A problem of being trainer and examiner of dermatology

Postgraduate training and assessment is a multifarious phenomenon for both trainers and trainees. this editorial aims to highlight the issue of lack of objectively defined curriculum1 with emphasis on learning objectives 2 for specific desired level i.e. mbbs, diploma in dermatology, mcps, md, and fcps by a common competent authority i.e. pakistan medical and dental council, college of physicians and surgeons pakistan, higher education commission etc. it was experienced as a major problem by authors during supervision of mcps and fcps training and as examiners of mcps, dip derm, md and fcps in dermatology.