Volume 18 - Issue 9 - September 2010
Cover Story
09/15/2010
Dr. Gold discusses why he believes dermatologists should not only be allowed to but should be encouraged to develop and dispense products they believe are therapeutically effective. Boy oh boy - Have things changed in dermatology! More and...
Dr. Gold discusses why he believes dermatologists should not only be allowed to but should be encouraged to develop and dispense products they believe are therapeutically effective. Boy oh boy - Have things changed in dermatology! More and...
Dr. Gold discusses why he...
09/15/2010
The Dermatologist
Clinical Tips
09/14/2010
This column will highlight a wide range of pearls from practicing dermatologists — everything from a better way to perform a clinical procedure to a more effective method for communicating with patients to advice for improving an office...
This column will highlight a wide range of pearls from practicing dermatologists — everything from a better way to perform a clinical procedure to a more effective method for communicating with patients to advice for improving an office...
This column will highlight a...
09/14/2010
The Dermatologist
09/13/2010
How to use social networking sites to benefit your practice. There’s no doubt that Facebook participation can be an asset to any business. The question is, how can you use it to promote your products and company, yet be sure your team members...
How to use social networking sites to benefit your practice. There’s no doubt that Facebook participation can be an asset to any business. The question is, how can you use it to promote your products and company, yet be sure your team members...
How to use social networking...
09/13/2010
The Dermatologist
Spotlight
09/13/2010
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...
09/13/2010
The Dermatologist
Chief Medical Editor Message
09/13/2010
This month, in the cover story, “Ethically Dispensing Skin Care Products,” Dr. Michael Gold shares his thoughts on why he believes dermatologists should be encouraged to develop, discuss and dispense skin care products in their practices. Not...
This month, in the cover story, “Ethically Dispensing Skin Care Products,” Dr. Michael Gold shares his thoughts on why he believes dermatologists should be encouraged to develop, discuss and dispense skin care products in their practices. Not...
This month, in the cover story,...
09/13/2010
The Dermatologist
Chief Medical Editor Message
09/13/2010
In this issue, Thomas and colleagues describe their efforts to improve the quality of dermatologic information on Wikipedia.
Brave New World of Information
Wikipedia, for those who are troglodytes, is the near ubiquitous online...
In this issue, Thomas and colleagues describe their efforts to improve the quality of dermatologic information on Wikipedia.
Brave New World of Information
Wikipedia, for those who are troglodytes, is the near ubiquitous online...
In this issue, Thomas and...
09/13/2010
The Dermatologist
Derm Dx
09/15/2010
A 48-year-old African-American woman was referred to the dermatology clinic for the evaluation of a tender nodule on her right lower extremity. The patient stated that the nodule had been present for the previous 2 years during which there...
A 48-year-old African-American woman was referred to the dermatology clinic for the evaluation of a tender nodule on her right lower extremity. The patient stated that the nodule had been present for the previous 2 years during which there...
A 48-year-old African-American...
09/15/2010
The Dermatologist
09/14/2010
Whether or not you like the idea of having hired snoops in your office, “mystery shopping” your medical practice can open your eyes to what you may not otherwise see and lead to improved quality of care. In the Beginning, Resolution 11 (A-07)...
Whether or not you like the idea of having hired snoops in your office, “mystery shopping” your medical practice can open your eyes to what you may not otherwise see and lead to improved quality of care. In the Beginning, Resolution 11 (A-07)...
Whether or not you like the idea...
09/14/2010
The Dermatologist
09/14/2010
How seriously should physicians take the repeatedly delayed December 31 Red Flags Rule implementation deadline, given that the American Medical Association, which objects to its mandated application to healthcare providers, has already...
How seriously should physicians take the repeatedly delayed December 31 Red Flags Rule implementation deadline, given that the American Medical Association, which objects to its mandated application to healthcare providers, has already...
How seriously should physicians...
09/14/2010
The Dermatologist
09/14/2010
Many patients use this online encyclopedia as a prominent source of health information. These authors discuss the work of a task force assigned to increase the number of articles related to cutaneous conditions and the quality of those...
Many patients use this online encyclopedia as a prominent source of health information. These authors discuss the work of a task force assigned to increase the number of articles related to cutaneous conditions and the quality of those...
Many patients use this online...
09/14/2010
The Dermatologist
09/14/2010
A working knowledge of genetic transmission in cutaneous disease can be valuable to a practicing clinician, both for patient care and for a more complete understanding of new dermatological literature.
A working knowledge of genetic transmission in cutaneous disease can be valuable to a practicing clinician, both for patient care and for a more complete understanding of new dermatological literature.
A working knowledge of genetic...
09/14/2010
The Dermatologist
