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Regulations surrounding electronic health records are evolving. The medical community waits hopefully for a system that focuses more on outcomes and less on the use of technology itself.

To establish and maintain a professional medical image in social media, pay careful attention to the content of posts. Be aware that social media content is admissible as evidence in courts of law.

A gene expression profile test rivals sentinel node biopsy in predicting distant metastasis in stage 1 and stage 2 melanoma, according to results from a new multicenter performance study.

Essential oils, aloe vera, supplements, diet, and other solutions may be of use for patients who request alternative or integrative treatments for seborrheic dermatitis.

A recent paper sheds light on the relationship between smoking and psoriasis. Results offer a whole scenario related to the impact of smoking on psoriasis.

Make Big Change is a grassroots nonprofit that focuses on putting dispensers with free sunscreen around public outdoor areas nationwide. The dispensers come with infographics that communicate sun exposure dangers and prevention benefits.

Innovative modifications of conventional treatments for actinic keratosis (AK) can help patients live with this chronic disease in more comfort and greater safety, and with potentially improved outcomes.

A pioneering summit between healthcare payers and groups pursuing standardized outcome measures in dermatology has revealed that payers want outcome measures that are published, universally accepted and practical both for clinicians and payers.

A phase 2/3 multi-center, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel, three-arm study looking at Nalbuphine ER for prurigo nodularis will evaluate safety and efficacy in 63 patients.

Itch publishes original scientific papers that contribute to the understanding of the basic mechanisms and clinical aspects of pruritus. Unlike a printed journal, Itch’s online format allows for papers to be published after they’ve been reviewed.

Legal arguments can be based on foreseeable complications, even when physicians are safety conscious.

Leadership roles for women in dermatology are increasing slowly but surely.

Recent research supports UV radiation as the major driving force in the initiation and progression of melanoma, and the same investigation demonstrated different paths of evolution for various melanoma subtypes.

The future of skin cancer and other disease detection could change with the development of a photonics device that listens to light.

GlobalMed has represented medical and aesthetic dermatology brands, including BMT, CoolTouch and Radiancy, since 1996. Omnilux noninvasively treats dermatologic conditions, including acne, fine lines and wrinkles and non-melanoma skin cancer.

According to early research, not-yet-approved RT002 (DaxibotulinumtoxinA for Injection, Revance Therapeutics) lasts longer, might be safer and offers more dramatic wrinkle reduction than today’s most popular neurotoxin Botox (Allergan).

Dermatologists have had a hand in the research, development and shaping of the majority of non-invasive and minimally invasive cosmetic medical procedures, according to a recent study. In fact, dermatology ranked higher than many other specialties and should use this to highlight their expertise.

We are excited to reveal a new avenue of clinically relevant information and education. Through a partnership with Dermatology Times magazine, we will bring you relevant content culled from the pages of each monthly issue. This month, we've packaged content related to the Zika virus along with insights in managing your pediatric patients.

Whether to lose weight or for perceived health benefits, many patients are on one of a number of fad diets. Dr. Katta shares her advice to patients and how specific diets might affect skin health.

A growing number of studies suggest diet influences general skin health and specific skin diseases, from acne and eczema to skin aging. Dermatologists share their best practices for using diet to combat skin disease and promote skin health.

Researchers have developed a recyclable paper-based smart skin, capable of detecting temperature, humidity, pH, pressure, touch, flow, motion and proximity at 13 cm.

Considerations relating to EMR, HIPAA, informed consent, and record access can help you form a plan to use clinical photography to document patient progress as well as to protect yourself from legal claims.

Two novel energy-based approaches are ushering in a new era in acne treatment. One expert addresses the role these devices may play.

Just when you thought the false eyelashes of the 1960s were only a thing of the past, they are back! Here are some common side effects to note as you advise your patients.

While hair extensions offer many benefits, there is one potential problem to monitor in patients.

Minimize risk of complications by having expert level knowledge of facial anatomy, practicing with cadaveric dissection, using the right cannula, and getting a solid patient history.

Dry shampoos carry several benefits for certain patients, but it's not a replacement for liquid shampoo. Here is the advantage.

While oral isotretinoin has been associated with various side effects and routine blood tests have been recommended, evidence points to inconsistencies in monitoring practices. Many physicians also are questioning whether the effort has value.

The European Dermatology Forum and International League of Dermatological Societies (ILDS) has created international treatment guidelines for actinic keratosis that include optimal treatment strategies and recommendations.

CDC notes facts on which mosquitoes spread virus, what symptoms to watch for and how the virus may be transmitted.