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Lawrence W. Field, M.D., F.I.A.C.S.
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Examining Dr. Mohs: With no formal residency training, doctor devised revolutionary technique

The treatise on the "Evolution of Mohs" written by your senior staff correspondent John Jesitus and published in your July 2009 issue contains a very significant error. Frederick Mohs' professional life was not "general surgery's loss," for Dr. Mohs never was a surgeon (nor a dermatologist). I was informed he "completed an internship - most likely of the rotating kind - and then started his research and practice."

Heather Onorati
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Dermatologist turns sterilized wraps into face masks with high filter efficiency

A third-year resident in the department of dermatology at the University of California, Irvine has kicked off a passion project turning discarded sterilization wrap into face masks with a high filter efficiency. She hopes these will fill a need as well as reserve N95 masks and surgical masks for those procedures that they are designated.

Ilya Petrou

Ilya Petrou, MD, is a contributing writer for Dermatology Times.

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Antibiotic resistance matters

Antibiotic resistances are on the rise and as such, it behooves dermatologists to use antibiotics only when necessary and in combination with topical agents wherever possible in order to help stop this alarming trend.

Elizabeth Woodcock, M.B.A., C.P.C., F.A.C.M.P.E.
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Make outsourcing work optimally for you and your medical practice

A dermatology practice is a hotbed of activity. In addition to the clinical care you provide, there is staff to manage in carrying out your orders, supplies to use, bills to be sent and money to be tracked. The complexity of a practice makes outsourcing - using outside firms to handle work you would normally perform in-house - appear quite appealing.

Rachael Zimlich, RN, BSN

Rachael Zimlich is a freelance writer in Cleveland, Ohio. She writes regularly for Contemporary Pediatrics, Managed Healthcare Executive, and Medical Economics.

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Spring cleaning-for your wallet

Spring cleaning isn’t just for housework. It’s also a good time to clear away financial records, review what’s working, and change what isn’t.

Jeremy Green, M.D.
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Combining correct laser device with type of acne scar boosts clearance

Acne scars are potentially socially debilitating lifelong reminders of the condition. Fortunately, modern laser therapy allows dermatologists to offer their patients hope for improvement. Prior to initiating laser therapy for acne scars it is important to consider the types of scars encountered.

Cheryl Guttman
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Acne management: Controversies and challenges

Evidence from recently published papers provides insight to address some common questions pertaining to the safe use of certain acne medications. Learn more

Cheryl Guttman Krader, BS, Pharm

Cheryl Guttman Krader is a contributor to Dermatology Times, Ophthalmology Times, and Urology Times.

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Emerging therapies beyond lasers

Next-generation therapies explore solutions other than laser treatments, and are less invasive, safer and require less downtime.

Louise Gagnon
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Risankizumab outperforms ustekinumab in psoriasis trial

The IL-23 inhibitor risankizumab was superior to ustekinumab in a phase two trial of adult patients with moderate-to-severe chronic plaque psoriasis, researchers report. (©FreeBirdPhotos/Shutterstock.com)

Cheryl Guttman Krader, BS, Pharm

Cheryl Guttman Krader, BS, Pharm, is a contributing author for Dermatology Times.

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Connecting Skin Diseases and COVID-19

Patients with skin conditions may be more likely to contract the disease but less likely to become severely ill.

Ilya Petrou, MD
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The evolution of skin cancer

Learn about the most important surgical and medical advancements in skin cancer treatments as they developed over time.

Sarah Thuerk

Sarah Thuerk is associate editor of <i>Healthcare Traveler</i> magazine.

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Patient dosing begins for Phase 2 study of new topical gel for atopic dermatitis

The first patient has been dosed in the phase two study of PR022 (hypochlorous acid, Realm Therapeutics), a topical gel treatment for patients with atopic dermatitis.

Paul Gillette

Paul Gillette is a freelance writer based in Euclid, Ohio.

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Suneva acquires Spear product line

Suneva Medical has acquired a new product line, including worldwide rights to Refissa (tretinoin 0.05 percent), from Spear Pharmaceuticals.

Rachael Zimlich, RN, BSN

Ms Zimlich is a freelance writer in Cleveland, Ohio. She writes regularly for Contemporary Pediatrics, Managed Healthcare Executive, and Medical Economics.

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Organize your life with these five YouTube channels

Life today pulls you in too many directions. From work demands, relationships, family obligations, household chores, social media, paying bills, to grocery shopping-it never ends. It can be difficult to keep all these to-dos-and the stress that comes with them-in check. These five YouTube channels can help you cut through clutter and organize your life.

Jason M. O'Dell, M.S., C.W.M.
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Evaluating Job Opportunities: Financial Factors to Consider

“Given the difference in state taxes, the bottom-line difference for the physician could be in 6 figures—every year! Compounded with even a conservative growth rate, this could mean millions of dollars of difference over a career.”

Allison Tsai
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Dermatologist wins $101M in Florida's first Powerball

Tallahassee, Fla.- William Steele, M.D., an Orlando dermatologist, is Florida's first Powerball winner, taking a lump sum of $101 million, rather than $189 million spread over 20 years, according to the Bureau News.

Raymond James Financial Services, Inc
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Saving for retirement without sacrificing lifestyle

This is an excellent question because it relates to current lifestyle as well as future planning. You used the word sacrifice and, since you only go around once, why would anyone want to needlessly diminish the quality of life that they could currently enjoy? Your question brings up significant issues, which call into question the very premise of traditional financial planning.

Ilya Petrou. M.D.
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New device treats nonmelanoma skin cancer

A new energy-based device delivering ultrafast pulses of high amplitude electrical energy to nonthermally preferentially clear targeted cell rich lesions is proving to be a very useful treatment modality for a number of benign dermatologic lesions.

Wayne Kuznar
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Fine tuning dosing schedules of targeted agents may improve responses in melanoma

Changing the schedule of targeted therapies has been shown to improve the response rate in a mouse model of melanoma.

Ilya Petrou, M.D.

Ilya Petrou, MD, is a contributing writer for Dermatology Times.

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Trial compares NMSC destructive techniques

A recent study showed that curettage and cryotherapy, and electrodesiccation and curettage are two techniques that have comparable cure rates. The study’s findings highlight the efficacy and reliability of these treatment approaches for minimally invasive cutaneous carcinomas.

Nancy A. Melville
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Eyes wide open: Patients, physicians embrace eyelash growth product

The new eyelash growth product Latisse (bimatoprost ophthalmic solution 0.03 percent, Allergan) is gaining a strong following among patients and their doctors.

Joely Kaufman, MD
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Joely Kaufman, MD, on Proactively Integrating GLP-1 Use into Aesthetic Practice

Clinicians can enhance aesthetic outcomes by proactively managing GLP-1 patients' expectations, addressing facial changes early, and integrating holistic treatment strategies.

Leslie Baumann, M.D.
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New column will simplify laser choices, use

Are you confused about lasers? Are you afraid to admit that you don't know the difference between "Q- switched" and "pulsed dye"? You are not alone and we are here to help "shed the light" on the confusing array of lasers and light devices.

Norman Levine, M.D.

Norman Levine, M.D., is a private practitioner in Tucson, Ariz. He also is a member of the Dermatology Times Editorial Advisory board and a co-medical editor.

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When is the right time to retire?

Norman Levine, M.D., discusses the potential benefits and pitfalls of retiring from dermatology.

Robert C. Silkey
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Know elements for Web site success

Security is the most critical component. Does the e-mail package you're considering meet the 2005 HIPAA guidelines for patient privacy and security? And does the hosting company have the ability to safely share files between two or three offices?

Barbara Boughton
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Investigating unusual facial hyperpigmentation in darker skin

The hyperpigmentation, in contrast to melasma, often had blurry or ill-defined borders that seemed to fade into the patient's skin color.

Elizabeth Woodcock, MBA, FACMPE, CPC
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What's your Web site doing for you?

As more consumers hop onto the World Wide Web to search for information about healthcare, it's simply a must for dermatology practices to have Web sites.

Vic A. Narurkar, M.D.
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The right tool: Lesion type determines which laser, light device is best choice

Hyperpigmented lesions come in many varieties. Etiologies vary from sun exposure to trauma to inflammation, and even idiopathic origins.

Corinna S. Bowser, MD
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Sulfasalazine, dapsone: Good alternative options for treatment of chronic urticaria

Philadelphia - In patients with chronic urticaria who do not respond to standard antihistamine treatment, the older drugs sulfasalazine and dapsone represent promising new treatment alternatives, Lisa A. Beck, M.D. said here at the 2006 meeting of the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI).

James Turner, M.D., Ph.D.
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Effectively managing GIF in the psoriasis patient

GIF typically manifests during the first six to 10 weeks of treatment, and affects existing plaques with or without the presence of new lesions.