2022 Graduating Trainee Spotlight: Mugahed Hamza, MBBS
From improving the lives of our patients to research breakthroughs, every resident and fellow who has joined the Division of Dermatology has left an indelible mark on our program through their curiosity, persistence and dedication to exceptional dermatologic care. As the Class of 2022 prepare to graduate and enter the next phase of their careers, take a look at where our recent graduates will be post-residency/fellowship and what really made a difference in their training here at the University of Washington.
Mugahed Hamza, MBBS
2021-22
Dermatopathology Fellow
Home country: Sudan
Undergraduate School: University of Khartoum
Undergraduate Major: Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery - MBBS
Residency: Baylor College of Medicine, Combined Anatomic & Clinical Pathology
What are your post-fellowship plans?
After finishing this fellowship, I will join University of Arkansas as a Dermatopathologist. I am excited to finish my training and start practicing in a specialty that I am very passionate about. I am looking forward to learning from my colleagues and gaining more experience.
What drew you to the field of dermatopathology?
I have been interested in Dermatopathology since I was a PGY1 resident. I like all aspects of dermatopathology starting with the clinical presentation, to histologic examination and molecular testing. I am also very interested in teaching residents and medical students which the dermatopathology fellowship provided.
What professional and/or service activities have you enjoyed in residency?
I especially enjoyed teaching and working with the residents on the rotation, I also learned a lot from them.
What is one piece of advice you would give to incoming dermatology trainees?
Work hard while enjoying yourself, and use your time wisely as the year will pass by very fast.
