Volume 21 - Issue 5 - May 2013
Column
Chief Medical Editor Message
05/16/2013
A few years ago, I penned an editorial about the progress that had been made in ending racial discrimination in the United States, prompted by an April 2007 issue of Sports Illustrated that contained a brief biography of dermatologist, Homer...
A few years ago, I penned an editorial about the progress that had been made in ending racial discrimination in the United States, prompted by an April 2007 issue of Sports Illustrated that contained a brief biography of dermatologist, Homer...
A few years ago, I penned an...
05/16/2013
The Dermatologist
Spotlight
05/16/2013
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...
05/16/2013
The Dermatologist
Legal Ease
05/16/2013
Part 2 of this 4-part series about the new HIPAA privacy rules examines the 4-tiered penalty structure outlined in the Final Rule that is used for violations. The tiered penalty structure analyzes culpability, level of guilt and more.
Part 2 of this 4-part series about the new HIPAA privacy rules examines the 4-tiered penalty structure outlined in the Final Rule that is used for violations. The tiered penalty structure analyzes culpability, level of guilt and more.
Part 2 of this 4-part series...
05/16/2013
The Dermatologist
News
News
05/16/2013
The 33rd Annual Meeting of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS) – Laser 2013 took place this year on April 5-7, with preconference activities on April 3rd and 4th. Held in Boston, MA, the conference covered a range of...
The 33rd Annual Meeting of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS) – Laser 2013 took place this year on April 5-7, with preconference activities on April 3rd and 4th. Held in Boston, MA, the conference covered a range of...
The 33rd Annual Meeting of the...
05/16/2013
The Dermatologist
Department
Coding and Billing
05/16/2013
It is becoming more common for clinical trials to be conducted outside of the United States and for the subsequently approved medications to be used in the United States.
It is becoming more common for clinical trials to be conducted outside of the United States and for the subsequently approved medications to be used in the United States.
It is becoming more common for...
05/16/2013
The Dermatologist
Cosmetic Clinic
05/16/2013
Teaching has long been a part of the medical profession and learning process, but the risks associated with demonstrations may result in privacy-related legal concerns.
Teaching has long been a part of the medical profession and learning process, but the risks associated with demonstrations may result in privacy-related legal concerns.
Teaching has long been a part of...
05/16/2013
The Dermatologist
Derm Dx
05/15/2013
Can you make this diagnosis by studying the photo and case history?
Can you make this diagnosis by studying the photo and case history?
Can you make this diagnosis by...
05/15/2013
The Dermatologist
05/16/2013
As treating psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis with biologic agents becomes more common, it is important for physicians and patients to be aware of potential side effects and how to effectively manage them. Injection site and infusion...
As treating psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis with biologic agents becomes more common, it is important for physicians and patients to be aware of potential side effects and how to effectively manage them. Injection site and infusion...
As treating psoriasis and...
05/16/2013
The Dermatologist
05/15/2013
Blastomycosis is a rare fungal infection that commonly involves the lungs and skin. Acute blastomycosis can resolve spontaneously without treatment; however, antifungal treatment can hasten recovery. Treatment of choice is itraconazole...
Blastomycosis is a rare fungal infection that commonly involves the lungs and skin. Acute blastomycosis can resolve spontaneously without treatment; however, antifungal treatment can hasten recovery. Treatment of choice is itraconazole...
Blastomycosis is a rare fungal...
05/15/2013
The Dermatologist
05/15/2013
A detailed marketing strategy that focuses on a specific goal can increase the reach of a practice. Whether the practice is large, small or mid-sized, and regardless of the number of years in business - newly launched or established - every...
A detailed marketing strategy that focuses on a specific goal can increase the reach of a practice. Whether the practice is large, small or mid-sized, and regardless of the number of years in business - newly launched or established - every...
A detailed marketing strategy...
05/15/2013
The Dermatologist
