Newswise — Frances J. Storrs, MD, FAAD, a Portland, Ore., dermatologist, delivered the Everett C. Fox, MD, Memorial Lectureship at the American Academy of Dermatology's (Academy) Summer Academy Meeting 2009.
The Everett C. Fox, MD, Memorial Lectureship was created through a bequest from the estate of Everett C. Fox, MD, who served as vice president of the American Academy of Dermatology in 1946.
During Dr. Storrs' lecture, "Forty Years of Fun with Contact Dermatitis," she reflected on some of the fascinating learning experiences and enlightening encounters that she has had throughout her forty years of analyzing and treating patients with contact dermatitis. She emphasized the importance of performing more patch tests, which can help uncover problems that, when found, can dramatically change patients' lives. Dr. Storrs noted that each of her patient experiences has taught her something she could use to solve new problems.
Dr. Storrs is director of the Contact and Occupational Skin Disease Clinic and in private practice at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland. After receiving her medical degree from Cornell Medical College in New York, she completed an internship at Good Samaritan Hospital in Portland, Ore., and a residency in dermatology at Oregon Health & Science University.
An active member in the dermatology community, Dr. Storrs is a past member of the Academy's board of directors and has served on many committees and task forces. She is also a past president of the Oregon Dermatology Society and the American Contact Dermatitis Society, and has authored numerous articles, editorials and book chapters.
Headquartered in Schaumburg, Ill., the American Academy of Dermatology (Academy), founded in 1938, is the largest, most influential, and
most representative of all dermatologic associations. With a membership of more than 16,000 physicians worldwide, the Academy is committed to: advancing the diagnosis and medical, surgical and cosmetic treatment of the skin, hair and nails; advocating high standards in clinical practice, education, and research in dermatology; and supporting and enhancing patient care for a lifetime of healthier skin, hair and nails. For more information, contact the Academy at
1-888-462-DERM (3376) or www.aad.org.
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