Diverse Skin: Advancing Equity in Dermatology Care

Skin health is not one-size-fits-all. Indigenous, racialized, and under-served communities in Canada often face barriers to dermatological care, from misdiagnosis due to limited medical training on diverse skin tones to systemic inequities in access to treatment.

There is a national effort to address these gaps by advocating for improved education, equitable healthcare policies, and increased accessibility to dermatology services for all Canadians.

Through data, partnerships with healthcare professionals, researchers, and community organizations, the following change can happen:

• Enhanced medical education on diagnosing and treating skin conditions in diverse populations.

• Improved access to dermatology services for under-served communities.

• Supported research that advances dermatological care for racialized and Indigenous individuals.

• Empowered patients with culturally competent resources and support.