Name:
Diamondis “Mundy” J. Papadopoulos, MD
Email:
Undergrad Institution; Degree and Major:
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Medical School:
University of Athens (Greece)
In practice since:
1989
Your Specialty:
Dermatology – MOHS Surgery
Where and for how many years did you train AFTER medical school:
Emory University Affiliated Hospitals
- Pediatrics 1983-1986 (Board Certified)
- Dermatology 1986-1989 (Board Certified)
- MOHS Micrographic Surgical Fellowship 1992-1993 (Scripps Clinic Research Foundation)
How did you choose your specialty?
- Interest in cutaneous disease
- Fantastic mentors
- Opportunity
- Commitment to the study of cutaneous oncology
- Lifestyle
What do you like MOST, and like LEAST, about your specialty?
MOST – I like the visual aspect of my work and the ability to quickly diagnose a condition by quick visualization of the dermatologic problem.
LEAST – I dislike the feeling by some patients that what we do is not as important from a health perspective as compared to other specialties.
In your opinion, what attributes are important in anyone choosing this specialty?
- Visual learner
- Great communicator
- Appreciate taking care of elderly patients
- Ability to take care of cosmetic issues
Hobbies/special interests:
- Cooking
- Traveling
- History
- Exercise