Volume 20 - Issue 6 - June 2012
Column
Chief Medical Editor Message
06/07/2012
An inside look at dermatology issues from Steven R. Feldman, MD, PhD.
An inside look at dermatology issues from Steven R. Feldman, MD, PhD.
An inside look at dermatology...
06/07/2012
The Dermatologist
Spotlight
06/07/2012
In dermatology, we are fortunate to have many insightful practitioners and great teachers and mentors. Some are bright stars in our special universe – others unsung heroes. All of these colleagues have much to share from wisdom to humor to...
In dermatology, we are fortunate to have many insightful practitioners and great teachers and mentors. Some are bright stars in our special universe – others unsung heroes. All of these colleagues have much to share from wisdom to humor to...
In dermatology, we are fortunate...
06/07/2012
The Dermatologist
06/07/2012
When performing soft tissue augmentation, the use of cannulas may improve patient outcomes and make the process less painful in certain areas.
When performing soft tissue augmentation, the use of cannulas may improve patient outcomes and make the process less painful in certain areas.
When performing soft tissue...
06/07/2012
The Dermatologist
06/06/2012
The FDA first announced large-scale changes to the sunscreen testing process and labeling regulations in June 2011. The changes were scheduled to take effect this month, but the FDA has delayed their implementation by 6 months or a year,...
The FDA first announced large-scale changes to the sunscreen testing process and labeling regulations in June 2011. The changes were scheduled to take effect this month, but the FDA has delayed their implementation by 6 months or a year,...
The FDA first announced...
06/06/2012
The Dermatologist
06/05/2012
Although many patients enjoy interactions with medical students, little is known about how patients perceive residents and the care they deliver. This study, which aimed to characterize the quality of care provided by residents as perceived...
Although many patients enjoy interactions with medical students, little is known about how patients perceive residents and the care they deliver. This study, which aimed to characterize the quality of care provided by residents as perceived...
Although many patients enjoy...
06/05/2012
The Dermatologist
Department
Research in Review
06/06/2012
Adherence to treatment regimens for acne remains a significant problem, often because teenagers are the primary age group affected by the condition. Research is ongoing to determine the most effective ways to increase medication adherence;...
Adherence to treatment regimens for acne remains a significant problem, often because teenagers are the primary age group affected by the condition. Research is ongoing to determine the most effective ways to increase medication adherence;...
Adherence to treatment regimens...
06/06/2012
The Dermatologist
Research in Review
06/06/2012
When oral and topical medications do not achieve desired results, laser and light sources can be effective additions to treatment regimens for acne and rosacea. Lasers and light therapies can treat acne lesions as well as the resulting scars,...
When oral and topical medications do not achieve desired results, laser and light sources can be effective additions to treatment regimens for acne and rosacea. Lasers and light therapies can treat acne lesions as well as the resulting scars,...
When oral and topical...
06/06/2012
The Dermatologist
Derm Dx
06/05/2012
Patient Presentation: A 17-year-old boy presented with mildly pruritic, violaceous papules and plaques on the left side of his chest that had slowly extended over the past 6 months. He reported no pain and no history of applying topical...
Patient Presentation: A 17-year-old boy presented with mildly pruritic, violaceous papules and plaques on the left side of his chest that had slowly extended over the past 6 months. He reported no pain and no history of applying topical...
Patient Presentation: A...
06/05/2012
The Dermatologist