Resident Lectureship Award

  • The award recipient will be invited to present their submission at the Noah Worcester Dermatological Society Annual Meeting. The scholarship includes a $2,000 stipend to cover the cost of transportation and travel expenses to and from the meeting, complimentary meeting registration, admission to all lectures, invitations to all scheduled Noah social events and dinners, and a standard hotel room for the duration of the conference. The award will also include and invitation to the 2027 Cocktails with Noah event at the AAD Meeting in San Francisco, CA.

  • June 13-18, 2027
    Barcelona, Spain

    The educational program covers all areas of dermatology. It is primarily presented by members of the society and invited lecturers. The lively discussions facilitated by the small group setting provide an unparalleled opportunity to learn from the leaders of the field. Cultural, sport, and social activities allow full immersion in the Noah ‘family’. The resident lecturer will be invited to participate in all of these events

    • Applicants should record a 2-3 minute video of the opening of the presentation and submit with the PowerPoint slides to be used during the presentation. Topics can span medical dermatology, surgical, pediatric, or cosmetic dermatology, as well as dermatopathology.

    • The presentation will be 10 minutes followed by a 5-minute question and answer session.

    • Applicants must attend the entire 5-day meeting.

    • Upon completion of the program, participants are required to complete an evaluation and provide feedback on their experience.

    • Applicant will be interviewed for an article to be published on the society website.

  • The best Noah presentations are entertaining, clinically relevant, and present new diagnostic or therapeutic pearls, tips, or tricks that fill identifiable gaps in dermatologic care. Original research is welcome, but not mandatory. A new way of thinking about a disease or treatment, a novel approach taken by your dermatology department, an approach to achieving a legislative “win,” or a new approach to teledermatology are examples of interesting topics that could be discussed.

  • Individuals must be either in their third year of dermatology residency (PGY4) or be a post dermatology residency fellow in an accredited dermatology program in the United States or Canada.

    • Applications submitted on or before August 1, 2026, will be considered for the June 2027 meeting.

    • The award recipient will be notified by September 15, 2026

    • Fill out the online application form and submit the following materials by August 1, 2026

    • 2-3 minute video of the opening of the presentation

    • PowerPoint slides

    • CV / Curriculum Vitae (or peer-reviewed publications)

    • Letter of recommendation from your program director

    • Conflict of Interest Disclosure

  • If you have any questions or issues submitting your application and materials, please email the Noah office.

Past Recipients

  • Stephany Vittitow, MD

    Alpha-Gal Syndrome: A Review

    “It was an honor to receive the 2026 Noah Resident Lecturer award! The meeting proved to be a rare combination of both fun and educational. While initially daunting to give a lecture to such an esteemed group, I found the Noah members to be incredibly welcoming, supportive and engaged. I would highly encourage any resident to apply for this incredible opportunity!”

  • George Jeha, MD

    Small Moves, Big Gains: Subtle Tweaks That Transform Everyday Procedural Dermatology

    Receiving the Noah Resident Lecturer Award was one of the highlights of my training. To stand at the podium among so many accomplished dermatologists  — clinicians whose work I have long admired — was both humbling and energizing. Noah 67 reminded me why I chose this specialty: the culture of teaching, mentorship, and genuine camaraderie that runs through this society is something truly special. I left the meeting inspired, grateful, and eager to put the pearls I learned into practice.

     

  • Justin W. Marson, MD

    Derm-ocratizing 3D imaging: Light detection and ranging (LiDAR) as a new dimension in dermatology

    “Attending and presenting at the 66th annual Noah Derm society conference was without doubt the pinnacle of my dermatology residency and career to date. The meeting seamlessly combined lectures from leaders across multiple domains in dermatology with a sense of familiarity and intimacy in the discussion that added a nuance and depth that I have yet to see replicated at any other conference. 

    Even more than that the Noah family was incredibly inviting and welcoming and it came as no surprise to me that members come year after year to learn and also to reconnect with friends and family. Leaving Quebec City, I know I’ll take with me not only multiple clinical pearls from true masters in the cutaneous craft and lessons to help me navigate my time as an early career dermatologist, but also new friendships and mentorships that I hope will last a lifetime. I look forward to the day I have the chance to join Noah and highly encourage every resident to apply.”

  • Taylor Bullock, MD

    How do Vitamin D and its receptor affect PDT efficacy and squamous neoplasia?

    “I knew [Noah 66] was a meeting I wanted to go to. It is exactly what I was imagining it to be. There’s very much a family atmosphere. It’s funny, the people that I’m hearing speak during this presentation have done so many amazing things and it’s exactly what I would like to obtain in my career. They talk to you just like friends. One person referred to me as a colleague from the podium even though I’m technically still a resident. It’s been very humbling being here and seeing what I’d like to do in the future, and being associated with so many great dermatologists.”

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    Henry Quach, MD – University of Cincinnati

    Dermatology in the Age of Misinformation

    “The Noah members and their families were incredibly inviting and welcoming. I had an amazing time at the conference and the social events. It’s not every day that you can shuck oysters or play croquet with the greats in your field! The talks were excellent, and many were given by the utmost experts in their field, so it was an incredible opportunity to be able to attend. There was a huge variety of interesting topics, from medical dermatology to surgical dermatology, to advocacy, and even a discussion of antique microscopes. I made several invaluable connections at Noah, and many asked me to reach out to them if they could be helpful in my early career. I was even approached with some job opportunities!”

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    Nicole Ufkes, MD – University of Utah

    Magical Metformin: Applications to Dermatology & Beyond

    “I found Noah members extremely welcoming. I felt very comfortable and at ease throughout the conference. I thought it was a great mix of surgical/cosmetic and general dermatology, along with updates on the business/legislative side of the field. I had a great time getting to know dermatologists from all over the country and from different practice settings. Thought this conference was a wonderful networking event for someone about to kick off their career.”

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    Shadi Khalil, MD – UC San Diego Health

    Epidermal iron content couples to systemic iron homeostasis and host defense

    “Attending the Noah Worcester Dermatological Society meeting as a recipient of the Resident Lectureship Award was one of the highlights of my dermatology residency training. The award provided an exceptional opportunity to meet world-renowned faculty and learn about their active clinical and research interests. The Noah Worcester Dermatological Society has a strong culture of mentorship at all levels, and through the meeting I met and connected with multiple senior dermatologists across the country who continue to mentor me to this day.”

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    Catherine Bridges, MD – Cincinnati Children’s Hospital

    Efficacy of Sodium Thiosulfate Therapy in Calcinosis Cutis

    "The Noah Worcester Dermatological Society (Noah) annual meeting was a great experience! I was lucky enough to be chosen for the Resident Lectureship Award in 2023. Everyone was very supportive and welcoming during the meeting. My lecture was well-attended and the group was very engaged. Similarly, the lectures given by other members were very educational (and often
    entertaining!). I learned a lot and was able to benefit from excellent networking opportunities. This is a great opportunity for any resident!"

  • Kelsey Flood, MD – Northwestern Medical

    Extracutaneous manifestations of pyoderma gangrenosum

    “Attending the 63rd Noah Worcester Dermatological Society meeting as a resident was a wonderful experience. Although I have only been to one Noah meeting, it was definitely "The Best Noah Ever." The lectures at the meeting were educational, well rounded and stimulating. The social events were very fun. My favorite part was meeting and socializing with Noah members. Everyone was incredibly kind and welcoming. The atmosphere is jovial and easygoing, which makes for a warm environment in which it is easy to connect and socialize with members.
    There is a familial feel to Noah, and I felt welcomed in as part of the family by the members. The networking opportunities were fantastic – I got great feedback on my presentation, received important career advice and made great connections. I am highly appreciative to have received the Noah Resident Lectureship Award and hope I can attend another Noah meeting in the future! I recommend this experience to any dermatology resident.”

  • Ryan Svoboda, MD – UMass Memorial Health

    Mycosis Fungoides Demystified: A Practical Guide to Staging MF

    “Being able to attend 2022 Noah Worcester Dermatological Society meeting as a recipient of the Resident Lectureship Award was hands-down one of the major highlights of my entire residency experience. It is difficult to describe exactly how invigorating it was to present on the same stage as so many well-known and extremely accomplished dermatologists. It was also an incredible opportunity to interface with this distinguished group of individuals, and to be treated like a member of the family. I can honestly say that I've never been to another conference with such a collegial atmosphere; everyone was excited to see each other and spend time both learning and enjoying each others' company. In my early career as a dermatologist, I've subsequently run into multiple people from Noah at other meetings, and it's been an enriching networking experience that has planted the seeds of multiple professional relationships.”