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Bad online review?
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Dermatology World explains why bad online reviews may not be so bad after all ... Dermatology World explains why bad online reviews may not be so bad after all ... By Ruth Carol, contributing writer Patients are increasingly
Academy CME opportunities abound
The alopecia frontier is open! In our last issue, we let you know that the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology (JAAD) published a new CME supplement, " ... Alopecia: A New Frontier, " that can help you differentiate between the various types of alopecia and identify correct treatments
The retiring type?
By Warren R. Heymann, MD April 23, 2017 "Tell me, Dr. Heymann, when do you plan to retire?" ... Patients seem to ask me that every day. ... My usual response: "Why do you ask, do I look that bad?" ... "No, you look pretty good for your age." (According
Impact Report — Vol 3, Issue 1
We are building a brighter tomorrow, today. Our bright tomorrow is forged and reinforced by the work we do all year to make the Academy strong. The efforts and successes involve AAD staff, working alongside leadership and, importantly, members like you. It’s a powerful collaboration. ... In this edition of
It is finally a beautiful day!
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, May 1, 2021 I don’t know about you, but I feel like we are nearing the end of an 18-month winter…I guess spring is good for that, and this May, in particular, offers
The telltale plastic bag of flakes
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, April 1, 2020 For many of us, that baggie is the start of a really bad day, because while we all recognize delusions of parasitosis, few of us are completely comfortable treating it.
Tackling imposter syndrome
DermWorld examines this phenomenon commonly experienced by physicians. ... Feature ... By Andrea Niermeier, Contributing Writer, September 1, 2023 You have made the grade, completed the training, and committed your professional life to helping individuals become and stay well. So why do you sometimes feel like you don’t belong in
August 15
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / August 15, 2018 ... The good, the bad, and the unknown in CMS E/M proposals DataDerm™: Better your practice, better the specialty AAD Election call for nominations FDA approves new drug
March 28
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / MARCH 28, 2018 ... The burden of prior authorizations: Is it really that bad? Take the ABMS survey on MOC Help wanted: AAD Pruritus Measure Testing Project FDA approves new psoriasis
There’s a “new frontier” of alopecia for you to explore
The Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology (JAAD) recently published a new CME supplement, ... "Alopecia: A New Frontier," that can help you differentiate between the various types of alopecia and identify correct treatments and best options so you can feel confident that you’re providing patients with the best
Building off the work of my predecessors
From the President ... Dr. Thiers served as Academy president from March 2020 to March 2021. ... By Bruce Thiers, MD, April 1, 2020 As your new Academy president, I am sincerely grateful for the opportunity to serve our profession and patients. Dermatology has given me so much, and I
Recognizing drivers and assessing well-being
Physician burnout is defined as a chronic state of stress characterized by emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and a diminished sense of personal accomplishment ... 1 ... . Physicians are considered among some of the most resilient people in the world because they are accustomed to making sacrifices, working long hours, and
January 20, 2021
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Jan. 20, 2020 ... Natural supplements in dermatology: What drugs do they interact with? DermWorld Insights and Inquiries: Olmsted syndrome patients can finally put their foot down Derm Coding Consult :
A juggling act
Dermatologist parents share their experiences managing their families and practices. ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, Assistant Managing Editor, January 1, 2023 The juggle is real. For physician parents, the challenges of parenthood are magnified with long hours, unpredictable schedules, and mounting pressures to do more at work and at
Medical record essentials
The medical record: In a nutshell ... A medical record helps determine the level of evaluation and management (E/M) billing and provides a justification for what you did and why you should be reimbursed ... Everything you document in the record should make the case for medical necessity ... Will
Joint venture
A joint venture is the association of two or more physicians to collaborate to achieve specific business objectives. It is generally characterized by sharing profits and risk. A joint venture may be structured through insurance contracts (contractual joint venture) or through establishment of a new entity jointly owned by the
Lost in translation?
Facts at your Fingertips ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, March 1, 2024 In a recent article published in ... JAMA Network Open, authors investigated how well adult patients understand common medical jargon used by physicians (2022;5(11):e2242972). The study surveyed a cross section of the public, comparing jargon vs. nonjargon
Focus on modifier 25
Cracking the Code ... Dr. Miller, who is in private practice in Yorba Linda, California, represents the American Academy of Dermatology on the AMA-CPT Advisory Committee. ... By Alexander Miller, MD, September 2, 2019 Test your knowledge: Focus on modifier 25 ... Take the quiz to see if you're up
What you need to know about managing, motivating, and retaining your staff
When we think of human resources (HR), we tend to think about employment laws, insurance benefits, and hiring and firing. But so much of HR is staff management and if successful, staff engagement and retention. One might argue this is the most difficult part of HR. Here are five guiding
The Academy’s impact
Through AAD humanitarian programs, we carry out our commitment to educate the public about healthy skin, hair, and nails in an effort to motivate them to take positive action in improving their quality of life, and in the case of skin cancer, save lives. Additionally, we recognize the importance our
How aligned are Redditor-driven recommendations with the current AAD acne guidelines?
Clinical Applications ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld . She interviews the author of a recent study each month. ... By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, October 1, 2024 In this month’s Clinical Applications column, DermWorld ... Physician Editor Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, talks with Justin Marson,
Full disclosure
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, June 1, 2023 Many of you know that I am married to an ob-gyn, so treating pregnant patients has always been easy for me. Even in the middle of the night, I
Meaningful benefits — Quick coding guides
So many codes, so little time ... Not sure how to code for that insect bite or sting? We’ve got you covered. Need a photodynamic therapy code right now? We have that info too. Your Academy coding staff knows how busy you are in your practice, so we’ve developed several
What strategies can help manage pain in HS patients?
Clinical Applications ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld . She interviews the author of a recent study each month. ... By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, November 1, 2021 In this month’s Clinical Applications column, Physician Editor Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, talks with Lauren A. V. Orenstein,
Entering a golden age of toxins
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... As more drugs and treatment indications receive FDA clearance, how do the new arrivals compare to industry heavyweights? ... As more drugs and treatment indications receive FDA clearance, how do the new arrivals compare to industry heavyweights? ...
August 8
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / August 8, 2018 ... August Access Hero: Cory Simpson, MD USP publishes proposed revisions to chapter on compounded sterile preparations CDC offers infection prevention guide as patient infection incidents increase Severity
It’s October already
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, October 1, 2022 It’s that month that starts the time warp into the new year. Somehow, the three months ending each year seem to be compressed into a much shorter amount of
Unity and inspiration: A new year of advancing dermatology
From the President ... Dr. Desai served as Academy president from March 2024 to March 2025. ... By Seemal R. Desai, MD, FAAD, April 1, 2024 I’d like to begin my first column by sincerely thanking everyone for trusting me to serve as your president. This is the honor of
We meet again.
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, July 1, 2023 2023 is racing by and I feel like ... DermWorld has only begun to cover all the interesting and important topics on our editorial calendar. I was asked how
Giving a great talk
Answers in Practice ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, November 1, 2024 DermWorld ... talks to Ilona Frieden, MD, FAAD, and Kelly Cordoro, MD, FAAD, about their public speaking tips for delivering a successful scientific lecture. DermWorld: Earlier this year you co-hosted a session at the AAD Annual Meeting on
Tailor-made care
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Experts discuss the benefits of personalized treatment plans for patients with hidradenitis suppurativa ... Experts discuss the benefits of personalized treatment plans for patients with hidradenitis suppurativa ... By Jan Bowers, contributing writer Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) was once
Member benefits — So many codes, so little time. Yet…
Your Academy coding staff knows how busy you are in your practice. Here’s a quick summary of what we’ve been doing to keep you ahead of the coding curve. ... Quick coding guides ... We continue to build out our series of ... downloadable quick coding guides for common (and
Most days, Dermatology World is a very happy place.
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, July 1, 2020 And why shouldn’t it be? After all, we in dermatology have what most of us feel certain is the best, most fascinating, and most rewarding medical career. We are privileged
DWI&I Holiday Greeting 2023
By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD Dec. 20, 2023 Vol. 5, No. 50 Dear ... DWI&I Devotee: ... I always look forward to writing my annual holiday greeting, but admittedly, doing so this year has been a source of angst and consternation. The past few years have been about the
Giving back provides joy and purpose
Karolyn Wanat, MD, FAAD , loves that she can volunteer using telemedicine. Dr. Wanat's story ... Karolyn Wanat, MD, FAAD, Medical College of Wisconsin ... Volunteering and giving back provides joy and additional purpose to the work I do. I love taking care of patients with dermatologic needs, and I
Leading the way to raise awareness of skin cancer
Tara Gillespie, APRN-C, COO of Heartland Dermatology & Skin Cancer Center, loved being able to bring Skin Cancer, Take a Hike!™ to their practices across Kansas. Tara’s story ... At Heartland Dermatology we strive to be leaders in skin health for the state of Kansas. And as leaders, we feel
The specialty’s power comes from our unified voice.
From the President ... Dr. Cronin served as Academy president from March 2023 to March 2024. ... By Terrence A. Cronin Jr., MD, FAAD, October 1, 2023 We are a small specialty compared to others in the house of medicine. However, we have an outsized voice because we are extremely
DataDerm™: Better your practice, better the specialty
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... Dermatology World talks with Academy President-Elect George Hruza, MD, MBA — one of the earliest adopters of DataDerm™, the Academy’s clinical data registry. Dr. Hruza shares how DataDerm has helped improve his day-to-day practice,
Always remember we are stronger when we are UNITED
From the President ... Dr. Desai served as Academy president from March 2024 to March 2025. ... By Seemal R. Desai, MD, FAAD, March 1, 2025 Dear members, ... As my term as president of the American Academy of Dermatology draws to a close, I am filled with immense gratitude
Negotiation tips
How to negotiate a contract like a pro ... You’ve made it through the hard parts. You have the knowledge, skills, and now the official opportunity to treat patients. But there’s one little thing standing in your way: The contract. ... Actually, it’s not so little. ... A contract does
How to prevent razor bumps
Tips from board-certified dermatologists ROSEMONT, Ill. (October 4, 2022) — There are many ways to get rid of unwanted facial and body hair, but shaving with a razor is one of the most common and inexpensive methods. Unfortunately, using a razor sometimes can lead to razor bumps, also called shaving
How to treat a deep, painful pimple at home
Acne tips from a board-certified dermatologist ROSEMONT, Ill. (October 18, 2023) — Acne can be bothersome, especially when you have a deep, painful pimple, which is caused by nodular or cystic acne. Unlike other forms of acne, such as whiteheads or blackheads, acne nodules and cysts develop deep under your
Of strife and SDRIFE
By Warren R. Heymann, MD May 17, 2017 Patient 3. SDRIFE. Frontal view (A) and right lateral view (B) with erythema and blanching papules coalescing into plaques with vesicles on back, abdomen, and bilateral inframammary and inguinal folds. ... Credit: ... JAAD A conceivable Yelp review: I was so uncomfortable
Evolution of mentorship in medicine
Experts discuss a recent paradigm shift in the look and feel of mentorships. ... Feature ... By Ruth Carol, Contributing Writer, July 1, 2023 What are your core values? It’s not the typical question mentees would have been asked years ago but one they may be asked now as mentorships
Local coverage determinations: what are they good for?
By Alexander Miller, MD, FAAD, Dec. 1, 2014 ... You excise an inflamed, painful, abscessed epidermal inclusion cyst from the back of a Medicare patient. As the cyst is symptomatic, you feel that its excision should be covered by Medicare. You bill the patient’s Medicare contractor for the excision and
6 curly hair tips from dermatologists
Tips from board-certified dermatologists ROSEMONT, Ill. (June 30, 2022) — As people shed their winter hats in favor of warmer temperatures, letting their hair flow freely, having the right hair care routine is important. According to dermatologists from the American Academy of Dermatology, people with curly or tightly coiled hair
From the editor
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, December 3, 2018 Christmas came early for dermatology. Indeed, it came early for all of medicine this year when the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released its final rule implementing changes
So, what's a Kodachrome?
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, November 1, 2019 When my resident first asked me this question, I thought it was a joke. Surely, they knew what Kodachromes were…and then I looked around the room and realized that none
U.S. cancer snapshot: As nationwide cancer deaths fall, melanoma incidence creeps higher
Facts at your fingertips ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor, May 1, 2021 The latest data from the American Cancer Society (ACS), offers a public health update some may feel good about. Despite a challenging past year and the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, 2021 is projected to experience
This month's news from across the specialty
What's hot ... July 1, 2020 In this monthly column, members of ... Dermatology World 's Editorial Advisory Workgroup identify exciting news from across the specialty. ... MALLORY ABATE, MD What are COVID toes? Lindy Fox, MD, professor of dermatology at UCSF, weighed in with her expert opinion on
Diversity Mentorship Program: Information for mentors
Program description ... Through this one-on-one mentorship program, volunteer mentors provide medical students with hands-on exposure in the field of dermatology and help stimulate interest in dermatology as an obtainable career choice. ... Each medical student is required to complete a one-month, 160-hour mentorship with his or her volunteer mentor
They never taught us how to fail
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, December 1, 2019 Physicians are high performers and success is the norm. In our safety-conscious world of medicine, we learn about errors and are given tools to analyze the root cause in hopes
Finding the right type of small dermatology group practice: From an expert
An interview with Danette D. Bentley, MD Dermatologist, Pure Dermatology and Aesthetics What made you choose to become a group practitioner vs. solo practitioner? I really did not have any interest in running my own practice. While I love practicing dermatology and seeing patients, I also have a family and
Cultivating a supportive work culture
Work culture is a collection of attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors that make up the regular atmosphere of your workplace. A healthy work culture is fundamental to good patient care and your own well-being. So what does it take to create a healthy, wellness-oriented, dynamic culture? ... To start, it takes
How to care for an injured nail
Board-certified dermatologist shares four tips for treating nail injuries ROSEMONT, Ill. (July 25, 2023) — It’s easy to injure a nail by slamming a finger in a car door, wearing the wrong shoes, or getting a sports injury. While these common accidents can happen throughout our life, a board-certified dermatologist
Alaskapox: The beat goes on
By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD Feb. 21, 2024 Vol. 6, No. 8 Disclaimer: This commentary was written on Feb. 14, 2024, for a publication date of Feb. 21, 2024. The issues related to Alaskapox are currently under investigation. Some content included in this commentary may no longer be factual
Taking care of dermatologists so that they can take care of their patients
From the President ... Dr. Taylor is the Academy’s current president. ... By Susan C. Taylor, MD, FAAD, April 1, 2025 Dear members, ... It was great seeing so many of you in person at the Annual Meeting as I began my term as president. For those of you I
Video update from AAD President Seemal R. Desai, MD, FAAD
Halfway through his term as AAD president, Seemal R. Desai, MD, FAAD, offers members an update on the work being done on their behalf. Click below to view a video message from Dr. Desai about the Academy’s achievements so far in 2024. ... Help and Chat
My core incompetencies
By Warren R. Heymann, MD May 19, 2017 It is time for our semiannual ritual — the meeting of our Clinical Competency Committee (CCC). Our dermatology program is small, having twice as many faculty members as residents, so everyone serves on the committee. The process has changed dramatically from the
Start the new year off with a fresh start (and skin)
Advice from a board-certified dermatologist on seeking cosmetic treatments ROSEMONT, Ill. (January 9, 2024) — With a rise in both public accessibility and visibility, cosmetic treatments are more popular than ever. Whether your New Year’s resolution is to improve your health or to look and feel your best, the most
Solving a decades-old mystery
A woman dealt with persistent and debilitating skin issues for 40 years before a visit to the dermatologist leads to an allergy diagnosis that changes her life. ... JoAnne's story ... I first started experiencing skin issues when I was a teenager, such as dry and scaly patches on my
Not otherwise specified or not elsewhere classifiable
NOS vs. NEC: In a nutshell ... "Not otherwise specified" represents unspecified codes and is used when documentation lacks the level of specificity of the conditions as indicated in the code description. ... "Not elsewhere classified" represents other specified codes and is used when a specific code is not available.
Treating the medical and emotional effects of alopecia
Deirdre's story ... I’ve had alopecia areata — an autoimmune disease that causes hair loss on the scalp and body — for almost 20 years. ... It’s a really unpredictable disease. For some people, alopecia can happen really quickly — they could have a full head of hair one day
Learning to meet patients where they are
Christa Slaught, MD, has a life-changing experience through the Resident International Grant Program Dr. Slaught’s story ... Dr. Slaught at Princess Marina Hospital with Principal Registered Nurse Malebogo Ralethaka. ... The month I spent in Botswana was absolutely incredible! Participating in the Resident International Grant Program to care for and
PS-AAD-BAD Joint Position Statement on LLM Principles
OWNER: Science and Quality en-US en-US en-USBritish Association of Dermatologists \(BAD\ and American
Peace of mind
Finding the right insurance coverage to protect your practice. ... Feature ... By Andrea Niermeier, Contributing Writer, September 1, 2024 While the adage goes, "By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail," this simple witticism has grown complicated for dermatologists looking to protect themselves, their practices, and their patients.
Classifieds
The Academy offers a number of recruitment opportunities that allow you to reach the prospects you need in a timely and results-oriented fashion. Learn more about what the AAD offers so you can get the most out of our classified advertising and career opportunities. ... Explore classifieds and direct mail
This month's news from across the specialty
What's hot ... February 1, 2022 In this monthly column, members of the ... DermWorld Editorial Advisory Workgroup identify exciting news from across the specialty. ... Craig Burkhart, MD, MPH, MSBS, FAAD Food portion sizes are getting bigger and so are Americans. Obesity is associated with many dermatologic diseases
From the editor
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, May 1, 2019 And to think I thought dermatology would be boring. I will be the first to admit that I was completely wrong. I never did a dermatology rotation as a medical
Genuine leaders will help keep our specialty strong.
From the President ... Dr. Desai served as Academy president from March 2024 to March 2025. ... By Seemal R. Desai, MD, FAAD, May 1, 2024 Dear members, ... I hope everyone has been enjoying their spring so far! As we look forward to warm summer weather, I’d like to
Taking notes
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Can scribes or dictation achieve the speed and simplicity of handwritten notes — and give doctors their nights back? ... Can scribes or dictation achieve the speed and simplicity of handwritten notes — and give doctors their nights
Support system
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Dermatologists step in to treat cutaneous side effects of cancer treatments so patients can complete their therapy ... Dermatologists step in to treat cutaneous side effects of cancer treatments so patients can complete their therapy ... By Ruth
Portal pros and problems
Patient portals offer prompt test results — for better or worse ... Feature ... By Ruth Carol, Contributing Writer, November 1, 2022 Following in the footsteps of electronic health records (EHRs), patient portals are here to stay. Like EHRs, patient portals hold the promise of improving patient care and practice
The real jigsaw puzzle of the Brooke-Spiegler Syndrome: Translating the molecular biology to therapy
By Warren R. Heymann, MD Oct. 22, 2018 Residents jump for joy when they see the characteristic "jigsaw puzzle" appearance of cylindromas under the microscope. Histopathology, however, takes us only so far. The future lies in elucidating the molecular pathways of these tumors that lead to therapy. Who could have
Mentorship helps the dermatologic career
AAD member Mariam Mafee, MD, FAAD, loved her time in the Academic Dermatology Leadership Program. Dr. Mafee’s story ... Mariam Mafee, MD, FAAD ... I became interested in the Academic Dermatology Leadership Program (ADLP) when I had made a switch from private practice into academics. I was looking for some
Early diagnosis catches scarring condition
A dermatologist’s quick action helps a patient with alopecia regain her confidence. ... Julie's story ... Julie Wright, patient ... Like a lot of parents, my two kids keep me very busy, so I put taking care of myself on the back burner. However, I knew I needed to take
Advocating for you – iPLEDGE win for patients
AADA secures iPLEDGE win for patients ... For years, we have been working closely with the FDA to make the iPLEDGE program less burdensome for patients. Specifically, your Academy advocated that the FDA reclassify patients who cannot become pregnant. The FDA listened to us. ... iPLEDGE program sponsors are currently
A changing of the guard: New faces at the Academy
From the President ... Dr. Tomecki served as Academy president from March 2021 to March 2022. ... By Kenneth Tomecki, MD, April 1, 2021 Dateline: Cleveland. Friends, countrymen/women, colleagues, dermatologists from coast to coast. Who would have thought the last year would be so memorable, so unnerving, so depressing? No
Switching EHRs: Planning ahead
Legally Speaking ... Daniel F. Shay, Esq. is a health care attorney at Alice G. Gosfield and Associates, P.C. ... By Daniel F. Shay, Esq. , March 1, 2020 Physician use of electronic health records (EHRs) is a modern fact of life; so is physicians switching from one EHR to
Scarred by dogma: Revising recommendations for surgery and isotretinoin use
By Warren R. Heymann, MD Aug. 22, 2017 Severe acne. ... Credit: American Academy of Dermatology teaching slide ... I have had the privilege of prescribing isotretinoin since its release in 1982. Is there any other dermatologic medication that has benefited our patients so greatly? I’ve weathered every isotretinoin controversy
A revelation: Drug-induced pseudoglucagonoma syndrome
By Warren R. Heymann, MD Aug. 21, 2016 Although only having diagnosed the glucagonoma syndrome (GS) once, I have always been fascinated by necrolytic migratory erythema (NME), and conditions that mimic NME, the so-called pseudoglucagonoma syndrome (PGS). ... PGS has been reported with the following conditions: liver disease, inflammatory bowel
Beyond bedside basics
Dermatologists and physician experts discuss bedside manner tips and trends, and how to strengthen the physician-patient relationship. ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, Assistant Managing Editor, February 1, 2025 Imagine you are sitting at a table on the opposite end from the patient with the problem in the middle. What
Leadership story by Kelly M. Cordoro, MD, FAAD
Leadership Development Steering Committee chair Kelly M. Cordoro, MD, FAAD, finds it an incredible privilege to strengthen and expand the programs and offerings of the Leadership Institute. Dr. Cordoro’s story ... Kelly M. Cordoro, MD, FAAD, chair of the AAD’s Leadership Development Steering Committee. ... Leadership training has influenced every
Your Dermatologist Knows see major traditional media successes
As the success of Your Dermatologist Knows continues into its third year, so too do the efforts of the Academy’s media relations team to spread the word about the knowledge and expertise that only a board-certified dermatologist has on skin, hair, and nail conditions. ... This summer, the Academy successfully
Sophie’s choice: Assessing atypical Spitz tumors in the molecular era
Atypical Spitz tumor category. Higher magnification reveals severe cytologic atypia. Although cells exhibit a spindled appearance typical of the Spitz nevus, they appear severely dysplastic with nuclear hyperchromasia and an immunogenic host response. (Hematoxylin-eosin stain; original magnification: ×40.) ... Credit: ... JAAD By Warren R. Heymann, MD Dec. 10, 2018
Pseudomolluscoid papules: A more accurate description than pseudoverrucous papules
By Warren R. Heymann, MD April 28, 2016 When patients ask me how I made their diagnosis so quickly, I politely tell them that if any particular lesion takes more than 25 milliseconds to diagnose, they really do have a problem. ... Today I saw a patient that made me
Psoriatic alopecia and sebaceous glands: An unfinished symphony
By Warren R. Heymann, MD June 15, 2017 Psoriasis and alopecia after initiation of TNFi. A, Diffuse erythematous pustules on the upper back of patient 1. B, Severe alopecia with mild papules on scalp of patient 4. ... Credit: ... JAAD Every so often, patients with psoriasis would ask me
An acne vaccine to make patients happy CAMPers?
By Warren R. Heymann, MD Nov. 12, 2018 When walking back to my office after receiving my flu shot, I thought about how wonderful it be to have a preventive therapy for common dermatologic disorders such as acne. That may not be so far-fetched. ... Acne vulgaris (referred to as
COVID-19 and dermatology
What have we learned about the cutaneous manifestations of the virus and the vaccines? ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, December 1, 2021 While the immediate and long-term effects of COVID-19 on the human body are still being studied, new research regarding the cutaneous manifestations of the virus
Giving thanks
From the President ... Dr. Desai served as Academy president from March 2024 to March 2025. ... By Seemal R. Desai, MD, FAAD, November 1, 2024 Dear members, ... I hope everyone is enjoying their autumn so far! ... Last month kept me busy doing one of my favorite things:
Managing Gen Z patients
Answers in Practice ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, March 1, 2023 DermWorld ... talks to Brittany Craiglow, MD, FAAD, from Yale School of Medicine, about tips for managing Gen Z patients — individuals born after 1996. DermWorld: Tell us about your practice. Brittany Craiglow, MD, FAAD ... Dr. Craiglow:
An important reminder
From the President ... Dr. Kaufmann served as Academy president from March 2022 to March 2023. ... By Mark Kaufmann, MD, FAAD, November 1, 2022 During my presidential year, traveling has become a way of life. I have been to the Annual Meeting in Boston, to the Innovation Academy in
AAD.org public content tops search results
One of the many facets of the Your Dermatologist Knows consumer positioning strategy is curating and optimizing the Academy’s public-facing content so that it is easier for people to find, which helps drive traffic to AAD.org and ensures that the information the Academy supports is among the top search results.
Best of DermWorld Insights and Inquiries
Dec. 26, 2024 We know how much you enjoy Dr. Heymann and the editorial board’s weekly analyses of dermatologic literature, so we’ve created a list of the top 10 most popular issues in 2024 — starting with the most popular issue of the year. ... 1. Weighing in on glucagon-like
Contract language review
Before signing an agreement with a payer, always request the full contract text, which is called the base agreement. Thoroughly review the contract’s terms before you sign so you can flag areas of concern and negotiate alternative language. Contract language can be negotiated at the same time as rates. ...
I remember my first
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, June 1, 2021 When I was a medicine resident in the late 80s, HIV/AIDS was still a new disease, one which almost certainly conferred a death sentence on the mostly young people unlucky
Meaningful benefits — Question of the Week
We have a question for you. ... As a matter of fact, we have many questions for you. As a free member benefit, we provide a ... Question of the Week every Thursday in the ... DermWorld Academy Insider e-newsletter. And you have answers! In 2021, so far 7,130 of
The art of making connections
Establishing an empathetic and honest patient-physician relationship — whether in-person or virtually — can improve dermatologic care and overall practice health ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, Assistant Managing Editor, October 1, 2021 With increased demand for dermatologic care, dermatologists are being pressured to squeeze more patients into their schedules.
Cutaneous complications of immune checkpoint inhibitors
DermWorld highlights some of the common (and not-so-common) skin complications associated with ICIs and shares expert tips for management. ... Feature ... By Heidi Splete, Contributing Writer, March 1, 2024 Immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) are a mainstay of immunotherapy for many cancer types — including breast, colon, liver, lung, skin,
Leading by serving
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Is the servant leadership model right for you? ... Is the servant leadership model right for you? ... By Ruth Carol, contributing writer People often choose a career in medicine to help others, so why not choose a
Wow!
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, April 1, 2025 Attendance at the 2025 Annual Meeting in Orlando last month broke our all-time record with over 20,000 attendees! I hope you were one of the many who enjoyed an
Is there a genetic basis of CCCA and, if so what is it?
Clinical Applications ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld . She interviews the author of a recent study each month. ... By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, July 1, 2019 In this month’s Clinical Applications column, Physician Editor Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, talks with Amy McMichael, MD, about her recent
Prolactin and its role in stress-induced psoriasis: Milking the data
By Warren R. Heymann, MD Jan. 18, 2018 Patients will readily acknowledge that stress worsens their psoriasis. When asked how this happens, I respond by mentioning the "mind-body connection" using the term "psychoneuroimmunology;" patients nod in agreement, feigning understanding; appropriately so, because frankly, I don’t understand it either. ... The
Dermatomyositis oddities: Could one be responsible for the other?
By Warren R. Heymann, MD Sept. 19, 2016 So much about dermatomyositis (DM) has intrigued me since medical school. Over the years, I have probably read more about this disease than any other malady. I am always amazed how I much more there is to learn. ... There were two
Der(mom)atology: Navigating parenthood as a physician
Answers in Practice ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor , November 1, 2023 DermWorld ... talks to Asmaa Chaudhry, MD, FAAD, from Stone Ridge Dermatology in Aldie, Virginia, about her tips for balancing two demanding jobs — physician and parent. Asmaa Chaudhry, MD, FAAD ... DermWorld : Tell us about
Centering leadership around wellness
Employers may wonder what role wellness has to play in leadership, or how they can improve an individual’s well-being. But since most people spend so much of their lives working, the workplace is full of opportunities to impact wellness either positively or negatively. Cultivating wellness helps leaders retain employees, maintain
Supporting our veterans
A dermatologist helps a Vietnam veteran manage ongoing skin challenges—including cancer—related to Agent Orange exposure. ... Jack’s story ... Jack Cooper, Retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel, Naples, Florida ... As a helicopter pilot in the Vietnam War, I wasn’t thinking about taking care of my skin – sunscreen was the
Share your experiences with delays or disruption to treatments
Have you experienced step therapy, prior authorization, or non-medical switching, and has it delayed you from accessing a necessary treatment? If so, the Academy wants to hear from you. The Academy advocacy team is active all year long in advocating for patients to have access to effective and affordable treatments.
Could human polyomaviruses cause grover disease?
By Warren R. Heymann, MD May 5, 2017 Clinical images of a man with Grover disease. A, papulovesicular rash on the trunk evolving to crusts and keratotic erosions. B, Zoomed-in image. ... Credit: ... JAAD My profound dermatologic experience in 1970 was the embarrassment I endured abruptly leaving Vincent Chiarello’s
Patients’ (mis)understanding of their skin cancer diagnosis
By Warren R. Heymann, MD ... Sept. 26, 2016 ... "If names be not correct, language is not in accordance with the truth of things." — Confucius ... Occasionally a patient’s misunderstanding of their dermatologic diagnosis can elicit a smile. How can you not chuckle when someone says that
From the editor
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, March 1, 2018 Change is a recurring theme in this month’s ... Dermatology World . Change seems to be a given these days; perhaps it always was, but it’s hard to imagine a
Taking the challenge: Social media, adolescents, and the skin
By Albert C. Yan, MD June 12, 2019 Vol. 1, No. 14 Patterned skin injury can raise the specter of non-accidental trauma. However, over the past decade or so, striking examples of patterned skin injury have emerged among adolescents and pre-teens that share certain features: these are self-induced voluntarily; the
The ultimate prognosis of eosinophilic fasciitis may not be groovy
By Warren R. Heymann, MD Sept. 18, 2017 Presentation in March 2017 with diffuse hyperpigmented sclerodermoid lesions of the bilateral upper extremities with palpable fasciitis and tightening of the distal forearm muscles. ... Credit: ... JAAD My patients with eosinophilic fasciitis (EF, Shulman syndrome) have been fortunate. They have been
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Updated content on fading dark spots on skin of color attracts new readers ... The AAD’s public website content helps tens of millions of potential dermatology patients learn more about their conditions — ... more than 30 million so far in 2021. In the last issue, we highlighted the ...
The risk of melanoma in adults with giant pigmented nevi
By Warren R. Heymann, MD May 27, 2016 Giant pigmented nevi (GPN, defined in reference 1 as > 20 cm in an adult) are among the most challenging lesions from so many perspectives. When diagnosed in childhood, questions from parents regarding the risk of melanoma, approach to monitoring, managing, and
Joining the bullae pulpit: PD-1 inhibitors
By Warren R. Heymann, MD Aug. 25, 2016 As the use of immune checkpoint inhibitors has increased, so have the number of severe immunotherapy-related adverse events (irAEs). Although discontinuation of therapy may result in resolution of these untoward reactions, long-term sequelae and death have been reported. In a recently published
Preparing for MIPS 2023 and beyond
Answers in Practice ... By Olivia Barry, Manager, Practice Management, April 1, 2023 Each month, DermWorld ... tackles issues "in practice" for dermatologists. This month, practice management staff offer tips on MIPS reporting. It’s year five of the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS), so you are probably well aware that
Donors, children, dermatologists: Camp Discovery benefits all
Donor Spotlight ... By Dean Monti, Managing Editor, Special Publications, November 1, 2022 In this new column, DermWorld ... highlights individual members who have gone above and beyond with their Academy contributions. Giving takes many forms and so do our donors. It takes a healthy measure of financial and direct
Practicing inclusivity
Answers in Practice ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, July 1, 2024 DermWorld ... talks to Daniel Yanes, MD, FAAD, from MI Skin Dermatology and Laser Center in Washington, D.C., about how to foster a welcoming practice environment for LGBTQ+ patients. Daniel Yanes, MD, FAAD ... DermWorld: Tell us about
Leadership succession: Sunrise, sunset
Please note that next week DermWorld Insights & Inquiries will be discussing the terbinafine-resistant infections that have now come to the United States . By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD May 17, 2023 Vol. 5, No. 20 Topol’s recent passing unleashed an avalanche of emotion. I watched ... Fiddler on
The challenge of identifying identical twins: Advances in differentiating lupus erythematosus panniculitis from subcutaneous panniculitis-like T-cell lymphoma
By Warren R. Heymann, MD Feb. 22, 2018 Lupus erythematosus panniculitis. Malar eminence with prominent subcutaneous atrophy. ... Credit: ... JAAD Did you ever have trouble telling identical twins apart? Most parents can do so by differentiating minor features that others might overlook, such as the way one laughs, wrinkles
From the editor
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, Physician Editor, September 2, 2019 Last month, we introduced you to digital marketing. Many of our younger members already use their websites and social media platforms to successfully manage and highlight their practices.
Don’t let negative patient reviews bring down your practice
Answers in Practice ... By Olivia Barry, Manager, Practice Management, October 1, 2022 Each month, DermWorld ... tackles issues "in practice" for dermatologists. This month, practice management staff offer tips for managing online patient reviews. Online reviews can be one of the most influential factors when prospective patients choose a
Got milk? Got acne?
By Warren R. Heymann, MD July 30, 2016 I loved to drink milk as a kid — I would guzzle it. I was on the chunky side, so my mother encouraged me to have skim milk to cut down on the calories. I never really cared for it, but she
Idiopathic facial aseptic granuloma — Have we met?
By Warren R. Heymann, MD July 20, 2017 I’m racking my brain wondering if I have ever seen a case of idiopathic facial aseptic granuloma (IFAG) — I know that I never made the diagnosis because I had never heard the term until I read the first reference. I surmise
Help needed
As rural America seeks dermatologists, increasing rural residency tracks may steer them there. ... Feature ... By Ruth Carol, Contributing Writer, May 1, 2023 Looking to treat grateful patients who present with a mix of diverse and challenging cases? Hoping to offer training opportunities for dermatology residents? Willing to work
Nailed it!
Nail experts discuss how to diagnose common — and not-so-common — nail disorders. ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, Assistant Managing Editor, January 1, 2025 Diagnosing conditions of the nail can be confounding. Patients may experience delays in treatment due to challenges in diagnosis. While the nail may seem like
Dupilumab: The first year
By Warren R. Heymann, MD ... Jan. 8, 2018 A patient with severe atopic dermatitis has benefited from dupilumab. ... Credit: Warren R Heymann ... When introduced as dermatologist to a new acquaintance, I’m sure you have heard: "Dermatology is a great field — you don’t cure anybody, so
Expert witness
Legally Speaking ... Clifford Warren Lober, MD, JD, presents legal dilemmas in dermatology every other month. He is a dermatologist in practice in Florida and a partner in the law firm Lober, Brown, and Lober. ... By Clifford Warren Lober, MD, JD, April 1, 2019 Question: Why do we need
Preventing hair loss in breast cancer patients is very cool
By Warren R. Heymann, MD Feb. 15, 2017 Dramatic change in physical appearance before (A) and 1 month after (B) treatment with paclitaxel and carboplatin. ... Credit: ... JAAD The loss of my late aunt Millie to breast cancer was devastating; it was even harder to bear after learning that
It is hard to compete with the Annual Meeting.
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, March 1, 2024 Seriously, getting together with friends and colleagues, being able to pick from hundreds of talks given by expert speakers from all over the world, hearing from leadership about the
Learning to be bold
Twelve-year-old Silas DeHaven, from DeWitt, Iowa, enjoyed his fourth year at Camp Discovery. Silas's story ... Since he was 8 years old, Silas has enjoyed attending Camp Discovery every year. ... My name is Silas, and I like going to Camp Discovery. It’s nice to see other kids like me,
San Diego AAD musings
By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD March 20, 2024 Vol. 6, No. 12 Pre-AAD ... Carlos Vieira, our second-year resident, was too polite to ask directly, so he sent our faculty an email stating the time and place of his first AAD presentation ("Tapinarof-induced acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis" at the
Smarter not harder
In Practice ... Dr. Gardner serves as assistant professor of medicine and dermatology at the University of Washington School of Medicine and works in the dermatology clinic at UW Medical Center Roosevelt and the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance. ... By Victoria Houghton, managing editor, March 1, 2019 Dermatology World talks
Three generations of care for rare genetic disorder
A father, daughter, and grandson share pachyonychia congenita, a rare genetic condition — and the same thoughtful dermatologic care. ... Buff's story ... Buff Farrow, patient ... I live with a rare genetic condition called pachyonychia congenita, which makes my toenails and fingernails grow abnormally thick and causes painful callouses
Paging Dr. Google
Dermatologists discuss the consequences of self-practiced medicine and what physicians can do to educate patients ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, August 1, 2022 "There is no doubt that the modern internet age has empowered people with more information than ever before in human history. Like any tool,
Psoriasis
Key messages ... Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory disease of the immune system that develops when the body makes skin cells too quickly, causing skin cells to pile up and form visible patches or spots on the skin. (1-6) ... Psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis can be associated with other diseases
Dealing with difficult patients
Answers in Practice ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor, May 1, 2021 DermWorld ... talks to Sara Dill, MD, from Luminous Dermatology in Santa Barbara, California, about her tips for improving communication with patients. DermWorld: Tell us about your practice. Dr. Dill: I’m in private practice on the West Coast
No pain, no gain?
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, January 1, 2025 It may be true for sports (although I remain skeptical), but pain associated with doing our jobs does not bode well for a long and happy career in dermatology.
2025 MIPS Categories
MIPS is comprised of four program categories, namely Quality, Promoting Interoperability (PI), Improvement Activities (IA), and Cost. The relative weights, objectives, and participation thresholds change each year, so participants should analyze program changes with each new program year. CMS usually publishes the next year's parameters in November of the preceding
2023 MIPS Categories
MIPS is comprised of four program categories, namely Quality, Promoting Interoperability (PI), Improvement Activities (IA), and Cost. The relative weights, objectives, and participation thresholds change each year, so participants should analyze program changes with each new program year. CMS usually publishes the next year's parameters in November of the preceding
Getting physical
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Does a physician's relationship to fitness affect patient care? ... Does a physician's relationship to fitness affect patient care? ... By Allison Evans, assistant managing editor ... A physician’s job, pared down to its most simplistic form,
From the editor
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, April 1, 2019 A lot has changed in medicine over the past 20 years. We have new diseases, new understanding of old diseases, and innumerable new medications with which to practice our craft.
Donning many hats
Dermatology hospitalists work in several roles to deliver quality expert care. ... Feature ... By Andrea Niermeier, Contributing Writer, March 1, 2024 As medicine is constantly evolving, so are the roles of physicians providing the latest treatments to patients. Dermatology is no exception: before it became its own specialty in
So much has changed
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, August 1, 2022 Last month, we touched upon the impact of innovation in dermatology. This month, I am struck by how all three of our feature articles, and even some of our
An appetite for healthy skin
Can diet affect dermatologic health? Experts weigh in on the evidence. ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor, November 1, 2020 You are what you eat — more than just a mantra, the phrase encapsulates a growing public desire for food-based solutions to targeted health outcomes. However, mixed media
Legal vs. ethical dilemmas in dermatology
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Your heart says ‘yes,’ but your lawyer says ‘no’ — experts weigh in on how to make the right choice ... Your heart says ‘yes,’ but your lawyer says ‘no’ — experts weigh in on how to make
All aboard
Answers in Practice ... By Victoria Houghton, Managing Editor, June 1, 2023 DermWorld ... talks to Vermont dermatologist Steven Shama, MD, MPH, FAAD, who recently directed a session on managing office politics at the 2023 AAD Annual Meeting, about strategies to onboard new employees. DermWorld: Tell us about your practice.
April
Issue ... April January February March April May June July August September October November December View digital flipbook In this issue ... From the Editor ... The telltale plastic bag of flakes What's hot ... This month's news from across the specialty Clinical Applications ... Melanoma of the head and
Changing the narrative: The AAD and member centricity
by Melanie Tolley Hall Chief Communications and Marketing Officer, AAD In my previous articles on the AAD rebrand, I touched on two areas of strength the Academy demonstrates: ... education for dermatologists and ... advocacy on behalf of the specialty. This month, I want to shift gears and address member-centricity,
When the physician becomes the patient
Physicians with disabilities discuss what it’s like practicing medicine and how their experiences help shape patient care. ... Feature ... By Alllison Evans, Assistant Managing Editor, October 1, 2024 Physicians are well practiced in caring for people with chronic illnesses and disabilities — both those that are visible and invisible.
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So many questions. So little time.
Experts offer best practices on efficiently addressing patients’ questions about sunscreen. ... Feature ... By Andrea Niermeier, April 1, 2023 Aisles of products, numerous social media top 10 lists, and abundant information on the internet: Consumers can be quickly overwhelmed with sunscreen questions related to types, usage, and safety —
Young Physician Focus: January 2023
Juggling parenting and dermatology ... By Bridget McIlwee, DO, FAAD, ... DermWorld young physician advisor ... This month’s ... DermWorld article " ... A juggling act ," discusses the unique challenges faced by dermatologists who are also parents. For a profession focused on health, medicine has been disappointingly slow to
Conquering failure
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Dermatologists discuss their experiences and perceptions of failure while providing strategies for overcoming setbacks ... Dermatologists discuss their experiences and perceptions of failure while providing strategies for overcoming setbacks ... By Allison Evans, assistant managing editor Most are
PDF of Gold QA
It isn’t necessarily the best movie but my husband and I watched this on our first date so it has sentimental
Knowing the importance of both medical knowledge and personal leadership development
Leadership Development Steering Committee deputy chair Milan J. Anadkat, MD, FAAD believes in the importance of leadership training for dermatologists. Dr. Anadkat’s story ... Milan J. Anadkat, MD, FAAD, deputy chair of the AAD’s Leadership Development Steering Committee. ... Leadership training is so important. I found it critical for helping
More than just avocado toast
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... How to recruit and retain millennial doctors ... How to recruit and retain millennial doctors ... By Emily Margosian, content specialist Rose gold iPhones aside, millennials are making waves in health care. Currently the largest living generation —
Hiking the Dolomite mountains in Italy
AAD member Ava T. Shamban, MD, FAAD, raised awareness and funds for skin cancer prevention and detection through Skin Cancer, Take a Hike!™ Dr. Shamban’s story ... Skin Cancer, Take a Hike!™ in 2022 was monumental. I was so fortunate to be a part of this amazing adventure. An estimated
Implementing the right type of solo practice: From an expert
Interview with Julie A. Hodge, MD, MPH Have you always been a solo practitioner? No, I actually began as part of a group dermatology practice. At the time, there was rapid growth in group HMOs, and we got nervous about competing. We went through the process of becoming a foundation
Having a mentor helped Kala S. Hurst, DO, become a dermatology resident.
Having a mentor helped Kala S. Hurst, DO, become a dermatology resident. Dr. Hurst's story ... Kala Hurst, DO, University Hospitals/Case Western Reserve University’s Department of Dermatology, PGY-2. ... I applied to the AAD Diversity Mentorship Program, but actually did not receive the award. Instead, I found my mentor, AAD
Collaborating to stop an infectious disease
A dermatologist collaborates with an infectious disease specialist to treat a tricky case of leprosy. ... Dr. Hamilton's story ... Keith Hamilton, MD, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania ... At the infectious disease clinic at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, we often need to collaborate with
Teledermatology, fast action stop melanoma before it spreads
Using telemedicine, a dermatologist diagnoses a patient’s melanoma and surgically removes it the same day. ... Donna's story ... Donna Randall, patient ... When your health is at risk, you want to see a doctor. Fast. I learned that in 2018, when my husband and I noticed that one of
Battling bugs...that aren't there
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Dermatologists embrace empathy, antipsychotics to help patients with psychocutaneous disease ... Dermatologists embrace empathy, antipsychotics to help patients with psychocutaneous disease ... By Jan Bowers, contributing writer Dermatologists are well equipped to diagnose and treat all manner of
Challenges ebb and flow, but our “why” remains the same
From the President ... Dr. Kaufmann served as Academy president from March 2022 to March 2023. ... By Mark Kaufmann, MD, FAAD, March 1, 2023 Serving as your Academy President these last 12 months has been a journey filled with opportunities and challenges. While it has been a test of
Dressed for success
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... How important are appearances? Maybe more than you think. ... How important are appearances? Maybe more than you think. ... By Ruth Carol, contributing writer Do you want to improve patient satisfaction? How about improving compliance rates? If
This month’s news from across the specialty
What’s hot ... April 1, 2022 In this monthly column, members of the ... DermWorld Editorial Advisory Workgroup identify exciting news from across the specialty. ... Mallory Abate, MD, FAAD There are so many great podcasts available through the AAD’s ... Dialogues in Dermatology . These podcasts offer short,
AAD | Best Practices for Prior Authorization
Top strategies for prior authorization ... 1. The process of prior authorizations can be painful. Accept that it will take time. ... 2. Assign a dedicated staff member (such as a medical assistant) to handle prior authorization requests, so as a dermatologist, you have more time with patients and more
Filling in
In Practice ... Thomas Kruse, MD, is a dermatologist from Salem, Oregon. ... By Victoria Houghton, assistant managing editor, May 1, 2018 Dermatology World talks with Thomas Kruse, MD, from Salem, Oregon about locum tenens opportunities. ... Dermatology World: Why did you decide to switch from your full-time practice to
Living with extreme chronic skin cancer risk
Xeroderma pigmentosum—a rare genetic condition—greatly increases Aimee’s risk of skin cancers. ... Aimee's story ... When my daughter Aimee was born, I noticed there was something different about her skin. It was very dry and sensitive, much more so than a typical baby, and eventually our pediatrician recommended we see
Collaborating to improve joint and skin care
A joint rheumatology-dermatology clinic streamlines and improves patient care and physician education. ... Dr. Berhanu's story ... Adey Berhanu, MD, RhMSUS, George Washington University ... We have a combined rheumatology-dermatology clinic at George Washington University where we provide dual rheumatology-dermatology appointments, treating a range of diseases from psoriatic arthritis to
Cross-specialty team treats rare cancer
A dermatologist and oncologist collaborate to treat Sézary syndrome, a rare form of lymphoma, after a patient endured years of intense pain. ... Mike’s story ... Mike Murphy, patient ... For a decade, I lived with a burning rash and intense itching that kept me up all night in pain.
2022: Best of DermWorld Insights and Inquiries
December 29, 2022 We know how much you enjoy Dr. Heymann and the editorial board’s weekly analyses of dermatologic literature, so we’ve created a list of the top 10 most popular issues in 2022 — starting with the most popular issue of the year. ... 1. Coming full circle (almost)
Best of DermWorld Insights and Inquiries
Dec. 27, 2023 We know how much you enjoy Dr. Heymann and the editorial board’s weekly analyses of dermatologic literature, so we’ve created a list of the top 10 most popular issues in 2023 — starting with the most popular issue of the year. ... 1. After 23 years, a
Help wanted!
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Experts discuss the ideal qualifications, experience, and characteristics to look for when hiring a coder ... Experts discuss the ideal qualifications, experience, and characteristics to look for when hiring a coder ... By Ruth Carol, contributing writer You
Dermatologist in disguise
In Practice ... In this month's Balance in Practice, ... Dermatology World talks with M. Alan Menter, MD, about how holiday traditions can build community with colleagues and forge patient bonds. ... By Emily Margosian, content specialist, February 1, 2018 Most people just want to see their dermatologist as soon
Finding a diagnosis and treatment for severe blistering
After 17 months of painful blisters, Becky recovers from pemphigus vulgaris and thrives. ... Becky's story ... When I first started getting water blisters in my mouth, they would go away and come back so I thought they were canker sores. But soon I started developing blisters on my skin
Skin care for developing countries
The Academy offers grants to individuals and organizations to fund international volunteer and humanitarian projects under the Skin Care for Developing Countries program. ... Grants available ... Grants vary between $2,500 and $5,000 depending on the proposal, scope of the project, and availability of funds. ... Application timeline ... To
More unintended consequences
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, January 1, 2022 The law was presumably well intended: Patients deserve access to their health information, and to the uninitiated, it makes sense that this should happen immediately. After all, why shouldn’t
Treat the patient who has the disease, not just the disease.
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, February 1, 2024 This month’s feature article about managing skin cancers in the elderly resonated with me, as it addresses a concern that I have had for some time about the way
Community
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, August 1, 2021 So easy to take for granted, until it is gone. I think if we learned nothing else from the pandemic, we learned how valuable our communities are, and how
What do you need to know about emerging, antifungal medication-resistant dermatophyte infections?
Clinical Applications ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld . She interviews the author of a recent study each month. ... By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, September 1, 2023 In this month’s Clinical Applications column, Physician Editor Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, talks with Avrom S. Caplan, MD,
July
Issue ... July January February March April May June July August September October November December View digital flipbook In this issue ... From the Editor ... From the editor What's hot ... What's hot? Clinical Applications ... Is there a genetic basis of CCCA and, if so what is it?
Protecting students from the sun
Barbara Jo Smith, skin cancer survivor and principal of Juniata Elementary School in DuBois, Pennsylvania, knows the importance of seeking shade. Barbara’s story ... Students at Juniata Elementary School are thankful to have a sun-safe place to play outside. ... We were so happy to be able to build a
A 2019 resolution: Talk more, Tweet less
By Warren R. Heymann, MD Dec. 30, 2018 Long ago, and far away, I encountered a patient that changed the way I practice. I was with a medical student while examining a middle-aged woman who presented with a dramatic eruption that was probably DRESS syndrome (DRESS syndrome was not yet
Mentorship encourages dream of dermatology
Support and mentorship led to Kandice Bailey, MD, fulfilling her dream of becoming a dermatologist. Dr. Bailey's story ... Kandice C. Bailey, MD ... Growing up, my interest in dermatology came from seeing loved ones and neighbors endure various dermatologic conditions. Our rural community had limited access to any healthcare
August
Issue ... August January February March April May June July August September October November December View digital flipbook In this issue ... From the Editor ... So much has changed What’s hot ... This month’s news from across the specialty Clinical Applications ... What role should dermatologists take in screening
All politics is local
From the President ... Dr. Tomecki served as Academy president from March 2021 to March 2022. ... By Kenneth Tomecki, MD, FAAD, September 1, 2021 "All politics is local" is a storied term often linked to former House Speaker Tip O’Neill, implying a need for local skills to win elections,
July 13, 2022
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / July 13, 2022 ... Androgenic skin conditions and hormonal IUDs DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : COVID-19 can nail you in so many ways What does Europe’s tattoo ingredient ban mean for
Office Disaster Recovery and Emergency Response
Are you fully prepared when a disaster hits your area? Is your dermatology practice in coordination with federal, state, and local emergency preparedness policies and procedures? It is difficult to know when a disaster will hit your area, but it is essential that your practice be prepared for all manner
Stopping skin cancer spread in the nick of time
Correcting common misconceptions about skin cancer and skin of color help a patient take control of her health and support others. ... Yvonne's story ... Yvonne Basil, patient ... I always thought my darker skin tone protected me from the sun and skin cancer. This common misconception nearly cost me
New skin healthy touts your expertise
The Academy published a new issue of ... skin healthy this summer. Members receive 50 free issues of ... skin healthy and can place them in their waiting rooms and around their offices. ... Each issue of ... skin healthy features articles that directly quote members, so your patients receive
When Washington, D.C., comes to you
From the President ... Dr. Thiers served as Academy president from March 2020 to March 2021. ... By Bruce Thiers, MD, November 1, 2020 If we’ve learned anything this year, it’s the importance of being flexible. For example, before COVID-19, less than 10% of our members were using telemedicine; now,
I am on the OLC. Where can I find the JAAD and Dialogues in Dermatology quizzes?
Asked and Answered ... January 1, 2019 We’re here to help you get your quiz fix (and those CME credits)! ... First, visit the AAD’s Online Learning Center (OLC) homepage. You can access it at: ... www.aad.org/olc . ... If you aren’t already logged in, do so now with your
Trouble getting off-label meds? Flawed compendia causing coverage denials for dermatologic conditions
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... A group of researchers reviewed two compendia used to make Medicare Part D coverage determinations for off-label prescribing, and found the compendia "incomplete, outdated, idiosyncratic, and unpredictable" for some chronic dermatologic conditions, according to recent
Helping a young girl thrive
A dermatologist treats a tricky case of vitiligo, helping his patient regain her confidence. ... LaChandra’s story ... Kamyrn Wilcox ... When my daughter Kamryn was in fifth grade, we noticed lighter spots start to appear on her face. Her complexion is dark, so the difference was notable. At the
It has been an incredible journey.
From the President ... Dr. Hruza served as Academy president from March 2019 to March 2020. ... By George Hruza, MD, MBA, March 1, 2020 It boggles the mind how quickly 12 months can pass. As I sit here thinking back on the past year serving as your Academy president,
What do syphilis and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever have in common?
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, December 1, 2024 Besides the fact that both cause skin rashes, syphilis and spotted fever rickettsiosis (of which RMSF is one), are reportable to local/state health departments and are followed by the
Every engine needs a tune-up.
Secretary-Treasurer Report ... By Daniel D. Bennett, MD, FAAD, November 1, 2023 The key to longevity in any endeavor is consistent maintenance. The AAD’s strategic plan is the engine that drives our mission to "advance excellence in dermatology," and like any machine, our strategic plan requires re-examination every so often.
Bringing dermatology to the Mississippi Delta
A dermatologist establishes a monthly dermatology clinic to provide lifesaving care to patients in the underserved Mississippi Delta. ... Dr. Brodell's story ... Mississippi is an underserved state. We currently have fewer than 60 dermatologists for 3 million people, and some parts of the state, like the Delta, don't have
AAD garners widespread media coverage
Many of the Academy’s members offer their expertise for features we pitch to the media on a wide variety of topics, and the AAD makes an effort to get these features placed in media outlets across the country to ensure your expertise is recognized and valued. ... So far in
From the editor
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, October 1, 2019 Unintended consequences. What do direct-to-consumer (DTC) genetic testing, pediatric drug testing, and electronic health records all have in common? The potential for unintended consequences. Consequences of doing them, of not
I always knew firefighting was a dangerous occupation
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, March 1, 2023 I grew up in a very small town where firemen, all of whom were volunteers from the community, were called to action with a very loud siren that would
Don’t wait to transform your practice’s waiting room
Patients often dread the waiting room, and we can probably all remember dreary examples. But this means there is an opportunity to stand out by making this space inviting, comfortable, and pleasant. Patients may spend more time here than they do in the exam room, so it is important to
2021 is finally here
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, January 1, 2021 While 2020 started off innocently enough, the cancellation of the Annual Meeting, shocking as it seemed at the time, was perhaps the first hint that this was not to be
AADA Practice Management Center – Designed to help you run a safe and efficient practice
Answers in Practice ... By Faiza Wasif, Associate Director, Practice Management, February 1, 2023 Each month, DermWorld ... tackles issues "in practice" for dermatologists. Let’s paint a picture of the "perfect" dermatology practice. What does it look like? Is there a hustle and bustle of patients in and out constantly?
AADA Practice Management Center – Designed to help you run a safe and efficient practice
Answers in Practice ... By Faiza Wasif, Associate Director, Practice Management, February 1, 2023 Each month, DermWorld ... tackles issues "in practice" for dermatologists. Let’s paint a picture of the "perfect" dermatology practice. What does it look like? Is there a hustle and bustle of patients in and out constantly?
What's causing your child's itchy rash?
A dermatologist addresses the difference between eczema and allergic contact dermatitis BOSTON, MA (March 25, 2022) — Itchy rashes can be very irritating, especially when children get them, and you don’t know what is causing them. While these rashes are often caused by eczema, in some cases they are caused
2025 AAD Innovation Academy: Education and program
Search sessions Search the program of educational sessions offered at the 2025 AAD Innovation Academy and plan your customized educational experience. ... Schedule-at-a-glance Get a snapshot of the educational program, designed with minimal overlap so you can attend the sessions that matter most to you. ... Showcase your work Submissions
A trend I cannot endorse
By Warren R. Heymann, MD Feb. 17, 2017 A patient with a morbilliform eruption was assessed at our clinic. My resident evaluated him first before presenting the case to me. ... "Did he have any systemic symptoms?" I inquired. ... "He endorsed diarrhea," my resident replied. ... "You mean he
The magic of dermatology
Balance in Practice ... Angela Funovits, MD, is a dermatologist in Mayfield Heights, Ohio. ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor, November 1, 2019 At just 10 years old, dermatologist Angela Funovits, MD, began teaching herself magic. "I had seen one particular program on TV," she said, "and for some reason
We are living in a new golden age for dermatology
From the President ... Dr. Cronin served as Academy president from March 2023 to March 2024. ... By Terrence A. Cronin Jr., MD, FAAD, April 1, 2023 Like the rest of you, I have just returned from an invigorating and rewarding AAD Annual Meeting in New Orleans. We had an
Mentee guidelines
Getting started with your mentor ... You should contact your mentor within two weeks of receipt of your assignment. You and your mentor should agree upon a convenient time to speak and confirm that you know how to contact each other (via email, telephone, etc.). You also should agree on
International Grant stories
The AAD's international grant programs improve dermatologic care to those in underserved areas around the world through education and service. ... Learn more about the impact of these grant programs by reading the stories below. ... Rewarding on every level Dermatologist Anthony B. Mak, MD, PhD, FRCPC, DABD was so
Modifiers
Modifiers: Providing additional details ... Learn when to append a modifier to a procedure or E/M code. Improper application of modifiers is a frequent cause for rejected reimbursement, so be sure you are meeting requirements. ... Common modifiers Learn about the most commonly used modifiers in dermatology. ... Modifier 24
Medicine approaches gender parity; falls short of racial and ethnic diversity
Facts at your fingertips ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor, July 1, 2021 Every three years, the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) releases a statistical report in combination with data from the American Medical Association (AMA) on diversity in medical education and the physician workforce in the United States.
Giving back as a leader
Leadership training increased the confidence of AAD member Matthew C. Willett, MD, FAAD. Dr. Willett’s story ... Matthew C. Willett, MD, FAAD ... Attending the American Academy of Dermatology’s Leadership Forum greatly increased the confidence I had in my leadership potential and strengthened my resolve to continue to contribute to
Navigating the encounter when you suspect trafficking
The meaning of support should be determined by the patient him/her/their self given the severe coercion and manipulation that defines exploitation. In few other areas of medicine is trauma-informed care more critical than when interacting with this patient population. The dermatologist’s goal is not to obtain a disclosure about trafficking,
PBM advocacy wins for dermatology patients
With several wins for patient access to critical medications, the AADA continues to urge pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) and payers to improve patient access to needed treatments and challenge payer use of step therapy, formulary changes, non-medical switching, and/or payer-mandated drug substitution. ... AADA advocacy wins on behalf of members
Industry showcase webinars
This series of complimentary webinars connects you with industry professionals showcasing new therapies, emerging trends, and ground-breaking research. ... Register to attend live and take advantage of a Q&A with the experts or watch on demand when it’s convenient for you. ... Industry Showcase Webinars make it convenient and easy
The power of state advocacy
From the President ... Dr. Hruza served as Academy president from March 2019 to March 2020. ... By George Hruza, MD, MBA, November 1, 2019 When you think of advocacy, what do you think of? Capitol Hill and Congress? CMS and the FDA? If so, you’re not wrong. Many facets
November
Issue ... November January February March April May June July August September October November December View digital flipbook In this issue ... From the Editor ... So, what's a Kodachrome? What's hot ... This month's news from across the specialty Clinical Applications ... When is pyoderma gangrenosum not pyoderma gangrenosum?
Advocating for you — Step Therapy Reform
Step therapy reform making a difference for the way you practice ... Too often, step therapy protocols interfere with patient care and create unwanted burden on dermatology practices. Treatment decisions should be made between you and your patient, resting clinical authority in your hands. ... We’re advocating on behalf of
Patients (or customers?) welcome
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Can physicians enhance patient satisfaction without sacrificing care? ... Can physicians enhance patient satisfaction without sacrificing care? ... By Ruth Carol, contributing writer Whether or not you view patients as customers, there has been a growing emphasis on
Impact Report
The power of AAD comes from you, our members ... In our Impact Report you can see your membership dues at work and in action, enhancing the specialty: advocating for you, educating for you, innovating for you. ... Our power is enhanced by the diverse voices of many, so we
Educating the public – Choose a derm
Choose A Dermatologist campaign increases public awareness of dermatology ... Every month, our public education social posts are seen by 1.75 million people on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook! Through the Choose A Dermatologist campaign, we empower you to communicate the value of choosing a dermatologist on your individual channels so
Unity is our greatest responsibility.
From the President ... Dr. Cronin served as Academy president from March 2023 to March 2024. ... By Terrence A. Cronin Jr., MD, FAAD, March 1, 2024 It has been my highest honor and privilege to serve as your president. I’ve made so many new friends along the way, and
The AAD and the international arena
From the President ... Dr. Tomecki served as Academy president from March 2021 to March 2022. ... By Kenneth Tomecki, MD, FAAD, October 1, 2021 The Academy is clearly a national organization, but it has appreciable international reach and influence in other countries. The Academy has more than 16,000 U.S.
Largest study on racial differences in men with melanoma shows men with skin of color have lowest survival rates
Study author and board-certified dermatologist encourages public to get screened for skin cancer ROSEMONT, Ill. (July 11, 2023) — Melanoma, the most serious form of skin cancer, is highly treatable when detected early, but when the disease advances, it can lead to death. A new article published in the ...
RAC audits: Target areas
This page has quick tips, facts, and links for you to keep on hand so that you can stay on top of the audit game. ... Where a RAC will catch you ... It goes without saying that you must be careful about many procedures when you’re a physician. However,
Advocacy priorities: Private payers
The Academy works with private payers to alleviate administrative burdens for dermatologists, maintain appropriate reimbursement for furnished services, and ensure patients can access covered quality care. ... The Academy builds relationships with public and private payers and examines coverage and payment trends affecting dermatology. ... This critical collaboration addresses immediate
Educating the public – Summer meeting coverage
AAD Summer Meeting and dermatologists’ summer skin care tips make the news ... So far, a total of ... 38 news stories covering the ... 2021 AAD Summer Meeting and new dermatologic research impacting patient treatment and care made headlines that have been seen more than 41 million times. ...
How can I access Dialogues in Dermatology?
Asked and Answered ... January 1, 2025 Your member benefits have never sounded so good! Your 2025 AAD membership now unlocks access to our popular ... Dialogues in Dermatology podcast. No subscription is required, just an active membership. ... Visit ... Your Account page to start listening, learning, and earning
iPLEDGE changes
Ask the Expert ... By Apoorva Stull, Senior Manager, Advocacy Communications, April 1, 2024 DermWorld ... interviews John Barbieri, MD, MBA, FAAD, co-chair of the Academy’s Acne Guidelines Workgroup, about important changes to the iPLEDGE program. DermWorld : In a win for the AADA, dermatologists, and their patients, the FDA
Working to enact step therapy reform in your state
Moving the needle ... By Victoria Houghton, Managing Editor, March 1, 2022 DermWorld ... breaks down the latest highlights of AADA advocacy activities at the federal and state legislative and regulatory level. Too often, step therapy protocols interfere with patient care and create unwanted burdens on dermatology practices. Treatment decisions
Workplace violence
Legally Speaking ... Clifford Warren Lober, MD, JD, presents legal dilemmas in dermatology every other month. He is a dermatologist in practice in Florida and a partner in the law firm Lober, Brown, and Lober. ... By Clifford Warren Lober, MD, JD, June 3, 2019 Question: What is workplace violence?
Nailing the diagnosis of the BAP1 tumor predisposition syndrome
By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD June 5, 2024 Vol. 6, No. 23 I never imagined that I would be writing another commentary on onychopapillomas (Ops) so soon. The initial commentary was devoted to rare malignant Ops. (1) Unsurprisingly, additional reports of malignant Ops have been reported. (2) What else
In Texas the project is always bigger
Henry Lim and his fellow medical students taught skin health to over 70 children. Henry's story ... DIGA students at Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine loved having the opportunity to reach out to so many kids over a live zoom event. ... Thanks to the guidance and training provided by
2021: Best of DermWorld Insights and Inquiries
December 30, 2021 We know how much you enjoy Dr. Heymann and the editorial board’s weekly analyses of dermatologic literature, so we’ve created a list of the top 10 most popular issues in 2021 — starting with the most popular issue of the year. ... 1. Biotin supplementation for hair
Collaborating to help an infant thrive
Dr. Galadari's story ... I received a call from Dr. El-Hattab, a pediatrician, regarding a 7-week-old patient. He was born prematurely, not eating or growing, and had excessively dry skin that created scales on his face, chest, and back. The pediatrics team called me to evaluate the patient and determine
Adopt-a-Shade: Working together
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... By John Stephens, MD At the Indiana Academy of Dermatology (IAD), we do everything we can to make a difference in our communities, to raise awareness of skin health issues, and to protect our patients.
2023 Allergen of the year: Lanolin
Clinical Applications ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld . She interviews the author of a recent study each month. ... By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, June 1, 2023 In this month’s Clinical Applications column, Physician Editor Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, talks with Blair A. Jenkins, MD,
Hair straightening and acute renal injury: The latest data straight up
By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD April 3, 2024 Vol. 6, No. 14 The global hair straightener market has experienced significant growth, with a market size of US$ 587.9 million in 2022, projected to be US$ 759.9 million by 2028. (1) I expected the market to already be in the
CIGNA fixes excimer laser prior authorization process
Ask the Expert ... By Apoorva Stull, Senior Manager, Advocacy Communications, June 1, 2024 DermWorld ... talks to Mollie MacCormack, MD, FAAD, chair of the Academy’s Patient Access and Payer Relations Committee about the AADA’s role in advocating that CIGNA update its process for how excimer laser prior authorization approvals
Leadership story by Maria Teresa García-Romero, MD, MPH, IFAAD
AAD member Maria Teresa García-Romero, MD, MPH, IFAAD had her professional life changed through the Academic Dermatology Leadership Program. Dr. García-Romero’s story ... Maria Teresa Garcia-Romero, MD, MPH, IFAAD ... I completed the Academic Dermatology Leadership Program (ADLP) in 2021. I can say the ADLP was one of the most
A mixed bag
A burgeoning style of dermatologic care that combines traditional medicine with evidence-based alternatives is taking shape ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, assistant managing editor, August 1, 2021 As a child, Peter Lio, MD, FAAD, was an enthusiast for all things mysterious — telepathy, Bigfoot, the Loch Ness Monster. Despite
What's hot?
What's hot ... December 30, 2017 In this monthly column, members of ... Dermatology World 's Editorial Advisory Workgroup identify exciting news from across the specialty. ... Annie Chiu, MD ... Body contouring is not only in demand among patients but presents a unique challenge for physicians to achieve consistent
This month's news from across the specialty
What's hot ... December 1, 2020 In this monthly column, members of the ... DermWorld Editorial Advisory Workgroup identify exciting news from across the specialty. ... Harry Dao Jr., MD Choice and transparency dominate our landscape. It is hard to believe that it was only 2013 when the FDA
In these trying times, your Academy is here for you
From the President ... Dr. Thiers served as Academy president from March 2020 to March 2021. ... By Bruce Thiers, MD, May 1, 2020 I had originally planned to write this column about all the opportunities, programs, and resources that your Academy has to offer. In my first ... DW
Coordinating eczema care at a multidisciplinary clinic
Dr. Attarian's story ... Hrayr Attarian, MD, Sleep Neurologist – Northwest Medicine ... Treating eczema can require a multidisciplinary approach, involving allergists, neurologists, sleep specialists, and dermatologists. That’s because histamine impacts both eczema and insomnia — linking sleep medicine, allergology, and dermatology in treating eczema. For instance, a patient with
Bringing dermatologic knowledge to young students
Marina Handal is a third-year medical student and Master's in Public Health candidate at The Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine at Nova Southeastern University (NSU-KPCOM). Her sister, Jenna Handal, will begin medical school in the Fall of 2024 . Marina's story ... With the generosity of the
Going from student to teacher
How medical student Vanessa Ramos’s own experience with acne led to her using Good Skin Knowledge materials to teach local Girl Scouts about their skin. Vanessa’s story ... Vanessa Ramos ... As an adolescent, I struggled with persistent acne which affected my mental health significantly. I developed poor self-esteem and
A tug of war
The AADA continues to make headway against scope of practice threats. ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, Assistant Managing Editor, September 1, 2024 The tug of war for scope expansion continues. As both sides are poised to pull the rope — and with it the opposing team — across the
So, you want to be on the AAD board of directors?
From the President ... Dr. Kaufmann served as Academy president from March 2022 to March 2023. ... By Mark Kaufmann, MD, FAAD, July 1, 2022 I can certainly understand why (and relate). The AAD’s ... officers and Board members lead the world’s largest dermatologic society, representing more than 20,000 physicians
Alarming but benign: The enigma of acute hemorrhagic edema of infancy
By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD Sept. 8, 2021 Vol. 3, No. 36 "The patient, a fat baby thriving on its mother’s milk, was suddenly attacked by purpura, urticaria and localized edema, lasting about ten days. There were only systemic symptoms from the result of pain. At first the bowels
Deep learning in dermatopathology
By Kiran Motaparthi, MD June 30, 2021 Vol. 3, No. 26 Deep learning algorithms — deep neural networks that model the connections neurons make and analyze images in successive layers to ultimately produce a likelihood of diagnosis — can now distinguish dermoscopic images of nevus and melanoma with greater accuracy
Lidocaine FAQs
Read answers to frequently asked questions below to learn more about the lidocaine shortage. ... Why is it so hard to get lidocaine and lidocaine with epinephrine for my practice right now? ... There are three roots causes that are directly contributing to the current lidocaine shortage. ... COVID-19 (Pandemic):
April 10, 2024
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / April 10, 2024 ... Whey protein consumption and acne severity in men with acne DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Anticipating Iceland — Ice-pack dermatosis Derm Coding Consult : CMS creates permanent
The Academy has something for everyone
From the President ... Dr. Thiers served as Academy president from March 2020 to March 2021. ... By Bruce Thiers, MD, January 1, 2021 Welcome, 2021! January always brings the inevitable questions about New Year’s resolutions and change, so what’s in store for you this year? Are you considering retirement?
Immunohistochemistry
AADA Advocacy to EviCore Leads to Positive Changes on Immunohistochemistry (IHC) Policy ... In response to AADA advocacy, EviCore acknowledged that it has updated its IHC guidelines used by several health plans. The AADA continues to advocate to EviCore and changes to date include: ... It removed management of the
Rebuilding after COVID-19
From the President ... Dr. Thiers served as Academy president from March 2020 to March 2021. ... By Bruce Thiers, MD, June 1, 2020 It’s June 2020. Depending on where you’re located, you may still be in the thick of the COVID-19 pandemic. Others may be fortunate enough to be
Impact Report — Spring 2021
Our focus is on supporting members, and we want to be sure to tell you what we are doing for you. So, in addition to the annual printed Impact Report that we sent you in April, we’re going to continue to check in with you through quarterly updates online. Welcome
What you say vs. what patients hear
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Strategies for improving patient communication, compliance, and satisfaction ... Strategies for improving patient communication, compliance, and satisfaction ... By Emily Margosian, content specialist The scene is set. Already running behind in the day’s schedule, a dermatologist sees their
This month’s news from across the specialty
What’s hot ... October 1, 2022 In this monthly column, members of the ... DermWorld Editorial Advisory Workgroup identify exciting news from across the specialty. ... Mallory Abate, MD, FAAD With growing media hype, "rule-out monkeypox" consults with dermatologists are increasing. So, as a dermatologist, what do you need
From the editor
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, May 1, 2018 Maybe I lack imagination, but I was never the kid who dreamed of being a princess. I did, for a while, consider being an astronaut, but that fantasy ended at
Annual skin cancer exam leads to leukemia diagnosis
A dermatologist discovers deep bruising during a routine skin cancer exam, leading to a leukemia diagnosis. ... John's story ... John Ahern, Phoenix, Arizona ... I’m fair-skinned and live in Phoenix, so an annual skin check is a part of my routine. At the end of 2015, I was completing
Rewarding on every level
Dermatologist Anthony B. Mak, MD, PhD, FRCPC, DABD was so thankful to take part in the Resident International Grant Program and travel to Botswana to provide dermatologic care. Dr. Mak’s story ... Anthony B. Mak, MD, PhD, FRCPC, DABD ... Through funding from the American Academy of Dermatology and support
Digital marketing for dermatologists 101
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Use these basics to build the perfect practice website ... Use these basics to build the perfect practice website ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor Why should dermatologists care about how they’re portrayed online? “It’s like the yellow
Skin conditions by the numbers
Acne ... Acne is the most common skin condition in the United States, affecting up to 50 million Americans annually. (1) ... There are different types of acne (blackheads, whiteheads, pimples, acne cysts or nodules), so a one-size-fits-all approach is not the best way to achieve clearer skin. (2) A
Publishing profiteers
Paper mills sully the integrity of research. ... Feature ... By Andrea Niermeier, Contributing Writer, March 1, 2025 High-impact journals like the ... Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology ( ... JAAD ), ... JAAD Case Reports , ... JAAD Reviews, and ... JAAD International publish pioneering research in
Selling your practice: Five points you need in your contract
The time has come: You’re finally selling your practice. You’ve found the perfect buyer, and a financial adviser has helped you secure the price you want. Everything is in place — or so it seems. There is much more to a contract than the price and payment. Disregarding the less
Surviving and thriving after a natural disaster
Answers in Practice ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, September 1, 2023 DermWorld ... talks to Mary Lupo, MD, FAAD, from the Lupo Center for Aesthetic and General Dermatology in New Orleans, about how to prepare your practice for a natural disaster. Mary Lupo, MD, FAAD ... DermWorld: Tell us
May 20, 2020
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / May 20, 2020 ... COVID-19 and physician compensation: Survey shows likely decline DW Insights and Inquiries : Reopening the dermatologic surgery office in the COVID-19 era Register for the Academy’s virtual
How dry I am: The white scale sign of xerosis
By Warren R. Heymann, MD Dec. 22, 2016 When winter approaches my skin dries out. Fortunately, it doesn’t bother me at all. For others, especially in the elderly, xerosis be a predisposing factor for asteototic eczema, nummular dermatitis or dyshidrotic eczema (1). With so many people presenting with dry
Paradoxical biological reactions and Grandma Dora’s waterbed
By Warren R. Heymann, MD January 22, 2020 Vol. 2, No. 3 My late maternal grandmother Dora — a real ... balabusta (Yiddish for "mistress of the house") — was the first person I knew to get a waterbed. That raised eyebrows, until I explained that it comforted her octogenarian
Medical research funding
Ask the Expert ... By Victoria Houghton, managing editor, August 1, 2021 DermWorld ... spoke to Jennifer Mangone, JD, manager of congressional policy for the American Academy of Dermatology Association (AADA), about the Academy’s advocacy efforts to support medical research funding. DermWorld: Advocating for medical research funding is a top
Members beyond detection
From the President ... Dr. Tomecki served as Academy president from March 2021 to March 2022. ... By Kenneth Tomecki, MD, July 1, 2021 "Under the radar" (i.e., "going unnoticed" or "avoiding unnecessary attention)" — all phrases that define a few Academy members who simply "go about their business" and
The latest in sun protection
New sunscreens now match a person’s skin tone without leaving a visible white film on the skin BOSTON, MA (March 25, 2022) — Throughout the years, sunscreens have evolved to meet the public’s needs. These innovations have included improved protection from sunburn and skin aging, as well as specific formulas
An old dog with a new trick: High dose intralesional steroids in hidradenitis suppurativa
By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD February 2, 2022 Vol. 4, No. 5 Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is hitting its stride academically — deservedly so. In 2000 there were 2 publications about HS in the ... Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology ; in 2010, 9 manuscripts; and, in 2020,
Happy 95th birthday, Mom! A Birthday vish in the Era of “Value-based” healthcare
By Warren R. Heymann, MD ... June 5, 2016 ... I am blessed that my mother is in reasonable health with a keen intellect. She’s a prolific reader, politically engaged, and still independent in mind, body, and spirit. ... She has fought medical ageism on several occasions. At age 88,
Lidocaine shortage
Ask the Expert ... By Victoria Houghton, Managing Editor, January 1, 2023 DermWorld ... spoke to Eric Millican, MD, FAAD, chair of the AADA Regulatory Policy Committee and Drug Shortage Workgroup, about the AADA’s advocacy efforts on the lidocaine and lidocaine with epinephrine shortage. DermWorld: Dermatologists are currently struggling to
This month's news from across the specialty
What's hot ... October 1, 2021 In this monthly column, members of the ... DermWorld Editorial Advisory Workgroup identify exciting news from across the specialty. ... Mallory Abate, MD, FAAD We all know how frustrating it can be when a patient’s acne returns after isotretinoin, requiring them to undergo
Evaluation and management in 2021: Part 4
Cracking the code ... Dr. Miller, who is in private practice in Yorba Linda, California, represents the American Academy of Dermatology on the AMA-CPT Advisory Committee. ... By Alexander Miller, MD, December 1, 2020 Jan. 1, 2021: A new structure for reporting office and other outpatient evaluation and management (E/M)
My diagnostic blind spot: Erythema elevatum diutinum
By Warren R. Heymann, MD Feb. 15, 2018 Erythema elevatum diutinum depicted by erythematous-to-violaceous papules and plaques affecting the extensor surfaces of the patient's arms, legs, and buttocks. ... Credit: ... JAAD I’m certain that every dermatologist — myself included — has a diagnostic blind spot. I came to this
OblIgEd to search for steroid-sparing agents in treating bullous pemphigoid
By Warren R. Heymann, MD ... Jan. 19, 2017 ... I’m always anxious to learn about alternative approaches for treating bullous pemphigoid (BP). Perhaps it’s my imagination, but most of my patients with BP are elderly, diabetic, hypertensive, and anticoagulated. It is impossible to prescribe rituximab out of the
Taking the wheel
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Dermatologists discuss how DataDerm™ drives their success — and the specialty's ... Dermatologists discuss how DataDerm™ drives their success — and the specialty's ... By Victoria Houghton, managing editor "As a small specialty, it may not come as
A culture of inclusivity
The AAD takes diversity, equity, and inclusion seriously and so do our industry partners ... Feature ... By Dean Monti, Managing Editor, Special Publications, November 1, 2021 The AAD strives for a diverse and inclusive environment where all its members have opportunities that enable them to succeed and thrive. Additionally,
Key messaging in social media about acne
Key messages ... Acne is the most common skin condition in the United States, affecting up to 50 million Americans annually. (1) ... There are different types of acne (blackheads, whiteheads, pimples, acne cysts or nodules), so a one-size-fits-all approach is not the best way to achieve clearer skin. (1)
Fooled again: Misdiagnosing cutaneous follicle center lymphoma
By Warren R. Heymann, MD Nov. 9, 2016 I had never been so happy to misdiagnose a lesion. The patient was an 88 year-old man who I had known for years, as he is a life-long friend of my mother in-law. When he was examined for a variety of skin
Can chowing down improve pseudoxanthoma elasticum?
By Warren R. Heymann, MD Oct. 30, 2019 Vol. 1, No. 34 ... I have diagnosed pseudoxanthoma elasticum (PXE, OMIM # 264800) a few times in my career. The immediate excitement of rendering the diagnosis is quickly tempered by the realization that so far there is no definitive treatment
Fever, rash, and lymphadenopathy may be wearing more than one DRESS
By Warren R. Heymann, MD April 24, 2019 Vol. 1, No. 7 As a dermatology resident, I was mesmerized by the concept of "angioimmunoblastic lymphadenopathy with dysproteinemia" (AILD) after seeing a patient presented at our weekly conference at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. I was perplexed as to how
2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule
AADA Advocacy Results in 2024 Conversion Factor Increase ... As a result of continued advocacy by the American Academy of Dermatology Association, President Biden signed the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024 on March 9, which included a 2.93% update to the 2024 Medicate Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) Conversion Factor for dates
Say it ain’t so: Dark chocolate exacerbates acne!
By Warren R. Heymann, MD May 5, 2016 Diet and acne has always been controversial. When I was a child I heard that pizza and chocolate could lead to break-outs; over time that was relegated to be a myth (thank goodness). ... The latest foods that have may possibly lead
Tax reform: What you need to know
Money Matters ... Jason P. Wainscott, JD, is an attorney, author, and general manager of the financial planning firm OJM Group. ... By Jason P. Wainscott, JD, March 1, 2018 Every dermatologist needs to know 2017 saw widespread changes to the federal tax code. There are many cuts and additional
When to see red in linear erythronychia — Malignant onychopapilloma
By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD June 29, 2022 Vol. 4, No. 26 With every passing year, I take increasing comfort in the stability of the linear erythronychia of my left fifth digit. The presumed diagnosis of an onychopapilloma (OP) is very reassuring because every article I ever read about
CPT: Who are they, and why are they doing this to me?
Derm Coding Consult ... By Alexander Miller, MD, FAAD, AAD Representative to AMA CPT Advisory Committee, June 1, 2022 Academy coding staff address important coding topics each month in DermWorld Coding Consult. Read more Derm Coding Consult articles . Do you bill insurers electronically for your dermatology medical services and
Vitiligo or vitiligo-like lesions and PD1-inhibitors: Which is right?
By Warren R. Heymann, MD June 1, 2017 The following is a well-known staple of Jewish humor. I’ve heard it thousands of times, but it always makes me smile: ... In a small town in Russia, people brought their complaints to the Rabbi to settle their differences. One man purchased
Meet the newest Your Dermatologist Knows correspondents
Answers in Practice ... By Matthew Walsh, Member Communications Specialist, March 1, 2025 DermWorld ... talks to Charlie Dunn, MD, FAAD, and Preetha Kamath, MD, FAAD, about the Academy’s Your Dermatologist Knows consumer positioning strategy and what they bring to their new roles as campaign correspondents. DermWorld: What made you
Necrotizing infundibular crystalline folliculitis: Not yet crystal clear
By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD Jan. 29, 2025 Vol. 7, No. 4 Time and exposure to several articles are necessary to crystallize a novel clinicopathological correlation in my mind. Such is the case with necrotizing infundibular crystalline folliculitis (NICF). I suspect that I have seen this condition but have
Granulomatous slack skin: More than one type of mimicry
By Warren R. Heymann, MD November 18, 2020 Vol. 2, No. 46 My chief resident presented a case to me enamored with his clinical diagnosis of granulomatous slack skin (GSS). Although I was delighted that he considered the disorder, I explained why I thought these inguinal and submammary pink-white subtly
An encapsulation of palisaded encapsulated neuromas
By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD Jan. 22, 2025 Vol. 7, No. 3 You know the drill — a patient presents with a solitary, slowly enlarging, dome-shaped, non-pigmented painless facial papule and asks, "Is it skin cancer?" Your clinical and dermoscopic examinations are not definitive, so you respond with uncertainty,
New survey reveals public confusion about risks of tanning and sunburns
American Academy of Dermatology Survey Shows Large Increase in People Getting Tans and Sunburns in 2021 ROSEMONT, Ill. (May 24, 2022) — A recent American Academy of Dermatology survey of more than 1,000 U.S. adults revealed a significant increase in both tanning and number of sunburns in 2021 compared to
How is structural racism affecting atopic dermatitis in African American children?
Clinical Applications ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld . She interviews the author of a recent study each month. ... By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, November 1, 2020 In this month’s Clinical Applications column, Physician Editor Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, talks with Craig Burkhart, MD, MPH, MSBS, about
Golden rules for the golden years
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Strategies for caring for elderly patients ... Strategies for caring for elderly patients ... By Victoria Houghton, assistant managing editor According to the U.S. Census, there were 47.8 million people over the age of 65 in the United
Aquagenic pruritus and polycythemia vera: Still valid (and mysterious) after all these years
By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD Dec. 6, 2023 Vol. 5, No. 48 It was thrilling to deliver the introductory dermatology lecture to our first-year medical students this year because most of the class was ... in person and fully engaged with the material. I am approaching the half-century mark
Finding relief for a perplexing skin condition
A young woman faced years of pain caused by swimming or showering, until two dermatologists diagnose her with aquagenic keratoderma and develop a treatment plan. ... Josie's story ... Josie Lopez – Sarasota, Florida ... When I was 11 years old, I started having pain in my hands after swimming.
Advances in therapy for the Cronkhite-Canada syndrome have increased survival: And that’s the way it is
By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD Aug. 28, 2024 Vol. 6, No. 35 Part of the folklore at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine when I rotated as a fourth-year medical student in dermatology was that a prior resident made the correct diagnosis of Cronkhite-Canada syndrome (CCS). The constellation of
COVID-19 can nail you in so many ways
By Elizabeth Yim, MD, MPH, FAAD, and John Montgomery Yost, MD, MPH, FAAD July 13, 2022 Vol. 4, No. 28 Dr. Elizabeth Yim and Dr. John M. Yost. ... During these difficult and quite frankly, scary times, we have heard numerous reports of various cutaneous manifestations by the SARS-COV-2 infection
Special lights keep a veteran safe during surgery
An interdisciplinary team makes organ transplant surgery safe for a patient with erythropoietic protoporphyria, a rare photosensitivity condition. ... Stacey Creed's story ... Stacey Creed, Cadillac, MI ... My whole life I have had sensitivity to the sun. As a child, my parents would bring me to different doctors, who
From the editor
From the Editor ... Dr. Van Voorhees is the physician editor of ... Dermatology World . She interviews the author of a recent study each month. ... By Abby S. Van Voorhees, MD, February 1, 2018 I sit here this afternoon realizing that this is my last ... Dermatology World
Highlight of summer | AAD Camp Discovery
Medical student Savannah Fakhouri was happy to volunteer at AAD Camp Discovery . Savannah’s story ... Savannah Fakhouri, medical student at University of California, San Diego-School of Medicine. ... The summer after my first year of medical school at University of California San Diego I had the privilege of volunteering
Let’s talk about leading care teams and other elephants in the room
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... Theodore Rosen, MD, who recently completed his term as AAD vice president, takes on an interview with ... Dermatology World Weekly to unpack the varying and passionate opinions dermatologists have about non-physician clinicians and the
2021
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, December 1, 2021 Another year done. It probably wasn’t the year we had all hoped for, as we failed to tame the COVID beast, but we have seen progress with rising vaccination
Speaking the same language
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... How cultural competency can improve communication — and care outcomes ... How cultural competency can improve communication — and care outcomes ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor Sometimes a seemingly innocent gesture can have unintended consequences. In 2012,
Navigating "natural" medicine
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... How to meet patients' desire for alternative medicine with evidence-based care ... How to meet patients' desire for alternative medicine with evidence-based care ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor "We are clearly past the ‘golden age’ where, by
From "slugging" to snail mucin
Dermatologists discuss popular social media trends impacting the skin. ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, October 1, 2023 Social media and the skin have a long history together. For over 15 years, social media has been an ever-growing presence in nearly all facets of life: politics, commerce —
Any month is a good month to give thanks.
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, November 1, 2024 However, there is something special about November — other than the obvious day of Thanksgiving — that encourages me to think about the good things in my life. November
Few words make a dermatologist grimace more than ‘iPLEDGE.’
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, August 1, 2024 Since its inception in 2005, the rigorous and often unyielding pregnancy risk mitigation program has made treating cystic acne a true challenge. While we all support safe use of
Managing patient inquiries after hours
Answers in Practice ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, May 1, 2022 DermWorld ... talks to Jennifer Goldwasser, MD, FAAD, from Goldwasser Dermatology in Hartsdale, New York, about how to manage after-hours patient communications while maintaining a good work-life balance. DermWorld: Tell us about your practice. Dr. Goldwasser: I think
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Warts and all
Remedies for warts abound, but high-quality studies are lacking. ... Feature ... By Jan Bowers, contributing writer, March 1, 2021 Warts, one of the most common skin disorders worldwide, can be easy to treat or maddeningly difficult. Although warts can resolve spontaneously, others readily respond to over-the-counter treatments such as
Going virtual
The rapid transition to digital medical education offers both advantages and challenges ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, assistant managing editor, June 1, 2021 With the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the transition to virtual education happened practically overnight — offering attendees the opportunity to get their CME credits from
The importance of cross-training and preparing for change
Change, as they say, is the only constant we can count on, but change can be difficult to accept and adapt to if you are not prepared. A successful practice should always be thinking "how will you and your team manage change?" By planning for change, you are not only
This one was easy.
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, July 1, 2024 "Dear Dr. Kathryn Schwarzenberger, ... We are delighted to cordially invite you to join us and deliver a keynote speech on your latest research in the 3d World Symposium
From mentor to mentee: Two perspectives on overcoming imposter syndrome
Answers in Practice ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, September 1, 2024 DermWorld ... talks to William James, MD, FAAD, and Paige Porter, MD, about what drives imposter syndrome in medicine and how to implement mentoring strategies to overcome it. DermWorld: Tell us about your practice. William D. James, MD,
Warning signs
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Screening and treating patients with body dysmorphic disorder ... Screening and treating patients with body dysmorphic disorder ... By Ruth Carol, contributing writer Patients routinely come in for cosmetic procedures, but how do you know if the patient
How can physicians better understand and communicate the risks associated with medications and treatments?
Clinical Applications ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld . She interviews the author of a recent study each month. ... By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, January 1, 2024 In this month’s Clinical Applications column, DermWorld ... Physician Editor Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, talks with John E.
On the front lines during COVID-19
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... Linda Stein Gold, MD ... ... Dermatology World Weekly talks with Linda Stein Gold, MD, recently chosen as the AAD’s next vice president-elect and the current division head of dermatology at the Henry Ford
Back in the day...
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Dermatologists reflect on how the practice of dermatology has changed over the past 40 years ... Dermatologists reflect on how the practice of dermatology has changed over the past 40 years ... By Allison Evans, assistant managing editor
‘And miles to go before I sleep…’
From the President ... Dr. Tomecki served as Academy president from March 2021 to March 2022. ... By Kenneth Tomecki, MD, FAAD, March 1, 2022 Holidays over, now the new year, perhaps an early spring, but unlikely… ... From the streets of Brooklyn to the pinnacle of the specialty —
Children are not just little adults
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, February 1, 2023 This teaching point was drilled into me many years ago during my medical school pediatric rotation. Caring for children with skin diseases over the years allowed me to understand
A near miss
Dermatologists discuss patient safety issues in procedural dermatology. ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, Assistant Managing Editor, December 1, 2024 The 2000 landmark report by the Institute of Medicine, ... To Err Is Human: Building a Safer Health System ushered in the patient safety movement in the modern era, bringing
The great resignation
Dermatologists and practice management experts share strategies for minimizing staff turnover. ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, Assistant Managing Editor, April 1, 2023 In 2021, 20% of health care workers left their jobs — more than doubling the pre-pandemic rate. According to a survey conducted by the American Medical Association,
Dermatology at a 'disadvantage'
Enrollment in Medicare Advantage continues to grow. What does it mean for you and your patients? ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, December 1, 2024 Over 67 million people in the United States receive health care coverage through Medicare. ... However, a growing number have begun to defect
Mind the gap
By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD March 16, 2022 Vol. 4, No. 11 Two days from now there will be tears of joy and sorrow in our medical schools, especially for those applying for a dermatology residency. I congratulate those who have matched successfully and welcome you to a marvelous
Technology and innovation
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, July 1, 2022 Without intention, but very apropos of the theme of the upcoming AAD Innovation Academy, almost all our articles in this month’s ... DermWorld are bound by a common thread:
How do we get dermatologic care to those who need it?
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, June 1, 2022 Many potential barriers that limit access to our services — financial, geographic, and social issues — all come into play, often combining into the perfect storm. Reviewing this month’s
How to relieve itchy psoriasis
Board-certified dermatologist shares four tips to ease the itch ROSEMONT, Ill. (March 23, 2023) — Skin issues can have a serious impact on your health and well-being. For the 7.5 million Americans1 living with psoriasis, itch can be the most bothersome part of their condition because it can make it
Which treatment modality of pyogenic granuloma is worth its weight in salt?
By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD July 31, 2024 Vol. 6, No. 31 I get palpitations with every pyogenic granuloma (PG) I encounter. Even though the clinical diagnosis is instant, my personal Jiminy Cricket dermatologist reminds me not to miss an amelanotic melanoma, squamous cell carcinoma, or cutaneous metastasis. If
Troll control
How can dermatology practices respond to false and malicious online reviews while maintaining HIPAA compliance? ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, Assistant Managing Editor, June 1, 2023 The practice of medicine is personal. It’s personal for the patient, and it’s personal for the physician. While negative reviews sting, there is
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... In the wake of the 40th anniversary of the onset of the HIV epidemic , DermWorld Weekly ... talks to Harold Brody, MD, FAAD, co-chair of the Board of Directors of another organization marking its
Finding the right words
In Practice ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor, February 1, 2020 Each month, Dermatology World ... addresses issues "in practice" for dermatologists. This month Dermatology World ... talks with Aisha Sethi, MD, about how the practices of dermatology and poetry intersect. Aisha Sethi, MD ... "It’s similar to how some
Cash-only dermatology practice: The key to this dermatologist’s success
You have been practicing dermatology for decades. You have stayed up-to-date with the latest advances in the field. Every day, you come in dedicated to giving your patients the best care, but something is standing in the way — insurance companies. ... Madhavi Kandula, MD, found herself in this position
First time was unforgettable | AAD Camp Discovery
Medical student Christine Li loved volunteering at Camp Discovery for the first time . Christine’s story ... I learned about Camp Discovery through working with AAD member Karen Wiss, MD, FAAD, a dedicated and inspiring pediatric dermatologist, in the UMass Epidermolysis Bullosa clinic. This summer, I had the opportunity to
PDF of cosmetic career case study
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What is the path forward for treating children with severe atopic dermatitis with dupilumab?
Clinical Applications ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld . She interviews the author of a recent study each month. ... By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, March 1, 2021 In this month’s Clinical Applications column, Physician Editor Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, talks with Amy Paller, MD, about her recent
An AAD-created downloadable summary of resources for identifying and helping survivors of human trafficking
it is important that dermatologists establish personal relationships with reputable local resources so
May 19, 2021
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / May 19, 2021 ... Differentiating early squamous cell carcinoma from actinic keratosis DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Epidemic of melanoma or epidemic of scrutiny? AAD Board selects Keyvan Nouri, MD, MBA,
This month's news from across the specialty
What’s hot ... January 1, 2024 In this monthly column, members of the ... DermWorld Editorial Advisory Workgroup identify exciting news from across the specialty. ... Mallory Abate, MD, FAAD Payer denials are an ever-increasing problem, leading to an increased burden of administrative tasks, and more and more physicians
Caring for patients with disabilities
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... How to stay compliant with ADA guidelines while treating patients with disabilities ... How to stay compliant with ADA guidelines while treating patients with disabilities ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor In July 2020, the Americans with Disabilities
PASI 100 and the perfection paradox
By Warren R. Heymann, MD June 27, 2016 I am not a psychiatrist, but over the years I have concluded that my patients’ happiness is more supratentorial than epidermal. ... As we approach perfection, imperfections take on far greater importance. Some examples: ... In medical school, I spent many Sunday
Behind the lens
In Practice ... Alan Gardner, MD, is a dermatologist in Marietta, Georgia. ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor, February 1, 2019 Picking up photography was a natural fit for a dermatologist, says Alan Gardner, MD, of Marietta, Georgia. "I like beauty; I like seeing things," he explains. "It’s what I
How to control excessive sweating
Board-certified dermatologist shares 6 tips in time for summer ROSEMONT, Ill. (July 17, 2024) — Hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating, is a common medical condition that affects an estimated 15.8 million people in the U.S. It is normal to sweat when you overheat, or your nerves get the best of you.
A presidential viewpoint: “Nobody knew that benign vascular lesions of the lip could be so complicated”
By Warren R. Heymann, MD April 14, 2017 Well, maybe not as befuddling as replacing Obamacare, but there may be occasional difficulties in diagnosing benign vascular lesions of the lip, with implications for appropriate therapy. ... Tobouti et al, in a study from an oral pathology service, found that of
From mentoring LGBT dermatologists, to caring for HIV patients, GALDA looks back on its 40-year journey
Answers in Practice ... By Victoria Houghton, Managing Editor, November 1, 2021 In the wake of the 40th anniversary of the onset of the HIV epidemic , DermWorld ... talks to Harold Brody, MD, FAAD, co-chair of the Board of Directors of another organization marking its 40th anniversary — the
Going green
In Practice ... Drs. Sandra Marchese Johnson and Brad Johnson, MD, opened their practice, Johnson Dermatology, in Fort Smith, Arkansas, in 2006. ... By Victoria Houghton, managing editor, July 1, 2019 Dermatology World talks to Sandra Marchese Johnson, MD, from Johnson Dermatology in Fort Smith, Arkansas, about the green practice
Education: At the core of the Academy
From the President ... Dr. Tomecki served as Academy president from March 2021 to March 2022. ... By Kenneth Tomecki, MD, FAAD, August 1, 2021 Breaking news: thanks to Steve Feldman, I heard about a book, ... The Case Against Education, that basically debunks the value of education, castigating the
Support Camp Discovery
AAD’s ... Camp Discovery gives kids with chronic skin conditions a life-changing summer camp experience. Campers make friends, find acceptance, and are free to be themselves. Camp Discovery provides these children a sense of community and fun, at no cost to their families. ... Learn more about how to get
Feeling supported provides peace of mind
Akua P. Sarfo, MD, PhD, was able to attend her first AAD Annual Meeting without it being financially stressful . Dr. Sarfo's story ... Akua P. Sarfo, MD, PhD, (right) and co-resident Melissa Levoska, MD, enjoyed attending the AAD Annual Meeting. ... The AAD’s Resident Education Grant for the Annual
Setting the stage
Changes to TNM system enhance prognostication for cutaneous cancers ... Feature ... By Jan Bowers, Contributing Writer, October 1, 2021 When French surgeon Pierre Denoix, MD, pioneered the development of a simple staging system for breast cancer in the 1940s and ’50s, he opened a path for physicians treating many
Oral minoxidil: A new use for an old drug?
Clinical Applications ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld . She interviews the author of a recent study each month. ... By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, September 1, 2021 In this month’s Clinical Applications column, Physician Editor Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, talks with Antonella Tosti, MD, about
It’s always the gluten
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, November 1, 2020 Gluten is to dermatitis as brown recluse spider bites are to ulcers. Often blamed, but rarely the cause. I run a contact dermatitis clinic, and without fail, at least one
Identifying illicit drug reactions
Dermatologists discuss the cutaneous signs of established and emerging illicit substances. ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, May 1, 2024 It was a medical mystery. A long-term patient with a persistent skin finding and no known cause. ... "I had an individual who came to see me for
Addressing negative comments on social media
Social media can be a powerful tool for educating the public, connecting with colleagues, staying up to date on the specialty, and more. However, social networking sites also provide forums for patients and the public to express disagreement with your messages or dissatisfaction with your services. ... Allowing an open
Running a tight ship
In Practice ... Dr. Weinkle is a Mohs surgeon at her practice in Brandenton, Florida. She serves as an assistant clinical professor of dermatology at the University of South Florida. ... By Victoria Houghton, managing editor, January 1, 2019 Dermatology World talks with Susan Weinkle, MD, from Bradenton, Florida, about
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Using gene expression profiling to identify risk of melanoma metastasis
Clinical Applications ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld . She interviews the author of a recent study each month. ... By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, June 3, 2019 In this month’s Clinical Applications column, Physician Editor Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, talks with Sancy Leachman, MD, PhD, about her
Bringing like-minded people together
From mentee to mentor, AAD member Jeremy S. Bordeaux, MD, MPH, FAAD finds mentorship important. Dr. Bordeaux’s story ... Dr. Jeremy Bordeaux and his ADLP mentee Mariam Mafee, MD, FAAD. ... I first heard about the Academic Dermatology Leadership Program (ADLP) from friends and became interested myself. I heard from
Living with trimethylaminuria: Research awaiting the smell of success
By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD Feb. 26, 2025 Vol. 7, No. 8 I was mesmerized watching (and listening to) the PBS episode of ... Great Performances devoted to Rodgers and Hammerstein’s 80th anniversary. Rodgers’ melodious scores and Hammerstein’s poignant lyrics remain the ultimate standard of the musical theatre genre.
Trouble in paradise?
As the medical tourism industry grows, patients seeking a discount on health care abroad may pay an unexpected price. ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, August 1, 2023 Earlier this year, medical tourism grabbed headlines — for the wrong reasons. Four American tourists traveling to Mexico in pursuit
What is the AAD Innovation Academy? Is it replacing the AAD Summer Meeting?
Asked and Answered ... July 1, 2022 AAD Innovation Academy is the new meeting program being held this summer, taking the place of Summer Meeting. AAD Innovation Academy will highlight innovation and entrepreneurial practices and provide the latest information on the most popular topic areas, while maintaining some of the
PS-Dispensing
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Setting the tone: Office culture and training administrative staff
In Practice ... In this month's Answers in Practice column, Barry Leshin, MD, talks to ... Dermatology World about how to train administrative staff to fit a practice's culture. ... By Victoria Houghton, assistant managing editor, March 1, 2016 In this month’s Answers in Practice column, ... Dermatology World talks
Gaining experience face-to-face
Brittany Valk, DO, was able to attend her very first in-person AAD Annual Meeting. Dr. Valk’s story ... Brittany Valk, DO, PGY-3 at Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. ... I had the privilege of attending the 2022 AAD Annual Meeting in Boston this past spring. Due to the
COVID-19 skin care and hygiene kits for the homeless
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... DW Weekly spoke with Tufts University medical student Haya Raef, and Jennifer Tan, MD, dermatology faculty member at Massachusetts General Hospital about their efforts to create COVID-19 skin care and hygiene kits for individuals experiencing
An appetite for healthy skin
Take the short quiz below to evaluate your knowledge of diet's impact on the skin. ... November 1, 2020 Diet and the skin ... Can you separate fact from fiction? Put your knowledge to the test. ... Exclusion diets can clear patients' atopic dermatitis. ... True or false? ... Dietary
What common dermatologic diseases can be attributed to therapeutic and cosmetic cultural practices?
Acta Eruditorum ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld . She interviews the author of a recent study each month. ... By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, November 1, 2018 In this month’s Acta Eruditorum column, Physician Editor Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, talks with Nicole Patzelt, MD, and Neelam A.
Glow up
How can dermatologists counsel teens, tweens, and their parents on safe skin care practices? ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, February 1, 2025 With the growing popularity of beauty influencers and viral skin care routines, social media is playing an integral role in shaping how people care for
How can dermatologists identify and help victims of human trafficking?
Clinical Applications ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld . She interviews the author of a recent study each month. ... By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, March 1, 2024 DermWorld ... interviews Shadi Kourosh, MD, FAAD, chair of the Ad Hoc Task Force on Dermatologic Resources for
Patient power
Technology amplifies the patient voice in advocacy groups ... Feature ... By Jan Bowers, Contributing Writer, February 1, 2022 In the early 20th century, when a diagnosis of cancer almost inevitably led to death, a group of 10 physicians and five laypeople launched the American Society for the Control of
Ca$h only
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Examining the viability and ethical implications of opting out of insurance ... Examining the viability and ethical implications of opting out of insurance ... By Emily Margosian, content specialist Dealing with insurance would likely be at the bottom
Employee voices
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Dermatologists offer first-person perspectives on life as an employed physician ... Dermatologists offer first-person perspectives on life as an employed physician ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor For the average dermatologist 20 years ago, starting a career also
What regulatory changes are needed to improve safety and reduce complications of permanent makeup?
Clinical Applications ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld . She interviews the author of a recent study each month. ... By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, January 1, 2025 In this month’s Clinical Applications column, DermWorld ... Physician Editor Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, talks with Jack Newcomer,
Focus on Mohs surgery
Cracking the code ... Dr. Miller, who is in private practice in Yorba Linda, California, represents the American Academy of Dermatology on the AMA-CPT Advisory Committee. ... By Alexander Miller, MD, August 1, 2020 Take the quiz to see if you're up to date. ... You receive a CBR report
Building confidence in girls at a young age
Medical student Priya Uppal uses Good Skin Knowledge to introduce STEM to young girls in her community. Priya’s story ... Priya A. Uppal, BS, BA - Albany Medical College, MS2 ... Introducing science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) activities to girls at a young age fuels curiosity and a desire
What does it mean when all of a patient's patch tests come back negative?
Clinical Applications ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld . She interviews the author of a recent study each month. ... By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, September 2, 2019 In this month’s Clinical Applications column, Physician Editor Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, talks with Erin Warshaw, MD, MS, about her
Reflections on reflectance confocal microscopy for diagnosing benign lichenoid keratoses
By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD July 5, 2023 Vol. 5, No. 27 At the inception of my dermatology residency in July 1980 I read a brief article entitled "Benign Lichenoid Keratosis" (BLK) by Detlef Goette (1) and thought to myself "Remember this — I’ll probably see this lesion now
Being there
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... DW Weekly talked to Diana Bartenstein, MD, a PGY-2 dermatology resident at Massachusetts General Hospital, about her work as a responding clinician on an inpatient COVID-19 ward. For too many COVID-19 patients, the end has
Caring for incarcerated individuals
An inside look at dermatology care within the prison system ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, June 1, 2022 Nearly two million people are currently incarcerated in the United States — more than the rate of any other nation in the world at 573 per 100,000 residents. Despite
Family planning in dermatology
Dermatologist parents share factors to consider when deciding the right time to start a family. ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, March 1, 2025 Physician parents agree: There is no perfect time to have a baby. ... Pinpointing the right time to start a family is always a
Disaster strikes. Are you prepared?
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Experts offer advice on emergency preparedness planning. ... Experts offer advice on emergency preparedness planning. ... By Allison Evans, assistant managing editor “We went through hell after Hurricane Katrina. It was pandemonium. Talk about getting caught without any
Patient preference in dermatologist attire: A lesson from “Annie”
By Warren R. Heymann, MD June 5, 2016 The physician-patient relationship is predicated on trust and confidence. Impressions form rapidly and physician attire is an important component on how patients perceive their physician(s). ... Fox et al surveyed 255 patients (with 63% from a medical dermatology clinic, 24% a dermatologic
Links in the care chain
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Dermatologists are key providers in multispecialty care of melanoma, serious skin disease ... Dermatologists are key providers in multispecialty care of melanoma, serious skin disease ... By Jan Bowers, contributing writer A diagnosis of advanced melanoma marks the
December 14, 2022
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Dec. 14, 2022 ... Are nutritional supplements effective for hair loss? DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : A Frank discussion about earlobe creases DermWorld Young Physician Focus : Zoonotic dermatoses – When
Lifelong learning — A core Academy value
From the President ... Dr. Kaufmann served as Academy president from March 2022 to March 2023. ... By Mark Kaufmann, MD, FAAD, June 1, 2022 All the programs and initiatives that are undertaken by the AAD on behalf of its members, their patients, and the public are guided by its
Academic medical center
Finding the right type of academic practice: From an expert ... An interview with Michel McDonald, MD Academic Dermatologist, Vanderbilt University Medical Center How did you choose your current position? Why did you want to work in the academic setting? I began working at Vanderbilt right out of residency. The
Digital marketing for dermatologists 102
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Use these essentials to get started with social media — or take your online presence to the next level ... Use these essentials to get started with social media — or take your online presence to the next
Melanoma controversies
Screening, biopsy practices questioned as incidence rate increases ... Feature ... By Jan Bowers, contributing writer, September 1, 2021 At first glance, dermatologists would seem to be wildly successful in their decades-long effort to detect and remove cutaneous melanoma lesions before they can metastasize and become deadly. According to the
Specialties collaborate to create an effective treatment plan
A dermatologist and hematologist/oncologist keep a patient’s rare lymphoma in remission. ... Victoria’s story ... Victoria Perez – Phoenix, AZ ... For six years I had discolored spots that looked like bruises across my body—on my arms, legs, abdomen and buttocks. I knew something was off, but didn’t get a
The skin and stress connection
Experts explore the underlying mechanisms of the link between the brain and the skin. ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, assistant managing editor, December 1, 2020 There is generally no question among dermatologists that psychological stress can affect the skin. This year, more than ever, the heightened stress of living
Stepping up
Academy’s leadership programs position dermatologists for success ... Feature ... By Ruth Carol, Contributing Writer, June 1, 2022 Are you unsure of the direction you want your career to go? Could you use help navigating the world of academia? Do you want to hone your leadership and communication skills? If
Sign on the dotted line...
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Tips on improving your compensation package ... Tips on improving your compensation package ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor Faust, the Treaty of Versailles, 20th Century Fox signing away the licensing and merchandising rights for ... Star Wars
What are treatment recommendations for managing CCCA?
Clinical Applications ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld . She interviews the author of a recent study each month. ... By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, August 1, 2024 In this month’s Clinical Applications column, DermWorld ... Physician Editor Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, talks with Susan C.
Till death do you part: Love, marriage, melanoma, and more
By Warren R. Heymann, MD May 21, 2018 ... "What brings you to the office today"? ... "My wife wanted me to get my skin checked." ... If it wasn’t for wives, I wouldn’t have any male patients. ... Seven years ago, my wife noted a lesion on my back,
PDF of Sidbury CV
I am running for the Board because I feel a responsibility to MPH, Harvard, 2008 give back to the specialty
Cyrina finds relief for painful, chronic boils and abscesses
Through Medicaid, a patient finds relief for hidradenitis suppurativa after years of severe, chronic abscesses and blisters. ... Cyrina's story ... Cyrina Anthony, San Francisco, California ... In seventh grade, a boil first appeared under my right arm. It was horrifying and scary and I didn’t even want to tell
Kids with humor make Camp Discovery fun
Medical student and first time volunteer Creighton Pfau had a great Camp Discovery experience. Creighton’s story ... Creighton loved getting to experience fun summer camp activities with the campers. ... My time at Camp Discovery was a great experience. I learned a lot and got to have fun with the
On the shelf
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... What is keeping biosimilars out of reach and when will they be available? ... What is keeping biosimilars out of reach and when will they be available? ... By Allison Evans, assistant managing editor Over the last few
How to hire a great practice manager
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Finding the right fit for your practice ... Finding the right fit for your practice ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor Behind the scenes, who keeps your practice running? According to the 2017 AAD Practice Profile Survey, 64%
Your Dermatologist Knows
One year since launch, where do things stand with the AAD’s new consumer positioning strategy? ... Feature ... By Matthew Walsh, Member Communications Specialist, November 1, 2023 With social media’s ever-growing prevalence in day-to-day life, an all-too-common occurrence is a patient learning some new "trick" from a viral video and
A dermatologist uncovers stage IV lung cancer
A patient visits his dermatologist for a cyst and leaves with a lung cancer diagnosis. ... Richard’s story ... Richard Danzer and dermatologist Brittany Smirnov, DO, FAAD - West Palm Beach, Florida ... A cyst on my back didn’t initially stop me from daily activities, but over time it got
Doing our part to make a difference
From the President ... Dr. Hruza served as Academy president from March 2019 to March 2020. ... By George Hruza, MD, MBA, June 3, 2019 "When you think about yourself, skip the only,’ as in I’m only a surgeon’ or I’m only a dermatologist.’ Think about what needs to be
2025 AAD Innovation Academy Meeting
Secure Your Spot at 2025 AAD Innovation Academy ... Join us for a cutting-edge meeting focused on the latest in dermatology, with a schedule designed for maximum impact. Registration opens to everyone, and standard rates begin on April 2 at 12 p.m. noon CT. ... Register Now July 10-13 |
Positivity rocks activity sheet
REFLECT How does it feel to write positive messages?
HIV 40th anniversary: An oral history
Reflecting on dermatology’s contributions to the investigation and treatment of HIV/AIDS ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor, June 1, 2021 As the world continues to wrestle with the aftershocks of COVID-19, this June marks the 40th anniversary of another deadly virus. Since its first identification in the summer
PDF of Mohs career case study
and dermatologic and dermatologist for request skin cancer screenings and pigmented lesion surgery so
Acne necrotica: A real head-scratcher
By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD May 15, 2024 Vol. 6, No. 20 I sympathize with new residents in dermatology coming to grips with difficult terms and concepts that are essential in practice. As a novice, I recall struggling with the concept of acne necrotica (AN), dreading that I would
PDF of CV and question for Robert Sidbury, MD, MPH, FAAD
I am running for the Board because I feel a responsibility to give back to the EDUCATION specialty
AAD letter to the Atlantic in response to “Against Sunscreen Absolutism”
American Academy of Dermatology President Seemal R. Desai, MD, FAAD Letter to the editor originally submitted to the Atlantic ... on May 17, 2024 ROSEMONT, Ill. (Nov. 8, 2024) — On behalf of the American Academy of Dermatology and its 21,000 members, I am writing to express serious concerns about
Demystifying step therapy
Get familiar with the appeals process, your state’s laws, and what’s happening with reform efforts ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor, March 1, 2021 For many dermatologists, step therapy is an unwelcome and familiar hurdle, often requiring careful navigation of an onerous appeals process while patients fail to
Transitioning to teledermatology over night
Answers in Practice ... By Victoria Houghton, managing editor, July 1, 2020 Sara Perkins, MD ... Dermatology World ... talked to Sara Perkins, MD, from Yale School of Medicine’s Department of Dermatology, about the successful transition of the ambulatory practice from a completely office-based practice to a primarily teledermatology model.
Refocusing on rosacea
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Experts reexamine the disease's classification ... Experts reexamine the disease's classification ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor ‘Tis the season for rosy cheeks. However, for patients with rosacea, a St. Nicholas-worthy flush can be a major source of
Building meaningful connections with staff
Answers in Practice ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, March 1, 2022 DermWorld ... talks to Craig Burkhart, MD, MPH, MSBS, FAAD, from Burkhart Pediatric & Adolescent Dermatology in Cary, North Carolina, about meaningful ways to connect with staff. DermWorld: Tell us about your practice. Dr. Burkhart: We only offer
Practicing during a pandemic
How has COVID-19 impacted dermatologists and their patients? ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor, May 1, 2021 While the ongoing national vaccine rollout has offered a glimmer of light at the end of the tunnel, COVID-19 isn’t over yet. More than a year has passed since the first
Melanoma clinical guideline
More than 1 million people are living with melanoma, and one person dies of the disease every hour. These new evidence-based guidelines address the most commonly considered and utilized approaches for the surgical and medical treatment of primary cutaneous melanoma. Review guideline highlights or download the full guidelines below. ... Access
Demodectic eruptions: More than you mite have imagined
By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD April 26, 2023 Vol. 5, No. 17 Despite the ongoing debate about the precise role of Demodex in the pathogenesis of multiple dermatoses (pityriasis folliculorum, papulopustular and granulomatous rosacea, perioral dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitis, blepharitis, and others), few would argue about the association of the
Best practices for social media
In addition to keeping up with family and friends, social media sites offer several professional benefits and opportunities to dermatologists: ... Stay current on the latest news and research. ... Connect with colleagues. ... Share educational information with patients. ... Promote your practice. ... Position board-certified dermatologists as the experts
Community care
Considerations for dermatologists when treating patients experiencing homelessness ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor, July 1, 2021 Every January, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) conducts a point-in-time count across the country to gauge the rate of homelessness in the United States. In 2019, HUD identified
DWI&I Holiday Greeting 2021
By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD December 22, 2021 Vol. 3, No. 50 Dear ... DWI&I devotee: ... The end of the year is a time for reflection and hope. Everyone reading this commentary has been affected by the pandemic. My heart goes out to anyone who has lost a
Come with me: A skeptic’s journey
Feature ... Dr. Van Voorhees is chair of the AAD Ad Hoc Task Force on Strategic Corporate Positioning. ... By Abby Van Voorhees, MD, April 1, 2020 Two years ago, when I was asked to chair the AAD’s Ad Hoc Task Force on Strategic Corporate Positioning, I was skeptical, but
Susan C. Taylor, MD, FAAD, assumes presidency of the American Academy of Dermatology
ORLANDO, FL (March 7, 2025) — Philadelphia-based board-certified dermatologist Susan C. Taylor, MD, FAAD, will begin her one-year term as president of the American Academy of Dermatology at the close of the AAD’s Annual Meeting. ... Dr. Taylor will lead the world’s largest dermatologic society that represents nearly 21,000 physicians
A dermatology appointment leads to life-saving action
A routine dermatology appointment leads to unexpected life-saving cardiovascular care. ... Roger's story ... Roger Richards, patient ... I’ve struggled with psoriasis for about 20 years. The itching caused by my psoriasis was irritating, and I was very self-conscious about my skin. My current treatment was no longer working, and
Come with me: A skeptic’s journey
by Abby Van Voorhees, MD Chair, AAD Ad Hoc Task Force on Strategic Corporate Positioning Two years ago, when I was asked to chair the AAD’s Ad Hoc Task Force on Strategic Corporate Positioning, I was skeptical, but I said yes. ... Like any good project, this one began with
The ins and outs of billing company contracts
Legally Speaking ... Alice G. Gosfield, Esq. is a health care attorney at Alice G. Gosfield and Associates, P.C. ... By Alice G. Gosfield, Esq., November 1, 2020 Every month, DermWorld ... covers legal issues in "Legally Speaking." This month’s author is Alice G. Gosfield, Esq., who is a health
Prioritizing patient satisfaction
Answers in Practice ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, March 1, 2024 DermWorld ... talks to Vinod Nambudiri, MD, MBA, EdM, FAAD, associate professor of dermatology at Harvard Medical School, about strategies for improving patient satisfaction. Vinod Nambudiri, MD, MBA, EdM, FAAD ... DermWorld: Tell us about your practice. Dr.
Three life lessons
From the President ... Dr. Hruza served as Academy president from March 2019 to March 2020. ... By George Hruza, MD, MBA, April 1, 2019 I am honored and humbled to lead this great organization. I want to thank Dr. Suzanne Olbricht for her strong leadership over this past year
Embracing change
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Strategies to help dermatologists adapt – and be happy about it ... Strategies to help dermatologists adapt – and be happy about it ... By Ruth Carol, contributing writer It seems as if a day doesn’t go by
International Society Annual Meeting Travel Grant
The AAD offers grants for travel to international dermatology meetings. The grants are open to dermatology residents, fellows, or young dermatologists who are within five years of completing residency from the United States and Canada. The grants are for travel to dermatology meetings in Asia, Europe, and Latin America. The
PDF of hospital career case study
hospitalist model and many more are looking to ity to work well with others and communicate effectively do so
Skin Cancer, Take a Hike - 2021 Virtual Event Wrap-Up Report
I’ve been meaning to volunteer again because community engagement is so important to me (I graduated
Virtual hike event report 2021 pdf
I’ve been meaning to volunteer again because community engagement is so important to me (I graduated
From the editor
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, November 1, 2018 November is a perfect month to give thanks. It’s also a good time for personal reflection. As physicians, we have many privileges and, hopefully, much to be thankful for. With
DWI&I Holiday Greeting 2025
By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD Dec. 18, 2024 Vol. 6, No. 50 Dear ... DWI&I Devotee: ... How are you now that 2024 is about to conclude? I’m sure there are many emotions, from relief to anxiety, and from hope to despair. I concluded my holiday greetings in 2023
Giving dermatology a boost
From the President ... Dr. Desai served as Academy president from March 2024 to March 2025. ... By Seemal R. Desai, MD, FAAD, June 1, 2024 Dear members, ... With Skin Cancer Awareness Month wrapping up and summer starting soon, I think this is a perfect time to reflect on
How to check for bedbugs
Board-certified dermatologist’s tips ROSEMONT, Ill. (March 14, 2024) — Bedbugs can make you itch just by thinking about them. These tiny, reddish-brown insects that feed on blood are notorious for infiltrating hotel rooms and luggage, hitchhiking their way back to a new home virtually undetected. ... "Understanding what to be
Expanding your cosmetic services
In Practice ... Beth Santmyire-Rosenberger, MD, PhD, is the owner of Appalachian Spring Dermatology, PLLC, in Fairmont, West Virginia. ... By Victoria Houghton, managing editor, May 1, 2019 Dermatology World talks with Beth Santmyire-Rosenberger, MD, PhD, from Appalachian Spring Dermatology, PLLC, in Fairmont, West Virginia, about how to expand the
Diminishing diagnostic cognitive bias: Anchors away
By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD Sept. 27, 2023 Vol. 5, No. 39 We have all been there, probably daily. You’re an hour behind schedule, and the patient in front of you has a laundry list of complaints demanding that you address them. You shift to autopilot, using your keen
February 20
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / February 20, 2019 ... Biologics may help fight heart disease in psoriasis patients AAD mourns the passing of Richard L. Dobson, MD Feedback requested: AAD joint guideline for reconstruction after skin
From the editor
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, October 1, 2018 October is a wonderful month. The leaves are changing, days are getting shorter, and some of you may even get your first snowfall. There’s college football on and a pumpkin
For patients with erythropoietic protoporphyria the tide has come in
By Warren Heymann, MD May 12, 2021 Vol. 3, No. 19 Oct. 8, 2019, was an eventful day for patients with erythopoietic protoporphyria (EPP) in the United States, when the FDA announced its approval of afamelanotide (Scenesse). (1) The drug was first approved in Italy in 2010. (2) ... Patients
PDF of Glick optional letter
in the arena of practitioners who seek to provide dermatologic care for which we have all trained so
Life is not always pretty.
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, May 1, 2024 I have been a doctor for more than 30 years and have practiced in a wide variety of regions, ranging from a small rural community to a larger urban
Change is inevitable
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, August 1, 2023 What drives change is often worth considering, and it’s interesting to see where change takes us. Change can occur simply as a byproduct of growth and innovation but can
Navigating the physical and emotional demands of a lifelong condition
A dermatologist collaborates with other specialists to manage Kimberly’s chronic hidradenitis suppurativa, a rare and debilitating disease. ... Kimberly Meyer-Gamet's story ... Kimberly Meyer-Gamet and her family ... Nearly 10 years ago, I noticed small lumps on my skin that reappeared from time to time. I didn’t think much about
Recommended reading list
Continue to cultivate your leadership skills with these insightful reading materials. The reading list below is a vast collection of literature that provides an in-depth look at ways you can meet the challenges of your life and career by enhancing your leadership abilities. The list is categorized by competencies identified
Coding: Modifier 25
Modifier 25: In a nutshell ... Use modifier 25 when ... Billing for a significant, separately identifiable E/M service by the same physician on the same day of a procedure or other service. ... Appending only to the E/M code when reported with a minor procedure. ... Do not use
Addressing online misinformation with patients
Answers in Practice ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor , November 1, 2022 DermWorld ... talks to Karan Lal, DO, MS, FAAD, from Affiliated Dermatology in Scottsdale, Arizona, about how to discuss online misinformation with patients. DermWorld: Tell us about your practice. Dr. Lal: I work at Affiliated Dermatology in
Are there best practices for preventing and managing pressure ulcers?
Clinical Applications ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld . She interviews the author of a recent study each month. ... By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, January 1, 2020 In this month’s Clinical Applications column, Physician Editor Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, talks with Joshua Mervis, MD, and Tania J.
Problematic in pregnancy?
Dermatologists discuss the safety of common dermatologic drugs in pregnant patients. ... Feature ... By Jan Bowers, Contributing Writer, June 1, 2023 Few mourned the end of the FDA’s pregnancy risk letter categories for prescription and biologic drug labeling in 2015. In addition to being an oversimplified distillation of available
AAD adopts position statement on sexual and gender minority health
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... At its March meeting, the American Academy of Dermatology’s Board of Directors adopted a ... position statement on sexual and gender minority health . In this interview with ... Dermatology World Weekly , Klint Peebles,
Optimizing the dermatologist-patient encounter
By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD Oct. 5, 2022 Vol. 4, No. 40 My celebration of the USA bicentennial on July 4, 1976, was a glorious affair. I had taken my first plane flight at age 21 to visit Boston, culminating with Arthur Fieldler and the Boston Pops performing Tchaikovsky’s
Young Physician Focus: March 2023
Putting the proper safeguards into place ... By Bridget McIlwee, DO, FAAD, ... DermWorld young physician advisor ... This month’s ... DermWorld article " ... Estate planning 101 " is especially important for young physicians to read. The long, all-consuming years between adolescence and physicianhood can become a blur —
The medium is the message
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, May 1, 2022 It probably wouldn’t surprise many of our younger members if I admit that prior to reading our feature article this month, I had never actually looked at a TikTok
Crowdsourcing
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, April 1, 2021 Who would have ever thought this would be a word we associate with the acquisition of medical knowledge? And yet, here we are. The pandemic changed a lot of things,
#DermTok
TikTok as a tool to engage with public health and promote dermatologic expertise ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, May 1, 2022 For a fleeting moment, there were few questions more pressing than, "Is it a Bones Day?" ... Last fall, Noodle, a 13-year-old pug, shot to stardom
Advocating on behalf of dermatology is an enduring obligation
From the President ... Dr. Hruza served as Academy president from March 2019 to March 2020. ... By George Hruza, MD, MBA, December 1, 2019 The year is winding down, and as usual I find myself reminiscing about the last 12 months — thinking about all of the patients I
How to relieve hives at home
Tips from board-certified dermatologists ROSEMONT, Ill. (Feb. 11, 2022) — Hives are a common skin reaction that causes itchy bumps or raised, swollen-looking patches to appear on the skin. If you have a darker skin tone, hives are often the same color as your skin, or slightly darker or lighter.
AAD 2019 Strategic Plan: Our vision for the future
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... The Academy Board of Directors and President Suzanne Olbricht, MD, convened during a special three-day working event to imagine what the organization should look like a decade from now. What they outlined and documented as
PDF of pediatric career case study
Pediatric dermatology is definitely a lowship positions than applicants, so there is plenty of “social
The compounding conundrum
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Dissecting the compounding guidelines that pit safety concerns against patient access ... Dissecting the compounding guidelines that pit safety concerns against patient access ... By Victoria Houghton, assistant managing editor In the fall of 2012, health officials and
Can oral ivermectin cure pediatric periorificial dermatitis? It mite!
By Warren R. Heymann, MD March 5, 2017 A 13-year-old boy with severe rosacea before (A) and 1 month (B) and 4 months (C) after receiving oral therapy with a single dose of 250 μg/kg ivermectin (case 3). Note the facial desquamation after the first weeks of therapy, not attributable
Practical steps to an environmentally friendly office
Answers in Practice ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor, March 1, 2021 DermWorld ... talks to David Fivenson, MD, — founder of Fivenson Dermatology in Ann Arbor, Michigan — about steps his practice has taken to reduce its carbon footprint. DermWorld: Tell us about your practice. Dr. Fivenson: I’ve been
Kathleen Welsh, MD, FAAD
Donor Spotlight ... By Dean Monti, Managing Editor, Special Publications, June 1, 2023 In this new column, DermWorld ... highlights individual members who have gone above and beyond with their Academy contributions. A determined stride ... Kathleen Welsh, MD, FAAD ... When she’s not practicing as a physician and leading
Epidemic of melanoma or epidemic of scrutiny?
By Jason B. Lee, MD May 19, 2021 Vol. 3, No. 20 The goal of population screening is to detect cancers at their early stages to prevent the associated morbidity and mortality of the late stages. The efforts to detect melanoma in its early stages went into full gear over
Top 3 administrative burdens in dermatology and how to tackle them!
Answers in Practice ... By Faiza Wasif and Swapna Pachauri, AADA Practice Management, December 1, 2021 Each month, DermWorld ... tackles issues "in practice" for dermatologists. This month, practice management staff offer tips on managing the top three administrative burdens. A successful dermatology office is established not only on optimal
How to care for skin with vitiligo
Board-certified dermatologist’s tips to prevent vitiligo from spreading ROSEMONT, Ill. (June 13, 2023) — Vitiligo is a disease that causes the skin to lose its natural color, resulting in light or white patches of skin. This condition, which affects people of all ages and ethnicities, not only affects patients’ skin,
False advertising
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... How to spot fakes in medicine ... How to spot fakes in medicine ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor The ongoing criminal investigation of a disgraced Silicon Valley CEO, a false German heiress who infiltrated New York high
Caveat mTOR revisited: Neurofibromatosis
By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD Feb. 14, 2024 Vol. 6, No. 7 An abridged version of this commentary was published in "A Clinician's Perspective" in the April 2023 issue of the JAAD. ... It is understandable how dermatologists may forget about many details of rare genodermatoses after taking their
Clear as mud
Pulling back the curtain on PBMs for transparent drug pricing. ... Feature ... By Andrea Niermeier, Contributing Writer, April 1, 2024 When hearing "pay no attention to the man behind the curtain," one might be reminded of a wizard in the Land of Oz. However, those in health care may
PDF of Society of Pediatric Dermatology Risks of Indoor Tanning
before vacation so I can get a base tan to protect my skin. Yes.
Cosmetic concerns and considerations
First Person ... By Mordechai M. Tarlow, MD, January 1, 2018 Q: Why didn’t the patient trust her dermatologist? ... A: He kept making rash decisions. Though this oft-repeated joke is somewhat corny, it strikes a chord in many, as some see in it a semblance of the truth. In
What are the environmental effects of oxybenzone and other sunscreen ingredients?
Acta Eruditorum ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the physician editor of ... DermWorld . She interviews the author of a recent study each month. ... By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, October 1, 2018 In this month’s Acta Eruditorum column, Physician Editor Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, talks with Henry W. Lim, MD, and Samantha
Dermatologic FOMO and suggested remedies
By Warren R. Heymann, MD Dec. 10, 2016 "The main problem of the future will be deciding what to do with your newly found leisure time that these inventions will allow." I heard (and believed) this as a 9-year-old boy visiting the General Electric Pavillion exhibiting Disney’s "Carousel of Progress"
Audit process
RAC audits: In a nutshell ... There are three methods of RAC auditing: automated review, semi-automated review, and complex review. ... The RAC will send a letter to inform you that they have found an overpayment and are requesting payment refund. ... There’s nothing like getting a paycheck, and then
Helping kids be carefree
Tatyana Fonseca is a longtime volunteer who keeps coming back. Tatyana’s story ... My name is Tatyana and I got involved with Camp Discovery in 2015. I was initially intended to be a camper in 2014, but as a teenager who underestimated the importance of deadlines, I ended up joining
From distilleries to the State House: Garnering support during COVID-19
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... DW Weekly talked to Art P. Saavedra, MD, PhD, MBA, at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, about his efforts to collect and donate supplies, and raise awareness for the front line health care
COVID-19 impact on employed dermatologists: Part 2
Legally Speaking ... Robert M. Portman, JD, MPP, is a health care attorney with Powers Pyles Sutter & Verville, in Washington, DC, and serves as legal counsel for the AAD and AADA. ... By Ben Tesdahl, JD, Megan La Suer, JD, MHA, and Rob Portman, JD, MPP, October 1, 2020
Empowering physician well-being
Answers in Practice ... By Faiza Wasif, Associate Director, Practice Management, December 1, 2023 Each month, DermWorld ... tackles issues "in practice" for dermatologists. This month, practice management staff explains how to navigate burnout in dermatology. Navigating burnout in dermatology ... Burnout is a term that has become familiar to
Digital strategy for dermatologists
Answers in Practice ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, May 1, 2024 DermWorld ... talks to Lindsey Zubritsky, MD, FAAD, from Premier Dermatology and Skin Cancer Center in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, about tips for building a digital strategy and online presence. Lindsey Zubritsky, MD, FAAD ... DermWorld: Tell us about
Demonstrating the value of dermatologic care to state legislators
Ask the Expert ... By Victoria Houghton, Managing Editor, April 1, 2022 DermWorld ... spoke to Victoria Pasko, assistant director of State Policy for the American Academy of Dermatology Association (AADA), about the Academy’s participation in the National Conference of State Legislatures. DermWorld: The AADA recently participated in the National
Applying phototherapy expertise to the COVID-19 crisis
Inspired to support the COVID-19 response, a dermatologist discovered a new way to sanitize N95 masks, keeping frontline providers safe. ... Iltefat H Hamzavi, MD, FAAD, Henry Ford Health System ... Henry Ford Dermatology and Dr. Hamzavi's story ... Because of supply shortages, many frontline providers don’t have adequate access
Ongoing best practices for HIPAA
Legally Speaking ... Daniel F. Shay, Esq., is a health care attorney at Alice G. Gosfield and Associates, P.C. ... By Daniel F. Shay, Esq., March 1, 2024 DermWorld covers legal issues in "Legally Speaking." This month’s author, Daniel F. Shay, Esq. is a health care attorney at Alice G.
The autumn of a career
... But now the days grow short, I’m in the autumn of the year ... And now I think of my life as vintage wine from fine old kegs ... From the brim to the dregs, and it poured sweet and clear ... It was a very good year
PDF of AAD Elections Ballot Book
She stated that the Academy was currently undergoing the audit process for 2020, so the presentation
PDF of 2022 AAD Election Ballot Book
She stated that the Academy was currently undergoing the audit process for 2020, so the presentation
Optimizing your patient portal
Answers in Practice ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, July 1, 2022 DermWorld ... talks to Laura Houk, MD, FAAD, from MaineHealth Medical Group in Portland, Maine, about her tips on how to effectively manage your patient portal. DermWorld: Tell us about your practice. Dr. Houk: I work at MaineHealth
It takes a team to tackle Ralph's angiosarcoma
A ‘dream team’ of several specialties led by dermatology help a patient recover from two battles with angiosarcoma, a rare and aggressive form of cancer. ... Ralph's story ... Ralph Cousins – Dallas, Texas ... One day in the fall of 2012, I woke up with blood on my pillow
A pandemic of perception
Virtual life has negatively affected patients’ self-perception. Dermatologists may be in a position to help. ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, Assistant Managing Editor, July 1, 2022 Photo editing, once associated with flawlessly airbrushed celebrities, has become not only ubiquitous but nearly a requirement of social sharing. In a highly