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Check out four potential medical issues that dermatologists may encounter when working with tattoos. Consider these risks.

Researchers report that tests in healthy mice show that use of a unique gel closes wounds faster and with more normal tissue within one week. Learn more.

Jeffrey M Suchniak, M.D., decided to make a home and career in rural North Carolina. Here, he shares his decision, the pros and cons he has confronted, and he offers advice to colleagues who may consider a similar move.

Results of a relapse study indicate that patients with moderate-to-severe papulopustular rosacea experienced longer remission when treated with once-daily ivermectin 1% cream compared with initial treatment with twice daily metronidazole 0.75% cream.

The AAD’s new guidelines for the care and management of acne vulgaris include several updates for dermatologists, including an increased emphasis on oral antibiotic stewardship and recommendations for use.

The FDA is evaluating biosimilar medications for use in the United States. The approval of these medications in the next few years could mean big changes for dermatologists and their psoriasis patients

Promius Pharma's newly approved topical spray for psoriasis uses a sophisticated vehicle technology that allows a mid-potency steroid to act like a more potent steroid in actual clinical practice. Dr. Stein Gold explains how.

Identification of existing knowledge deficits provides insights for future research that can further improve care for patients with psoriasis.

Allergan announced in late February that the FDA approved its topical Aczone (dapsone) Gel, 7.5% for treatment of acne vulgaris.

Making a decision where to open or join a practice affects you, your family, and your future. These questions help you think it through.

Misconceptions about hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) prevent dermatologists and other clinicians from properly diagnosing and treating what one expert says is a “crippling disease.”

While low levels of vitamin D are linked with several diseases, ingesting too much vitamin D increases risks for other health conditions. In counseling patients on supplementation, one must take into consideration patient characteristics such as individual medical conditions and race.

The legality of pricing disparity between insured and uninsured patients is decided on a state-by-state basis. Be aware that differential billing policies can violate state consumer protection statutes.

Good for more than a morning meal, oatmeal soothes angry skin, relieves itching, and even has an antimicrobial effect.

A disruptive physician isn’t necessarily aggressive in an obviously obnoxious way. The disruption may come from behaving in a way that interferes with others’ work, not communicating across specialties or teams, or failing to give or receive effective feedback. Here’s what you can do to avoid a disrespectful and non-professional environment.

AD management guidelines among dermatology and allergy specialties differ in important areas but should be seen as opportunity for the two specialties to partner to achieve optimal patient care.

As AAD comes to a close, we wanted to know what the most interesting part of the conference was. We asked a few people, here’s what they had to say.

Patients are asking about dietary guidelines. One expert shares insight on how our food source is affecting skin health.

As opposed to trying to balance personal and professional commitments, dermatologists should align values and strengths and build their lives around these. One expert explains how one’s passion can translate to work.

Check out Dr. Wheeland's editorial as he shares what he believes the future of dermatology will become and how it will be practiced several decades from now.

Researchers are making important strides in better understanding the genetics of cutaneous T cell lymphoma (CTCL). This new knowledge could have major implications for improved diagnosis and, potentially, new targeted CTCL therapies.

A new study reveals that toxin-producing bacteria like staphylococcus may fuel CTCL; therefore, antibacterial treatment may slow disease progression. Findings could one day change how you treat patients.

There have been significant strides in the systemic treatment of metastatic melanoma, but these advances have not meant the elimination of surgery as part of the management of metastatic melanoma. Learn more

Research shows dermatologists are overprescribing antibiotics for acne treatment, and patients and their parents seem unaware of the consequences, as well as alternatives to antibiotic treatment for acne.

A 62-year-old man with a history of hypothyroidism presented with a rash of fine scaly papules that had coalesced into a confluent orange-red plaque covering a large area of his trunk. He told the doctor it had started on his scalp about two weeks earlier and spread from there. Now the skin of his palms and soles had thickened and developed an orange hue.

There are many ways to accomplish creative fashionable nail appearances. learn what's trending and what you need to know about nail polish to educate your patients.

To prevent filler-related complications, Dr. Cohen and his staff focus on understanding the anatomy of the skin and what lies beneath the areas that they’re injecting. Learn to practice safe principles for prepping the skin.

The very lasers that dermatologists have in their practices to treat wrinkles, acne scars and pigmented lesions have the power to rehabilitate the most disfiguring of burns and other scars. Learn more

Patients with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis who take apremilast can present uncomfortable side effects. How to address key concerns.

Poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA)- based injectable gives HIV/AIDS patients suffering from disfiguring facial lipodystrophy hope. Dr. Cheryl M. Burgess talks technique.