SDS Meeting: Wednesday November 19, 2025 at 5:30pm


“What’s Love Got to Do With It? A Holistic Approach to Dermatologic Care for Sexual and Gender Minority Youth”

Presented by Markus Boos, MD, PhD

Markus Boos, MD, PhDMarkus Boos, MD, PhD, is an attending pediatric dermatologist at Seattle Children’s Hospital and is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Washington School of Medicine. Dr. Boos also serves as the Co-Director of UW Department of Dermatology Residency Training Program. Dr. Boos enjoys caring for all children with skin disorders but has a special interest in primary cutaneous lymphoma, the skin manifestations of immunodeficiency and LGBTQ health. He is an advocate for climate/environmental health as it relates to children’s health.  As a gay father, Markus enjoys spending free time with his children. When he is not at work, he also enjoys reading, running and swimming. He cheers for his Detroit Red Wings, the San Antonio Spurs and has adopted the Seahawks as his pro football team.  Dr. Boos, like all of Seattle Children’s Hospital, values diversity and welcomes all patients and their families, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our clinic is a safe space for everyone.


Accreditation

The University of Washington School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The University of Washington School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 20 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.        (Each session is 2.0 credits)