Volume 21 - Issue 4 - April 2013
Cover Story
10/15/2013
Of the conditions most commonly seen by skin health practitioners today, one of the most stubborn and mysterious is melasma. This type of hyperpigmentation presents in dense patches, often in a symmetrical pattern that is usually seen on the...
Of the conditions most commonly seen by skin health practitioners today, one of the most stubborn and mysterious is melasma. This type of hyperpigmentation presents in dense patches, often in a symmetrical pattern that is usually seen on the...
Of the conditions most commonly...
10/15/2013
The Dermatologist
Column
Legal Ease
04/19/2013
Part 1 of this 4-part series about the new HIPAA privacy rules will focus on the rule that will require physicians to post a new Notice of Privacy Practices statement in a visible area of the office.
Part 1 of this 4-part series about the new HIPAA privacy rules will focus on the rule that will require physicians to post a new Notice of Privacy Practices statement in a visible area of the office.
Part 1 of this 4-part series...
04/19/2013
The Dermatologist
Spotlight
04/19/2013
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...
04/19/2013
The Dermatologist
Chief Medical Editor Message
04/19/2013
Our Photo Quiz Challenge, which begins on April 29, is a fun photo-based series of quizzes that will test your diagnostic acumen as you compete against colleagues for a chance to win.
Our Photo Quiz Challenge, which begins on April 29, is a fun photo-based series of quizzes that will test your diagnostic acumen as you compete against colleagues for a chance to win.
Our Photo Quiz Challenge, which...
04/19/2013
The Dermatologist
Chief Medical Editor Message
04/19/2013
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...
04/19/2013
The Dermatologist
04/19/2013
Nd:YAG lasers are commonly used for various vascular lesions, such as leg veins. In this month’s column, our guest editor, Dr. Mark Taylor, discusses his technique for using Nd:YAG lasers for periorbital veins, a common cosmetic concern. —...
Nd:YAG lasers are commonly used for various vascular lesions, such as leg veins. In this month’s column, our guest editor, Dr. Mark Taylor, discusses his technique for using Nd:YAG lasers for periorbital veins, a common cosmetic concern. —...
Nd:YAG lasers are commonly used...
04/19/2013
The Dermatologist
04/19/2013
The Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act, which is part of the economic stimulus package Congress passed in 2009, has made it a financial necessity for healthcare offices to utilize electronic health...
The Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act, which is part of the economic stimulus package Congress passed in 2009, has made it a financial necessity for healthcare offices to utilize electronic health...
The Health Information...
04/19/2013
The Dermatologist
04/19/2013
National accrediting organizations, including the American Board of Dermatology, recognize the importance of patient-centered outcomes and require the collection of patient satisfaction survey data as part of the Maintenance of Certification...
National accrediting organizations, including the American Board of Dermatology, recognize the importance of patient-centered outcomes and require the collection of patient satisfaction survey data as part of the Maintenance of Certification...
National accrediting...
04/19/2013
The Dermatologist
Department
Research in Review
04/19/2013
The skin is one of the organs most significantly affected by HIV/AIDS, necessitating an understanding of the cutaneous manifestations of the disease among dermatologists.
The skin is one of the organs most significantly affected by HIV/AIDS, necessitating an understanding of the cutaneous manifestations of the disease among dermatologists.
The skin is one of the organs...
04/19/2013
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Aesthetics Corner
04/19/2013
How to correct disfigurement resulting from soft tissue augmentation of the lips that used too much product.
How to correct disfigurement resulting from soft tissue augmentation of the lips that used too much product.
How to correct disfigurement...
04/19/2013
The Dermatologist
Derm Dx
04/19/2013
A 5-year-old boy was brought to the dermatologist’s office by his mother for evaluation of a rash on his hands.
A 5-year-old boy was brought to the dermatologist’s office by his mother for evaluation of a rash on his hands.
A 5-year-old boy was brought to...
04/19/2013
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