBB is brilliant, kind, supportive of residents but with high expectations that make us all better, a role model for women in medicine, a true expert and leader in her field. We are so lucky to know her and learn from her!”
- “HBB has been an excellent role model both in her clinical excellence and her adaptability to meet learners where they are and provide feedback and learning in a style that works best for the learner.”
- “HBB may have been intimidating at first, but once I got to know her, I realized she is one of the most truly empathetic and caring souls I have encountered in my medical training. She demonstrates a vulnerability with patients that really allows them to open up and its clear that her patients become like family. She strikes the perfect balance of providing direct, actionable feedback and encouraging and supporting your accomplishments. It is truly a pleasure to learn from her, and we are beyond lucky to have her as a mentor.”
- “HBB, you are an absolute pleasure to work with. Your expertise in pediatric dermatology and your dedication to patients and their families has had a special impact on me. You are excellent and because of that, you demand and expect excellence from your colleagues and those training under you, which makes our program better.”
Leadership Awards
Each year the Leadership Awards recognize residents who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and mentorship skills during their residency training.
This year’s award was presented to all three of our 2021-22 Co-Chief Residents; Drs. Lauren Bonomo, Emily Duffy and Deva Wells. Thanks to our co-chiefs for supporting the residency program through their work scheduling resident rotations, organizing activities, leading committees and advocating for their fellow residents.
