Professor Ncoza Dlova is the former Dean of the School of Clinical Medicine and Head of Dermatology at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. With numerous accolades, including Best Dean Leadership awards in 2020, 2021, and 2022, she is a distinguished dermatologist. Professor Dlova has published over 135 scientific articles and is a "B" NRF-rated researcher, recognized internationally for her contributions to Skin of Color, pigmentation, and hair disorders, as well as HIV-related skin conditions. She has co-authored two dermatology books and supervised over 40 dermatologists, contributing to the transformation of dermatology in South Africa. Professor Dlova teaches a variety of advanced practice concepts relevant to dermatology.