Dermatology Times - Dermatologic News and research spanning clinical, cosmetic specialties - ModernMedicine

Dermatology

Editor's Choice
Journey to the East: U.S. derm leads volunteers in Cambodia
International report — Robert E. Kalb, M.D., made giving back a family adventure four years ago, when he, his wife and two college-aged children took their first medical mission trip with Health Volunteers Overseas to Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
LATEST ARTICLES
Acupuncture aids in easing pain stemming from dermatologic conditions
Many different approaches are used to manage pain in medicine, and most therapies are pharmacologically based. Acupuncture is one therapeutic modality that can be used as a viable treatment option for painful diseases and conditions (including those seen in dermatology) without the occurrence of the adverse events that can take place with topical, oral or intravenous drug therapies.
Disorders of oral, vaginal mucous membranes overlooked by physicians
Dermatologists should be able to diagnose and treat disorders of the oral and vaginal mucous membranes with the same authority they bring to skin problems, experts say.
Well-known dermatologist places strong focus on caring for needy patients
After more than 50 years as a dermatologist, Denny Tuffanelli, M.D., considers it an honor and a privilege to care for patients. He spends five-and-a-half days a week at a group dermatology practice in San Francisco, where he practices with his daughter, general dermatologist Lucia Tuffanelli, M.D. The patriarch, clinical professor emeritus at the University of California, San Francisco, continues to see consults at four hospitals.
Informed consent ensures patients understand risks, benefits of permanent fillers
Clinicians who are using permanent fillers in their practice should take a more exhaustive approach to the informed consent process with their patients, according to a member of the Ontario council for the Canadian Medical Protective Association.
Vitamins, supplements play crucial role in anti-aging when used properly
The science to prove claims that oral supplements help reduce the signs of skin aging is lacking. But one dermatologist says she believes that supplementing with specific vitamins, oils and other nutrients plays an important role in anti-aging treatments — especially when patients do not get enough of these nutrients in their diets.
eSamples check closet
eSamples check closet
Practice ToolsPractice Tools
Coding Counselor
Coding Counselor

Simple and accurate ICD-9 code search. Start Here

Patient Education
Patient Education

Print customized patient education handouts. Start Here

Dermatology Diagnosis
Dermatology Diagnosis

Identify skin diseases by age, gender, location. Start Here

AHRQ Clinical Guidelines
AHRQ Clinical Guidelines

Objective findings on medical interventions. Start Here



Click here