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Hands-On at Home
Introducing the AAD’s newest educational activity, Hands-On at Home. This skills-based course combines expert video instruction with hands-on practice to familiarize yourself with new and innovative techniques. Delivering quality education right to your door. ... How it works ... Hands-On at Home: Dermatology Suture Techniques ... We’re bringing our popular
What are the public health and safety implications of using home acrylic nail kits?
Clinical Applications ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the former physician editor of ... DermWorld . She interviews the author of a recent study each month. ... By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, November 1, 2024 In this month’s Clinical Applications column, DermWorld ... Physician Editor Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, talks with Brandon
Demystifying cancer of the nail
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Unfamiliarity leads to missed diagnoses, reluctance to biopsy ... Unfamiliarity leads to missed diagnoses, reluctance to biopsy ... By Jan Bowers, contributing writer “You can’t trust the nail,” remarked Richard K. Scher, MD, a dermatologist with nearly 50
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
Educating our public — Millions tune in to Videos of the Month for your tips on skin, hair, and nails
At the close of 2021, our Videos of the Month received over 21 million lifetime views on platforms like YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. ... Our Videos of the Month share your tips to help patients manage their skin, hair, and nail conditions at home. Each video, around a minute
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
Educating the public – Videos of the month
And…action! AAD Videos of the Month reach the public wherever they are ... Every month we debut a new Video of the Month on our YouTube channel to help subscribers/viewers manage skin, hair, and nail conditions at home — positioning dermatologists as the skin, hair, and nail experts and providing
A nail-biting commentary
By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD Feb. 15, 2023 Vol. 5, No. 7 Reading advice columns has been a lifelong habit, having been enamored as a youth by the practical wisdom offered by "Dear Abby" (Pauline Esther Friedman Phillips) and her twin sister "Ann Landers" (Esther Pauline Friedman Lederer). Another
National healthy skin month: dermatologists provide tips on caring for your skin, hair, and nails
Board-certified dermatologists remind patients that skin, hair, and nail care routines are a key to health ROSEMONT, Ill. (October 25, 2022) — In recognition of National Healthy Skin Month in November, board-certified dermatologists are providing their top tips for caring for your skin, hair, and nails. ... These seven tips
Social media skin care trends: Dermatologists reveal the facts
Board-certified dermatologists provide tips for healthy skin ROSEMONT, Ill. (Oct. 29, 2024) — 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 their skin. Popular trends like the glass-skin look, the Russian manicure, and
September 4, 2024
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / September 4, 2024 ... Most effective treatment for moderate-to-severe acne DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Periocular hypopigmentation of the elderly — A new POTUS dermatosis? Berdazimer gel in patients with molluscum
Diagnosing nail unit melanomas at a faster clip
By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD Aug. 16, 2023 Vol. 5, No. 33 Every dermatologist has examined a pigmented nail, wondering if the pathologic process reflects a nail unit melanoma (NUM) or subungual melanoma (SUM) versus a benign melanocytic lesion (melanocytic activation, lentigo, or nevus), pigmented onychomycosis, or hemorrhage. A
How to treat eczema at home
Tips from board-certified dermatologists ROSEMONT, Ill. (October 27, 2022) — Eczema, or atopic dermatitis, is a common skin condition affecting 1 in 10 Americans. Patients with eczema often experience itchy, dry, raw, and sensitive patches of skin, which greatly impacts their quality of life. As we wrap up Eczema Awareness
Going green: The complexities of the green nail syndrome
By Warren R. Heymann, MD February 3, 2021 Vol. 3, No. 5 I find a unique satisfaction in diagnosing the green nail syndrome (GNS, aka chloronychia, Goldman-Fox syndrome) — it is easy to recognize and very reassuring to patients who were convinced they had a subungual melanoma. Based on new
Awareness months highlight dermatologist expertise
Public education remains a top AAD priority. ... A key goal of the Academy is to position dermatologists as the experts in skin, hair, and nail health, and awareness months offer a great opportunity to do just that. ... June was Acne Awareness Month, and the Academy’s social media content
Excisions
Excisions: In a nutshell ... There are excisions codes for benign or malignant lesions. ... Excision codes require full thickness excision. ... The intent is to remove the entire lesion with margins. ... The excised diameter includes the size of the lesion plus the margins. ... All lesion excision codes
Boards Fodder: Procedural dermatology
Select a title below to access the Boards Fodder PDF. ... NEW! Flap update 2025: Part 2 sliding flaps ... Access the PDF Alopecia areata treatment Antiseptics and sterilization methods Approach to longitudinal melanonychia Atopic dermatitis treatment Biopsy techniques Chemical peels Cosmeceuticals CPT billing codes of common procedures Cryosurgery Derm
Key messages for social media about nails and nail health
Key messages ... Our nails often reflect our general state of health. Changes such as discoloration or thickening can signal health problems, including liver and kidney disease, heart and lung conditions, anemia, and diabetes. ... Changes in color, shape, and/or thickness, swelling of the skin around the nails, bleeding or
AADA pressure on FDA results in iPLEDGE wins
As a result of the Academy’s advocacy efforts, the FDA held a joint advisory committee meeting to discuss ways to minimize the burden of the iPLEDGE REMS program on patients and dermatologists while maintaining safe use of isotretinoin oral capsules for patients. ... Overall, their recommendations were aligned with the
June 4, 2025
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / June 4, 2025 ... Are nail products safe? DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : High-dose vitamin D may be a ray of sunshine for treating sunburn Fatty acid supplements and atopic dermatitis?
Five unsafe skin care trends to avoid
Advice from board-certified dermatologists to keep your skin healthy ROSEMONT, Ill. (Nov. 1, 2023) — Social media platforms are rife with skin care advice from a variety of sources, which can make it difficult to know how to approach the recommendations you find online. In recognition of National Healthy Skin
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
Start the presses!
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Experts offer advice on how to successfully manage media relations ... Experts offer advice on how to successfully manage media relations ... By Victoria Houghton, assistant managing editor When Anne Chapas, MD, arrived in New York City and
Coding: Surgical procedures – Shave removals
Shave removals: In a nutshell ... Shave removal codes are used for either benign or malignant lesions. ... The shave does not extend beyond the dermis. ... Either the entire lesion or only the noxious portion of the lesion is removed. ... Incidental pathology of the tissue removed may be
Videos of the Month earn nearly 100 million media impressions
Since January 2022, the AAD has produced ... six Videos of the Month that teach the public how to care for their skin, hair, and nails. Each video is promoted with a press release urging media outlets to share the videos with their audience. To date, this has generated ...
Reduced Medically Unlikely Edits for Certain Lesion Removals
The 2019 first quarter CCIv25.0 Medically Unlikely Edits (MUEs) have been reduced for a selection of dermatology codes. These edits are developed from clinical data by the National Correct Coding Center (NCCI) provider by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). The MUEs limit the total number of units
October 25, 2023
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Oct. 25, 2023 ... Efficacy of berdazimer gel for molluscum contagiosum clearance DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : A permanent addition to the list of transient neonatal dermatoses — Transient abdominal telangiectasia
Mee too: More than just arsenic
By Warren R. Heymann, MD June 11, 2016 Mee’s lines is the eponym for linear leukonychia, presenting as transverse white bands of the nail plate. It is due to interrupted growth of the nail matrix, resulting in parakeratosis of the nail plate. These lesions grow out with the nail and
The many uses of microneedling
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... How it works, potential applications, and what patients should know ... How it works, potential applications, and what patients should know ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor Once an experimental treatment pioneered through the use of tattoo pistols
Eggs, slime, and the virtual camp experience
Medical student Katie O'Connell, MS helped bring the fun of Camp Discovery to children at home. Katie's story ... Katie O'Connell helped bring the fun of virtual Camp Discovery to children at home with eggs and slime. ... The first pandemic summer, I had the incredible opportunity to organize and
Your Dermatologist Knows media wins 2023
A key part of Your Dermatologist Knows is pitching stories to media outlets in hopes they’ll run news stories sharing information about the wide breadth of knowledge dermatologists have to their readership. We consider every new story published as a result of our pitches as a win, regardless of whether
Biotin supplementation for hair and nail health: Does it pass the test?
By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD November 17, 2021 Vol. 3, No. 46 When patients ask me about biotin supplementation for their hair or nails, the usual question is what dose they should take, not whether or not it has any value. High dose over-the-counter biotin supplements (≥ 5 mg/day,
April 27, 2022
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / April 27, 2022 ... A novel treatment for molluscum contagiosum? DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Eye-opening news about oxymetazoline Trends in prescribing spironolactone for acne, HS in adolescents Racial biases in
Toxicity of topical timolol for infantile hemangiomas in preterm infants: Size matters
By Warren R. Heymann, MD Aug. 13, 2016 I have been using topical timolol (0.5% gel) for the past few years for infants with infantile hemangiomas (IH) with reasonable success, but I am always nervous about prescribing it, as data on the degree of topical absorption remains to be defined.
Nail that code
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, 2016 After examining a patient’s tender, ulcerated papule located on the left thumb lateral nail fold you
Dermatologists, patients unite to battle 2024 Medicare physician payment cuts
In late 2023, CMS released the 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule rule with significant changes to fee-for-service payments and the Quality Payment Program. As a result of the AADA’s advocacy efforts, the final rule included several significant wins, including ... maintaining the 2024 MIPS performance threshold at 75 points, and ...
Keeping abreast of the expanding literature of implant-associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (ALCL)
By Warren R. Heymann, MD July 6, 2016 Silicone gel implants were removed from the US market in 1992 because of health concerns, only to be reintroduced in 2006, with the provision for increased surveillance of health outcomes (1). I was under the (apparently mistaken) impression that the FDA put
A simple stripe or a red flag?
Experts share advice for the often-tricky triage of nail pigmentation. ... Feature ... By Heidi Splete, Contributing Writer, November 1, 2025 Lines or streaks on the nails are not uncommon, but deducing the cause of these discolorations is essential for separating benign melanonychia from nail unit melanoma (NUM). ... Melanonychia,
Systemic amyloidosis presenting as nail dystrophy (and inducing onychophagia in the reviewer)
By Warren R. Heymann, MD June 20, 2016 I admit it — I am plagued with onychophagia (nail biting). It is a life-long habit, and now that I’m 61, I presume that this foible will remain with me to the end. It is worse with anxiety — after reviewing the
How to examine your skin for skin cancer
Board-certified dermatologist shares 5 skin cancer exam tips ROSEMONT, Ill. (May 31, 2023) — Last year, 69-year-old Isabel Lievano's board-certified dermatologist diagnosed the persistent black spot under her nail as melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer. Though she lost her nail, she was thrilled that her dermatologist was able
We let everyone know. No one knows skin, hair, and nails like a dermatologist.
Traditional and social media efforts are paying off. ... The Academy’s Your Dermatologist Knows consumer positioning strategy has been a massive success. A multi-pronged approach to let the public know that only a board-certified dermatologist has the knowledge, experience, and expertise necessary to treat skin, hair, and nail conditions, Your
Stop itchy skin in its tracks
5 tips for relief from a board-certified dermatologist ROSEMONT, Ill. (Sept. 24, 2024) — Itchy skin can be irritating, especially an itch that doesn’t go away. There are many potential causes for itchy skin like common skin conditions such as eczema, shingles, hives, psoriasis, or bug bites, or it could
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
Nailing the diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis
By Warren R. Heymann, MD Oct. 30, 2017 ... A to E, Patient with psoriatic arthritis. A, Dactylitis of 4th toe. B, Enthesitis of Achilles tendon. C, X-Ray of dactylitis of 4th toe. D, Severe nail dystrophy. E, Large discoid plaques on elbows. ... Credit: ... JAAD Nail psoriasis (NP)
November
Issue ... November January February March April May June July August September October November December View digital flipbook In this issue ... From the Editor ... Any month is a good month to give thanks. What’s hot ... This month’s news from across the specialty Clinical Applications ... What are
The evolution of education
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Technology trends have shifted the learning landscape for physicians ... Technology trends have shifted the learning landscape for physicians ... By Allison Evans, assistant managing editor Maybe your medical school experience involved lugging a bag of hefty tomes
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
February 3, 2021
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Feb. 3, 2021 ... How effective are oral hair growth supplements? DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Going green — The complexities of the green nail syndrome A practical guide for managing
Up in the air
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... With the country embroiled in a public health crisis, how much will the 2020 elections inform health care policy? ... With the country embroiled in a public health crisis, how much will the 2020 elections inform health care
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
A game of Jenga
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... How will the outcomes of the midterm elections affect health care policy? ... How will the outcomes of the midterm elections affect health care policy? ... By Allison Evans, assistant managing editor It seems like only yesterday the
April 1, 2020
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / April 1, 2020 ... What to do with iPLEDGE patients during COVID-19 DW Insights and Inquiries : Knuckling down on knuckle pads Medicare offers physicians advance payments to address COVID-19 cash-flow
July 9, 2025
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / July 9, 2025 ... Do at-home LED devices for acne work? DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Standard postoperative wound care practice may be all wet Academy mourns the passing of Ronald
How to prevent keloid scars
Board-certified dermatologist shares tips to reduce your risk ROSEMONT, Ill. (Dec. 6, 2023) — Keloids are a type of raised scar that can occur after an injury, and over time they can grow much larger than the wound itself. Although keloids are not dangerous to a person’s health, they can
How to treat dandruff
Board-certified dermatologist’s tips ROSEMONT, Ill. (Dec. 12, 2023) — Dandruff, a common scalp condition, affects people of all ages, especially in the cold winter months. If you notice small pieces of dry skin flaking from your scalp or persistent itching, it may be time to seek treatment options. ... "It is
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
Don't break the bank!
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... How to do the math before adopting new technology ... How to do the math before adopting new technology ... By Victoria Houghton, assistant managing editor From iPads, to hair-removal devices, to patient portals, there’s no shortage of
The state of scope of practice
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Where do things stand with scope of practice legislation and how has the pandemic affected the law? ... Where do things stand with scope of practice legislation and how has the pandemic affected the law? ... By Emily
May 18, 2022
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / May 18, 2022 ... Abrocitinib efficacy after switching from dupilumab DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Coming to grips with lymphocytic thrombophilic arteritis DermWorld Young Physician Focus : Protecting dermatologic scope of
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
Feeling stressed? It can show in your skin, hair, and nails
Board-certified dermatologist provides the latest information on how mind body practices can help skin and hair conditions VANCOUVER, BC. (July 21, 2022) — Stress is a part of life. Whether your stressors are small or large, they can impact both your mental and physical well-being. While we can’t completely remove
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
November 6, 2024
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / November 6, 2024 ... Do UV nail lamps increase cancer risk? DermWorld Insights and Inquiries: Lipoid proteinosis’ weak, hoarse cry is crying for targeted therapeutic intervention FDA warns against use or
Advisory Board considers five resolutions at General Business Meeting
The American Academy of Dermatology’s Advisory Board met on March 10 at its General Business Meeting during the 2024 AAD Annual Meeting in San Diego and considered five member-submitted resolutions. ... The Advisory voted to not adopt the following resolutions, and they will not move forward for consideration by the
Patient education licensing opportunities
Written and vetted by dermatologists, the AAD’s patient education content is accurate, up-to-date, and most importantly easy to understand. ... Doctors are always looking for reliable and accurate patient education resources for their patients. And now, with your support, your company can use this tool to provide the doctors in
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
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
Biting my nails worrying about atypical presentations of nail unit melanomas
By Warren R. Heymann, MD March 27, 2019 Vol. 1, No. 3 I recently encountered a patient who expressed his disappointment in me, complaining that I was too slow to diagnose a lentigo maligna in a facial solar lentigo that we had been following. How could I miss a melanoma?
Can nail clippings save lives?
Clinical Applications ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the former physician editor of ... DermWorld . She interviews the author of a recent study each month. ... By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, April 1, 2023 In this month’s Clinical Applications column, Physician Editor Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, talks with Adam Rubin, MD,
Social media in medicine
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... How can you use social media to enhance your career and promote your practice? ... How can you use social media to enhance your career and promote your practice? ... By Danielle Tokarz, staff writer The concept of
4 cradle cap tips from dermatologists
Tips from board-certified dermatologists ROSEMONT, Ill. (August 18, 2022) — Bringing home a new baby is a joyous time for any parent. For first time parents, bringing home a new baby can unlock a wide range of emotions—from excitement to nervousness. As you adjust to parenthood, you’ll notice that your
Tips for interviews
Media interviews provide an excellent opportunity for you to educate the public about the importance of skin, hair and nail health. No matter who the reporter is (i.e., local or national) or how the interview is conducted (i.e., in person, by phone or over email), keep the following tips in
Telemedicine in the time of COVID-19...and beyond
How a novel virus disrupted and transformed health care delivery ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, assistant managing editor, July 1, 2021 Since its beginnings in the late 1960s, telemedicine has been relegated to the periphery of the health care system. Rigid rules around patient location and eligible services, interstate
That's not me!
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... How to protect yourself from physician identity theft ... How to protect yourself from physician identity theft ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor In 2017 alone, there were 16.7 million victims of identity fraud, according to data from
May 21, 2025
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / May 21, 2025 ... Factors associated with relapse after isotretinoin treatment DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Fixating on doxycycline-induced fixed drug eruptions Can tattoos increase risk of skin cancer? Methotrexate gel
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 —
July 24, 2024
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / July 24, 2024 ... Is there an association between benzoyl peroxide use and increased blood benzene levels? DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Pancreatic panniculitis — Getting spooked by ghost cells AADA
Providing meaningful benefits — Free CME
Free CME ... One of the prime benefits you receive with your AAD membership is access to CME. ... JAAD provides several excellent opportunities to get free CME by reviewing materials and answering questions. How do you do this? We have a short conversation that explains it all for you!
November 29, 2023
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Nov. 29, 2023 ... Effects of probiotic supplementation in adults with atopic dermatitis DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Sweet sounds of the "SKINphony" — Incorporating music into daily dermatologic practice Is
How to care for dry, cracked heels
Tips from board-certified dermatologists ROSEMONT, Ill. (Feb. 1, 2022) — With the winter in full swing and the cold nipping at your skin, it’s easy for your feet to become dry and cracked. While this may seem like something you have to live with until spring, dermatologists from the American
Blade by blade
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Why grassroots advocacy matters and how Academy members have harnessed their voices to create meaningful change ... Why grassroots advocacy matters and how Academy members have harnessed their voices to create meaningful change ... By Allison Evans, assistant
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
May 9
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / MAY 9, 2018 ... FDA grants lidocaine HCL 1% approval to Spectra Medical AAD Board selects Daniel D. Bennett, MD, as next assistant secretary-treasurer Hawaii passes legislation banning sunscreen with oxybenzone
Equal opportunity for all?
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... How to take steps to address implicit bias in health care hiring ... How to take steps to address implicit bias in health care hiring ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor What do male receptionists and female department
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
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
November 6, 2019
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / November 6, 2019 ... SPF 50+ vs. 100+ — is there a difference? DW Insights and Inquiries : Getting the gist of GIST cutaneous hyperpigmentation disease Academy announces new Executive Director
April 23, 2025
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / April 23, 2025 ... Recommendations for the use of topical, oral minoxidil DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Adding protothecosis to the protocol FDA approves dupilumab for chronic spontaneous urticaria Long-term effectiveness
Promoting your practice on social and traditional media
Social media best practices Access the Academy's guidance on best practices for social media, how to handle negative reviews, and other social media issues for dermatologists. ... Dermatology issues in the news Stay up-to-date on hot topics with this quick reference tool, from issues around sunscreen, to skin cancer awareness,
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
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
Photobiomodulation: Seeing the light
DermWorld highlights the most popular (and effective) applications of red-light therapies, and how to advise patients about the proliferation of products for at-home use. ... Feature ... By Heidi Splete, Contributing Writer, December 1, 2025 Photobiomodulation (PBM) — including low-level laser therapy, low-light therapy, or red-light therapy — involves the
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,
Public health programs
Public health programs ... Many dermatologists offer their time, expertise and financial resources to help enrich the lives of people throughout the world. Their efforts make a difference for children and adults with skin, hair and nail disorders, many of which are life-threatening and impact patients’ quality of life. ...
How to treat minor burns and cuts
Dermatologist shares tips on caring for minor kitchen and holiday accidents ROSEMONT, Ill. (December 6, 2022) — With the holidays upon us, kitchen accidents can become more common as we cook meals for large gatherings of friends and family. In preparation for the holiday season, a board-certified dermatologist from 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
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? ...
Join the Media Expert Team
Become a Media Voice for Dermatology ... Apply to the AAD Media Expert Team to help shape how the public understands skin, hair, and nail health and position dermatologists as the leading experts in care. ... What You’ll Do ... Respond to media interview requests provided by the Academy’s Media
Side gig
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... What can physicians do in addition to clinical services, and how do you get started? ... What can physicians do in addition to clinical services, and how do you get started? ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor While
Plantar melanoma and mechanical stress
By Warren R. Heymann, MD June 15, 2016 Acral lentiginous melanoma (ALM) involves the palms, soles, and nail beds. It is the most common type of melanoma in patients of African or Asian descent. Delays in diagnosis result in more advanced disease at the time of diagnosis. Trauma or chronic
Biopsy coding: Pathology particulars
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, February 1, 2019 Test your knowledge: Biopsy coding —pathology particulars ... Take the quiz to see if you're up
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
In challenging times, civility wins
From the President ... Dr. Thiers served as Academy president from March 2020 to March 2021. ... By Bruce Thiers, MD, October 1, 2020 Since the onset of COVID-19, the world has been turned upside down. As AAD President, I have been hearing first-hand accounts of how this pandemic has
Your Dermatologist Knows continues to show strong results
Launched in October 2022, the ... Your Dermatologist Knows consumer positioning strategy has been successful in its effort to share messages that position board-certified dermatologists as the go-to experts for conditions affecting skin, hair, and nails. The strategy take a multi-channel approach to share messages across platforms. ... As of
Nailing down the treatment for ungual melanoma in situ
By Adam Rubin, MD April 21, 2021 Vol. 3, No. 16 In the recent ... Dermatologic Surgery manuscript "Nail Unit Melanoma In Situ Treated with Mohs Micrographic Surgery" (1), Dr. Divya Srivastava and her colleagues at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center demonstrated the effectiveness of the combination of
Pigmented onychomatricoma: Avoid getting nailed by misdiagnosis
By Warren R. Heymann, MD Dec. 2, 2020 Vol. 2, No. 47 Rightfully, monodactylous linear melanonychia should make any dermatologist nervous, with or without a Hutchinson sign. No nail unit melanoma should be left behind. ... Longitudinal melanonychia (LM) is defined as a longitudinally oriented band of brown-black pigment in
May 17, 2023
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / May 17, 2023 ... What topical psoriasis treatments do patients prefer? DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Leadership succession — Sunrise, sunset FDA extends approval of at-home pregnancy tests under iPLEDGE CDC
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
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
What's the fuss about fungus?
Dermatologist nail experts discuss the diagnosis and management of onychomycosis as well as increasing resistance to anti-fungal therapies. ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, Assistant Managing Editor, January 1, 2024 Onychomycosis (tinea unguium) represents the highest proportion of nail disorders seen in clinical practice. With long and often unappealing therapeutic
Debridements
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, January 1, 2020 Test your knowledge: Debridements ... Take the quiz to see if you're up to date. ...
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
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. ...
Scratching from A Hard Day’s Night? Meet the beetles!
By Warren R. Heymann, MD May 17, 2016 One of my least favorite encounters in dermatology is telling patients that it looks like they have insect bites. The usual responses are: "From what?" "I haven’t been outside," "My vet says my dog doesn’t have fleas," "My wife doesn’t have any
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%
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
An open invitation
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... The cultural factors at play in the re-emergence of infectious disease ... The cultural factors at play in the re-emergence of infectious disease ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor "Fifty years ago, many people believed the age-old battle
September 23, 2020
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / September 23, 2020 ... Nail manifestation and COVID-19: The red half-moon sign DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : The profound dermatologic manifestations of COVID-19: Part VII — Who was that masked man?
October 6, 2021
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Oct. 6, 2021 ... A review of oral nail growth supplements DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Granular detail on granular parakeratosis Coding guidance on reporting lesion services Implementation of COVID-19 phototherapy
Pathways: Inclusivity in Dermatology
Pathways supports students from high school through medical school with exposure, mentorship, and skills to remove barriers to entering – and succeeding in – dermatology. ... Programs emphasize hands-on experience and networking, with opportunities to serve underserved communities and dermatology deserts. ... Participation is open to all applicants who meet
May 4, 2022
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / May 4, 2022 ... Plantar warts: Local hyperthermia vs. cryotherapy DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Eruptive pseudoangiomatosis is real Intralesional methotrexate vs. triamcinolone acetonide for nail matrix psoriasis Report shows physician
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
Long-term care planning
Money Matters ... David B. Snyder, JD, CLU ... ® ... , is an attorney, author, and financial advisor at the wealth management firm OJM Group. He covers financial issues for dermatologists in this quarterly ... Dermatology World column. ... By David B. Snyder, JD, CLU, March 1, 2019 What
Your Dermatologist Knows media wins
If one of your patients has a compelling story about a skin, hair, or nail condition that would resonate with the national media and your patient would be willing to share their personal story with reporters, ... please ask them to fill out this patient consent form , which you
July 8, 2020
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / July 8, 2020 ... Chilblains and COVID-19: Is there an association? DW Insights and Inquiries : Et tu, ibrutinib? How to treat nail lichen planus during the COVID-19 pandemic CMS publishes
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.
American Academy of Dermatology: Media resources
The American Academy of Dermatology is pleased to offer reporters a variety of resources to assist with their news-gathering efforts. The Academy’s communications staff can provide reporters with referrals to board-certified dermatologists for interviews, as well as background information about all aspects of skin, hair and nail care and treatment.
Educating the public — AAD stories seen over 29 billion times in 2021
2021 was an extremely effective year for our media relations efforts. We encourage the media to educate the public about skin, hair, and nail conditions, with the overarching goal of encouraging the public to seek treatment from licensed dermatologists. ... As a result of our media relations activities, our messages
Digital media kit: Consumer advertising
Reach interested consumers searching for information on skin, hair, and nail conditions. Tell them about your products while they are looking for answers to their dermatologic concerns. ... AAD.org AAD.org is the most authoritative dermatology website in the world. With more than 3.75M unique visitors and 4.5M total visits monthly,
Piecemeal policy
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Trump administration addresses health care policies in small bites ... Trump administration addresses health care policies in small bites ... By Ruth Carol, contributing writer While the Trump administration has raced to eliminate the Affordable Care Act (ACA),
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
Casting a wider net
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Will a new health care option for veterans expand access to dermatologic care? ... Will a new health care option for veterans expand access to dermatologic care? ... By Victoria Houghton, managing editor The U.S. Department of Veterans
August 24, 2022
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Aug. 24, 2022 ... Comparing efficacy and safety of laser treatments for tattoo removal DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : The pressure to prevent pressure ulcers Derm Coding Consult : AMA releases
Your Dermatologist Knows media wins 2024
A key part of Your Dermatologist Knows is pitching stories to media outlets in hopes they’ll run news stories sharing information about the wide breadth of knowledge dermatologists have to their readership. We consider every new story published as a result of our pitches as a win, regardless of whether
"Who you gonna call?"
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Which groups regulate which parts of medicine? ... Which groups regulate which parts of medicine? ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor Health care policy is notoriously complex, and even physicians with years of experience may not be completely
February 22, 2023
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Feb. 22, 2023 ... How effective are field treatments for actinic keratosis? DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Saving face — The importance of recognizing facial discoid dermatosis A systematic review of
Educating the public — 2020 snapshot
In 2020, we pivoted our communications efforts to better respond to the real-time needs of the public brought on by the pandemic. While we shifted our efforts, our goal of positioning dermatologists as the experts — even during unprecedented times — never changed. By adapting our traditional messaging to resonate
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
AAD Donor Impact Report
Powered by your generosity ... At the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), the impact of your generosity is clear: healthier skin, empowered communities, and a brighter future for dermatology. Thanks to supporters like you, we provide life-changing opportunities and essential care for those in need, fostering education, awareness, and hope.
Cover your assets
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Experts offer tips on getting the most out of malpractice insurance ... Experts offer tips on getting the most out of malpractice insurance ... By Ruth Carol, contributing writer You may not be paying for your medical malpractice
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
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
Beyond the specialty: How AccessDerm helps primary care providers
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... ... With just a few minutes a day and a smartphone, dermatologists have the potential to make a significant impact in their community by using the Academy’s volunteer teledermatology platform, ... AccessDerm . A
(Un)Equal care for all?
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... As physician bias creates care disparities, what can dermatologists do to balance the scales? ... As physician bias creates care disparities, what can dermatologists do to balance the scales? ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor "Of all forms
More than just poison ivy...
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Identification and treatment of hazardous plant exposures ... Identification and treatment of hazardous plant exposures ... By Emily Margosian, content specialist For most, knowledge of hazardous plants is limited to the phrase, “leaves of three, leave them be.”
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
PDF of BF HA gel technology
Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association directions in residency boards fodder HA gel
Forming ranks
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... On the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic, dermatologists stand with their medical colleagues to help where most needed ... On the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic, dermatologists stand with their medical colleagues to help where most needed ...
Community outreach toolkit: Good Skin Knowledge
What is this program? ... Good Skin Knowledge is the American Academy of Dermatology’s youth education program. The goal is to teach school-age and young teens, ages 8-13, the facts about common skin, hair, and nail conditions. Misunderstanding can lead to teasing and bullying, which is associated with anxiety and
Are you a rash whisperer?
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Patch test. Identify allergens. Avoid them. If only it was that simple to diagnose and treat patients with allergic contact dermatitis. ... Patch test. Identify allergens. Avoid them. If only it was that simple to diagnose and treat
Distracted doctoring
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Experts discuss a growing health care concern ... Experts discuss a growing health care concern ... By Ruth Carol, contributing writer There is a growing patient safety concern that is unrelated to a specific diagnosis, medication, procedure, or
From the editor
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the former physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, April 2, 2018 I hope you enjoyed the AAD Annual Meeting in San Diego. I certainly did. I came home yet again feeling renewed, returning to the clinic armed with new knowledge
Staying safe, even from the sun
Janelle Khan, an employee at AVDA, saw how important providing shade was for families in need. Janelle’s story ... AVDA supporters of the project were happy to attend the dedication ceremony for the shade structure. ... Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse, Inc. (AVDA) is thrilled with our new shade
August 16, 2023
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / August 16, 2023 ... Off-label use of calcineurin inhibitors for dermatologic conditions DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Diagnosing nail unit melanomas at a faster clip What are risk factors for developing
This month’s news from across the specialty
What’s hot ... March 1, 2025 In this monthly column, members of the ... DermWorld Editorial Advisory Workgroup identify exciting news from across the specialty. ... Bryan Carroll, MD, PhD, FAAD "Greatest Greetings of Todays Dr. Carroll! Taking this opportunity, we would like to cordially invite you to contribute
February 7, 2024
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Feb. 7, 2024 ... Androgenetic alopecia: topical minoxidil vs. low-dose oral minoxidil DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Short anagen syndrome — The long and short of it Skin cancer incidence in
Diabetes and your skin
Dermatologist explains how diabetes affects the skin and the importance of proper skin care ROSEMONT, Ill. (November 2, 2022) — Your skin is a window to your overall health, and what happens on your skin is often an indicator of what’s happening inside your body. Skin, hair, and nail conditions
Joining forces
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Collaboration and diverse expertise strengthen clinical practice guidelines ... Collaboration and diverse expertise strengthen clinical practice guidelines ... By Jan Bowers, contributing writer Dermatologists look to the AAD’s clinical practice guidelines to serve as a roadmap for providing
Pulling back the curtain on private equity
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... As dermatology consolidates, private equity expands its reach. What does it mean for the specialty's future? ... As dermatology consolidates, private equity expands its reach. What does it mean for the specialty's future? ... By Emily Margosian, content
April 9, 2025
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / April 9, 2025 ... Finasteride: Risk of depression and suicide? DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Till death do us part — Love, marriage, and cutaneous oncology Adding oral minoxidil to standard
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
Dermatology dress codes loosen their ties
From business casual to scrubs, post-pandemic dermatology offices embrace new standards in professional attire. ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Senior Editor, August 1, 2025 The physician’s white coat: iconic and instantly recognizable as a symbol of authority and professionalism. Like a judge’s robe or firefighter’s uniform, it signals a
An incisive approach to chronic paronychia: The square flap technique
By Warren R. Heymann, MD Aug. 2, 2016 I cannot begin to guess how many patients I have seen with chronic paronychia (CP) since I started my residency 36 years ago. I know precisely how many patients I have referred for surgical correction of CP — zero! The reason for
Public content on AAD.org tops 46 million page views
The public section of AAD.org performed strongly in 2024! ... The website received over 46 million page views from over 33 million unique visitors. The website’s Domain Authority, a score that predicts how likely a website is to rank in search engine result pages, increased from 77 to 79. A
Are we there yet?
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Experts discuss the status of EHR interoperability initiatives ... Experts discuss the status of EHR interoperability initiatives ... By Ruth Carol, contributing writer In an ideal world, physicians could access their patients’ health information from other physicians with
Academy brings Hair Loss Awareness Month to the forefront
August was Hair Loss Awareness Month in 2024. The Academy uses awareness months as an opportunity to help spread information about skin, hair, and nail conditions to the public all while positioning board-certified dermatologists as the go-to experts. ... The AAD’s ... Hair Loss Resource Center was a top stop
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
2023 Global Education Day - Polish Dermatological Society agenda
Session of the Polish Dermatological Society Our most challenging cases Meeting Date: Thursday, March
Showcase of Your Dermatologist Knows Social Media
Social media is a core component of the Academy’s Your Dermatologist Knows strategy. Working with specially selected social media correspondents, we publish content across social media platforms that have an audience of millions. Our posts all share the message that a board-certified dermatologist is the go-to expert for skin, hair,
Become an Academy Social Media Correspondent
As part of the Academy’s ongoing Your Dermatologist Knows ... specialty positioning strategy, the Academy is seeking a new group of members to serve as Social Media Correspondents. In this role, you’d be the face of our mission to show the public that board-certified dermatologists are the skin, hair, and
Think that DIY acne trick is helping? Here’s what dermatologists want you to know
Board-certified dermatologist provides tips for clearer skin ahead of Acne Awareness Month ROSEMONT, Ill. (May 27, 2025) — Acne is one of the most common skin conditions, affecting nearly 85% of people at some point in their lives. With people increasingly turning to social media for skin care advice, at-home
Media contacts
The American Academy of Dermatology is pleased to offer reporters a variety of resources to assist with their news-gathering efforts.The Academy’s public relations staff members provide reporters with referrals to board-certified dermatologists for interviews, as well as background information about all aspects of skin, hair and nail care and treatment.
Giving back is good for the soul
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the former physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, September 1, 2022 Many of our colleagues donate time to charitable or humanitarian causes. Some work close to home, others reach out to help those in need in more distant areas.
Mental health cases in pediatric dermatology
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Experts discuss the cutaneous manifestations of Munchausen by proxy, child abuse, and eating disorders ... Experts discuss the cutaneous manifestations of Munchausen by proxy, child abuse, and eating disorders ... By Barbara Boughton, contributing writer While most dermatologists
The Venetian antithesis: Treating median canaliform nail dystrophy
By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD Oct. 4, 2023 Vol. 5, No. 40 Tony Bennett may have left his heart in San Francisco, but mine remains in Venice. ... (The editorial staff of DWI&I offer our sincerest condolences to the families of those who perished, and our prayers for recovery
Putting care into context
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... New dermatopathology appropriate use criteria from ASDP help guide patient care ... New dermatopathology appropriate use criteria from ASDP help guide patient care ... By Jan Bowers, contributing writer A plethora of new diagnostic tests are enhancing the
Participation in mentorship programs is important to becoming a dermatologist
Support of mentors keeps Brittani Remé, MS, motivated to become a dermatologist. Brittani’s story ... Brittani Remé, MS, Kansas City University, DO Candidate 2024. ... I became interested in dermatology after shadowing a dermatologist for a couple of days before medical school. However, my interest peaked in my preclinical coursework,
Managing melasma
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Dermatologists discuss new understandings of the pathogenesis of melasma and emerging treatments ... Dermatologists discuss new understandings of the pathogenesis of melasma and emerging treatments ... By Jan Bowers, contributing writer The emotional toll of melasma on patients
Humanitarian dermatology extends its reach
Dermatologists take part in medical relief efforts at home and abroad ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, September 1, 2022 "When you take a step back and look at why we went into medicine, what is it that drives us?" asked Naurin Ahmad, MD, MPH, FAAD. "Medical mission
Educating our public — You helped us tell the public why they should #ChooseADermatologist
In the fall of last year, we launched our #ChooseADermatologist campaign, which gave you access to resources and tools to share with patients on your social media channels. By showing your patients and the public why you are the skin, hair, and nail experts, you educated the public one post
How to care for a new piercing
Board-certified dermatologist’s aftercare tips ROSEMONT, Ill. (Sept. 20, 2023) — Piercings can be a fun way for people to enhance their personal style. While people may get piercings on different parts of the body, some piercings, like earlobe piercings, are more common and can be less risky. However, all body
Cyber hacking in health care
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... What do you need to know to keep your practice safe? ... What do you need to know to keep your practice safe? ... By Emily Margosian, content specialist Target, Anthem, Equifax, and...your practice? As headlines continue to
Helping people experiencing homelessness during COVID-19
A medical student and dermatologist create skin care kits to make hygiene items and self care more accessible for people experiencing homelessness during the COVID-19 pandemic. ... Haya's story ... Haya Raef, Tufts University Medical Student ... Just before the COVID-19 pandemic started to take hold in the United States,
Business valuation: How much is my practice worth?
You’ve spent years building your dermatology practice, and you consider it one of your most rewarding accomplishments. Now, you’re ready to retire. And you’re wondering how, when, and where to sell. Perhaps most importantly, you're wondering how to set the right price. ... Business valuation is both an art and
Where can I find the AAD Fellow logo and how can I use it to promote my practice?
Asked and Answered ... May 1, 2024 In a health care environment where non-physician clinicians and others claim to be "skin experts," it is increasingly important to make sure dermatology patients and the public know the profound difference in the advanced training that dermatologists receive. Use the AAD Fellow (FAAD)
San Francisco dermatologist advances innovative treatment on FDA committee
American Academy of Dermatology honors Dr. Kenneth Katz as National "Patient Care Hero" ROSEMONT, Ill. (April 11, 2022) - San Francisco board-certified dermatologist Kenneth Katz, MD, MSc, MSCE, FAAD, was named an American Academy of Dermatology ... Patient Care Hero for his work leading a national advisory committee at the
What’s new in treating actinic keratosis?
Dermatologists discuss how to balance the latest evidence, patient preferences, and clinical experience when treating AKs ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, Assistant Managing Editor, November 1, 2022 Actinic keratoses (AKs) are commonly diagnosed and treated by dermatologists. In fact, the National Ambulatory Medical Care Survey on outpatient medical care
September 20, 2023
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Sept. 20, 2023 ... Reliable, rapid identification of terbinafine resistance in dermatophytic nail and skin infections DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Can tocilizumab deep six recalcitrant morphea? Trends in hair, skin,
Terrence A. Cronin Jr., MD, FAAD, assumes presidency of the American Academy of Dermatology
New Orleans (March 17, 2023) – Board-certified dermatologist Terrence A. Cronin Jr., MD, FAAD, will begin his one-year term as president of the American Academy of Dermatology at the close of the Academy’s Annual Meeting. ... Dr. Cronin will lead the world’s largest dermatologic society that represents more than 20,800
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
Seemal R. Desai, MD, FAAD, assumes presidency of the American Academy of Dermatology
SAN DIEGO (March 8, 2024 ) ... — Dallas-based board-certified dermatologist Seemal R. Desai, MD, FAAD, will begin his one-year term as president of the American Academy of Dermatology at the close of the AAD’s Annual Meeting. ... Dr. Desai will lead the world’s largest dermatologic society that represents nearly
23andDermatology
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... What are the dermatologic implications of direct-to-consumer DNA tests? ... What are the dermatologic implications of direct-to-consumer DNA tests? ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor Spit, swab, drop DNA in the mail. Since genetic tests were first offered
December
Issue ... December January February March April May June July August September October November December View digital flipbook In this issue ... Cracking the Code ... Nail that code
August 17, 2022
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Aug. 17, 2022 ... Do dietary exclusions improve atopic dermatitis? DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Promising therapeutic developments for cutaneous lupus erythematosus — Interfering with interferon Derm Coding Consult : Dermatology
Use the AAD's body mole map for information on how to check your skin for the signs of skin cancer. Keep track of the spots on your skin and make note of any changes from year-to-year.
The ABCDEs of Melanoma Skin Cancer Self-Examination 1 2 What to Look for: How to Check Your Spots: Checking
Your Dermatologist Knows garners solid traditional media placements
Since its launch in October 2022, the AAD’s Your Dermatologist Knows consumer positioning strategy has seen major successes in the realm of print, TV, and online media, and this year is not an exception. To date in 2025, Your Dermatologist Knows-related efforts by the Academy have resulted in over ...
About the Academy
Headquartered in Rosemont, Illinois, the American Academy of Dermatology, founded in 1938, is the largest, most influential, and most representative of all dermatologic associations. ... With a membership of more than 21,000 physicians worldwide, the AAD is committed to advancing the diagnosis and medical, surgical, and cosmetic treatment of the
Dermatology residency memories
First Person ... By Arthur L. Norins, MD, July 1, 2021 DermWorld’s ... First Person column offers Academy members the opportunity to share their personal reflections about how dermatology is changing and how they’ve adapted. A condensed version appeared in print. The American Academy of Dermatology meeting was scheduled in
Slammed by slime
By Warren R. Heymann, MD Sept. 16, 2020 Vol. 2, No. 37 Visiting Nickelodeon Studios in Orlando, Florida in the early 1990s was a religious experience for my family. Watching a live recording of ... Double Dare, my daughters were fervently praying to be among the chosen few to be
What are AAD Expert Resource Groups (ERGs) and how can I get involved?
Asked and Answered ... January 1, 2022 The Academy’s Expert Resource Groups (ERGs) are made up of individuals who come together to share information and knowledge about a particular topic, usually specific diseases or issues relevant to dermatology. ... You do not need to be an expert on an ERG’s
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,
No longer on display
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... After a resurgence of syphilis, dermatologists find themselves as syphilologists...once again ... After a resurgence of syphilis, dermatologists find themselves as syphilologists...once again ... By Allison Evans, assistant managing editor Christopher Columbus. Oscar Wilde. Al Capone. What do
The ACA: 10 years later...during a pandemic
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... It survived for a decade, but will it survive another 10 years after COVID-19? ... It survived for a decade, but will it survive another 10 years after COVID-19? ... By Ruth Carol, contributing writer On its 10
Home at last
... By Warren R. Heymann, MD Jan. 20, 2018 (This is a continuation of posts about my mother. Please see "Happy 95th Birthday Mom! A Birthday Wish in the Era of ‘Value-Based’ Healthcare" June 5, 2016 and "Medical Ego Inflation and a Lesson from Mom" October 31, 2016) ...
Your Dermatologist Knows guides public with helpful content across all platforms
2023 was the first full year of the Your Dermatologist Knows consumer positioning strategy and it garnered strong results. The strategy has two main prongs: social media and traditional media. ... Social media ... Your Dermatologist Knows-related social media content was shared far and wide in 2023. The Academy posted
Evaluation and Management (E/M) coding changes are coming in 2021 – Part 1
Several major E/M guideline revisions will go into effect Jan. 1, 2021, including: ... E/M guideline additions, revisions, and restructuring; ... Deletion of CPT code 99201 and revision of CPT codes 99202 – 99215 ... Updates to components for code selection to include: ... A medically appropriate history and/or physical
The AAD and innovation
Image for changing the narrative innovation ... by Melanie Tolley Hall Chief Communications and Marketing Officer, AAD Over the last three articles, I’ve highlighted the AAD’s brand pillars to provide perspective on how the AAD is evolving to respond to the changing health care environment and member needs. ... Education
How to read a balance sheet: A beginner’s guide
Understanding financial statements doesn’t have to be intimidating. Your practice’s balance sheet tells a clear story about its financial health: what you own, what you owe, and what’s left over. By learning how to read it, you’ll gain valuable insight into your ability to cover expenses, manage risks, and plan
Using DataDerm™ to seamlessly report for MIPS
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... Dermatology World talks with John Albertini, MD, at The Skin Surgery Center in North Carolina and Chris DeGeorge, director of integration and practice operations at QualDerm Partners, about how DataDerm™ has helped ease the burden
September
Issue ... September January February March April May June July August September October November December View digital flipbook In this issue ... From the Editor ... Giving back is good for the soul What’s hot ... This month’s news from across the specialty Clinical Applications ... What is the role
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
Clinical education licensing opportunities
If your audience would like to stay on the cutting-edge of dermatology, or is looking to expand their knowledge inthe field, look no further. AAD’s clinical education content is perfect for educating and training physicians as well as new clinical staff. ... Question of the Week ... The AAD’s most
Mark D. Kaufmann, MD, FAAD, assumes presidency of the American Academy of Dermatology
BOSTON (March 25, 2022) — At the close of the American Academy of Dermatology’s (AAD) Annual Meeting, board-certified dermatologist Mark D. Kaufmann, MD, FAAD, will begin his one-year term as president of the AAD. ... As president, Dr. Kaufmann will lead the world’s largest dermatologic society, representing more than 20,500
Moving target
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Dermatologists have good options for treating actinic keratosis, but price fluctuations make picking the highest value option difficult ... Dermatologists have good options for treating actinic keratosis, but price fluctuations make picking the highest value option difficult ...
March 27
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / March 27, 2019 ... Academy forms task force to address FDA proposed rule on sunscreen monograph, ingredients DW Insights and Inquiries: Biting my nails worrying about atypical presentations of nail unit
Seeing eye to eye
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... When insurance doesn't cover standard of care treatments, who pays the price and what can be done about it? ... When insurance doesn't cover standard of care treatments, who pays the price and what can be done about
Meet the correspondents
Social media is a core component of the Academy’s Your Dermatologist Knows strategy. Working with specially selected social media correspondents, we publish content across social media platforms that have an audience of millions. Our posts all share the message that a board-certified dermatologist is the go-to expert for skin, hair,
Sweet Sounds of the “SKINphony”: Incorporating Music into Daily Dermatologic Practice
By David A. Wetter, MD, FAAD Nov. 29, 2023 Vol. 5, No. 47 It is amazing how music instantaneously transports us back in time. For me, Kool & The Gang’s catchy tune " ... Celebration " ( ... "Celebrate good times, come on!") hearkens back to the 1980s when my
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,
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
Payer advocacy: Modifier 25
Skin, hair, and nail issues are often obvious to patients because they are visible, and patients typically present with multiple concerns due to their ability to see changes. Dermatologists frequently use ... modifier 25 to bill for both an evaluation and management or E/M service and an unrelated procedure in
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
When life gives you lemons
From the President ... Dr. Thiers served as Academy president from March 2020 to March 2021. ... By Bruce Thiers, MD, March 1, 2021 The last 12 months have been, inarguably, pretty sour. When I first assumed the office of Academy President we were embarking on a frightening journey into
CMS announces new Place of Service code for telehealth services provided to patients in their homes
CMS has announced a new Place of Service code, POS 10, for use in reporting telehealth services provided to patients who are in their own homes. Additionally, CMS has revised POS 02 for reporting telehealth services provided to patients not located in their own homes. ... Place of Service 02
Hot coding topics to keep you cool this summer
Derm Coding Consult ... By Faith C. M. McNicholas, RHIT, CPC, CPCD, PCS, CDC, manager, coding & reimbursement, June 1, 2021 Academy coding staff address important coding topics each month in Derm Coding Consult. ... Read more Derm Coding Consult articles . Think back to the world a year ago:
American Academy of Dermatology installs new officers, board members
SAN DIEGO (March 8, 2024 ) ... — Two new officers and five new board members will be installed immediately upon conclusion of the 2024 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology. The officers and board members are all board-certified dermatologists and members of the AAD, the world’s largest
January 11, 2023
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Jan. 11, 2023 ... Antihistamines as adjunct therapy for alopecia areata DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Acquisition and loss — A tribute to Jouni Uitto, MD, PhD Lidocaine shortage: Ask the
Patient as pawn
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... With the introduction of the 'copay accumulator,' the battle between insurers and drug makers has escalated. Meanwhile, patients pay the price ... With the introduction of the 'copay accumulator,' the battle between insurers and drug makers has escalated.
COVID rules of the road
What do dermatologists need to know about new practice regulations — and how have they adapted? ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, February 1, 2022 As the COVID-19 pandemic passes the two-year mark, lawmakers have begun proposing new regulations to promote public health and safety, giving shape to
Scope of practice: How the AAD fights for you
The Academy is addressing scope creep head on with a robust public education campaign, efforts to strengthen dermatology’s place in the house of medicine, and extensive federal, state, and grassroots advocacy activities. When it comes to scope of practice, the Academy has your back. ... Educating the public ... We
Shawna Flanagan, MD, FAAD
As a Blue Visionary Donor, Dr. Flanagan shows that philanthropy can begin at home ... Donor Spotlight ... By Dean Monti, Managing Editor, Special Publications, August 1, 2024 In this column, DermWorld ... highlights individual members who have gone above and beyond with their Academy contributions. Shawna Flanagan, MD, FAAD
Meeting advertising
Attendees rate the interaction with companies as one of the most important aspects of their AAD meeting experience. AAD events offer a prime venue to showcase new products and meet with members. ... AAD Annual Meeting The Academy's Annual scientific meeting offers unprecedented access to thousands of dermatologists attending high-profile
Your Dermatologist Knows continues strong social media performance
The social media element of the Your Dermatologist Knows strategy continued its success in the summer of 2024. ... The Academy’s social media team works with the ... social media correspondents and several social media ambassadors to generate and distribute paid and organic content on the AAD’s ... Instagram ,
Left in the dark
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... An explanation to patients on the factors that can keep physicians out of the loop on current drug prices and costs to patients ... An explanation to patients on the factors that can keep physicians out of the
Applying the 2021 E/M coding concepts in everyday practice – Part 4
Part four of the AADA’s clinical vignettes focuses on the application of coding concepts related to E/M encounters. These clinical vignettes demonstrate how chronicity and severity impacts the level of service provided. Missed the previous articles? Review them at ... Derm Coding Consult . Clinical vignette 13 ... 17-year-old male
Keyboard courage fuels cyberbullies
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Experts discuss cyberbullying, its prevalence in medicine, and the impact on physicians ... Experts discuss cyberbullying, its prevalence in medicine, and the impact on physicians ... By Ruth Carol, contributing writer Remember the bully on the playground? Well,
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
Member benefits — Smarter, not harder: your new AAD Learning Center
We recently gave the ... AAD Learning Center a facelift and you’ve been reporting an improved and enhanced learning experience. ... Members can see new and relevant content like the Skin of Color Curriculum, the Biologics for Psoriasis course, Hands-on at Home, and the Career Launch Bootcamp Collection. Plus, your
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
A quiver full of fillers
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... New approvals target specific anatomic locations ... New approvals target specific anatomic locations ... By Ruth Carol, contributing writer There has been an influx of dermal fillers approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in recent years.
Getting down to brass tacks
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Dermatology World unlocks the basics of physician entrepreneurship ... Dermatology World unlocks the basics of physician entrepreneurship ... By Ruth Carol, contributing writer Inspired by your entrepreneurial colleagues who were featured in the August issue of ... Dermatology
Denied!
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... When a Medicare Part D patient is denied treatment, what are the options? ... When a Medicare Part D patient is denied treatment, what are the options? ... By Allison Evans, assistant managing editor An elderly patient
Good advice?
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... What is the USPSTF and what do its skin cancer counseling recommendations mean for the specialty and its patients? ... What is the USPSTF and what do its skin cancer counseling recommendations mean for the specialty and its
Out of stock
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... What's happening with drug shortages and what's being done to resolve the issue? ... What's happening with drug shortages and what's being done to resolve the issue? ... By Victoria Houghton, managing editor A patient taking a blood
Not what the doctor ordered?
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Pharmacists assume greater role in dermatology patient care ... Pharmacists assume greater role in dermatology patient care ... By Jan Bowers, contributing writer A critical member of the health care team, the pharmacist not only dispenses medication, but
This month’s news from across the specialty
What’s hot ... July 1, 2024 In this monthly column, members of the ... DermWorld Editorial Advisory Workgroup identify exciting news from across the specialty. ... Mallory Abate, MD, FAAD Is topical 5-fluorouracil toxic to our pets? The answer is yes, as explained by Young et al in their
Coming down the payment pike
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... While Medicare reimbursement changes were minimal in 2020, what's in store for dermatology down the road? ... While Medicare reimbursement changes were minimal in 2020, what's in store for dermatology down the road? ... By Melanie Padgett Powers,
From bedside to boardroom
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Physician entrepreneurs share what they've learned, and why there's no better time than the present to get started ... Physician entrepreneurs share what they've learned, and why there's no better time than the present to get started ...
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
How can dermatologists identify and help victims of human trafficking?
Clinical Applications ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the former 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
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
Private equity at a glance
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... A visual guide to private equity's presence within the specialty ... A visual guide to private equity's presence within the specialty ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor Since private equity’s debut into dermatology, its presence has sparked spirited
Are teens tanning less?
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Signs point to progress, but work remains ... Signs point to progress, but work remains ... By Ruth Carol, contributing writer It appears that fewer teens are indoor tanning in recent years, but the data are sparse. Regulations
FDA Implements AADA’s iPLEDGE recommendations
Changes alleviate administrative burdens for dermatologists and their patients WASHINGTON (Dec. 5, 2023) — The FDA agreed to require important American Academy of Dermatology’s (AAD) recommended changes to the iPLEDGE program that will alleviate administrative burdens for dermatologists. ... "Because of the AAD’s relentless advocacy over two years, the FDA has
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
Ultraviolet light, adipose tissue, and fantasies of summer
... By Warren R. Heymann, MD April 2, 2018 As I am preparing this commentary, the second Nor’easter within a week is in its frenzy. (Since that time there have been two more and it’s snowing today!) My longing for summer, enjoying the warm breezes enveloping our shore home
February 15, 2023
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Feb. 15, 2023 ... AADA addresses lidocaine shortage with manufacturers DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : A nail-biting commentary Risk of rebound psoriasis flare from systemic corticosteroids DermWorld Young Physician Focus :
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
June 19, 2024
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / June 19, 2024 ... Neuropsychiatric diagnoses after isotretinoin initiation in pediatric acne patients DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Advances in pruritus therapeutics — It’s Greek to us Efficacy of treatment options
Locked in
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Will your non-compete dictate where you practice next? ... Will your non-compete dictate where you practice next? ... By Ruth Carol, contributing writer You either signed one when you joined a practice, or you had dermatologists sign one
November 17, 2021
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Nov. 17, 2021 ... Intralesional acyclovir for cutaneous warts DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Biotin supplementation for hair and nail health — Does it pass the test? DermWorld Young Physician Focus
May 22, 2024
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / May 22, 2024 ... Dermatologic findings associated with semaglutide use DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Striving to avoid an amebic nightmare — Recognizing cutaneous Balamuthia mandrillaris infection Characteristics and treatment of
Pediatric drug testing obstacles
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Is the drug trial landscape about to change? ... Is the drug trial landscape about to change? ... By Allison Evans, assistant managing editor Choosing the best therapeutic options for pediatric patient populations can be an administratively complex
Your Dermatologist Knows
An update on the Academy’s successful consumer positioning strategy. ... Feature ... By Matt Walsh, Specialist, Member Communications, December 1, 2025 2026 will be the fourth full year of the Academy’s revolutionary push to position board-certified dermatologists as the experts in skin, hair, and nail health. Since launching in October
They fight fires, she fights cancer
Margaret Snyder, MD, shares the story of how she got involved screening firefighters with her colleague Christine Kannler, MD, FAAD Dr. Kannler's story ... Christine Kannler, MD, FAAD, of Northeast Dermatology Associates, P.C. ... A dermatologist in Massachusetts is blazing a trail to screen firefighters for skin cancer through the
Universal health care
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... What can health care for all really look like in the U.S.? ... What can health care for all really look like in the U.S.? ... By Allison Evans, assistant managing editor According to the World Health Organization
February 28
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / FEBRUARY 28, 2018 ... Anthem rescinds proposed modifier 25 policy Vote in the AAD election by March 3 FDA grants rituximab priority review for pemphigus vulgaris CMS eases up on value-based
Pathways: Newsletter
Pathways home Return to the homepage of the Pathways program. ... College Learn about our outreach and Dermatology Career Prep program. ... Medical school Medical students can join us for workshops, symposia, and fellowships. ... Help and Chat
Filling the medicine cabinet
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Dupilumab and crisaborole have changed atopic dermatitis treatment — and now more drugs are on the way ... Dupilumab and crisaborole have changed atopic dermatitis treatment — and now more drugs are on the way ... By Victoria
#DermTwitter @ a glance
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Dermatologists harness the twittersphere for clinical discussion, patient education, and more ... Dermatologists harness the twittersphere for clinical discussion, patient education, and more ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor Among the now 321 million Twitter users currently on
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
Provider playbook
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Nurse practitioners intensify efforts to expand scope of practice ... Nurse practitioners intensify efforts to expand scope of practice ... By Jan Bowers, contributing writer When the COVID-19 pandemic swept across the U.S. in 2020, nurse practitioners (NPs)
In-office preparations
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Where will dermatology land after USP publishes its updated Chapter 797 standards for sterile compounding? ... Where will dermatology land after USP publishes its updated Chapter 797 standards for sterile compounding? ... By Allison Evans, assistant managing editor
FDA agrees to implement AADA’s iPLEDGE recommendations
Moving the needle ... By Apoorva Stull, Senior Manager, Advocacy Communications, May 1, 2024 DermWorld ... breaks down the latest highlights of AADA advocacy activities at the federal and state legislative and regulatory level. The FDA agreed to require significant Academy-recommended changes to the iPLEDGE program that will alleviate administrative
Not the usual suspects
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Drugs you never thought you’d use in dermatology ... Drugs you never thought you’d use in dermatology ... By Jan Bowers, contributing writer ... Young dermatologists quickly become familiar with mainstays of treatment such as antibiotics,
A team effort
COVID has fast-tracked crowdsourcing in health care — how will it affect future medical research? ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor, April 1, 2021 Although the term "crowdsourcing" was officially coined by ... Wired in 2006, the practice has long had deep roots within science. One of the
Shipping information
I am shipping my order outside the U.S., how much will I be charged? ... For shipping rates outside the U.S. please call the MRC at (866) 503-SKIN (7546) or outside the U.S. at (847) 240-1280. ... What if I have a PO Box? ... Unfortunately, the AAD cannot ship
Clinical and therapeutic judgment regarding confluent and reticulated papillomatosis of Gougerot and Carteaud
By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD Feb. 5, 2025 Vol. 7, No. 5 Congratulations to Aaron Judge for setting the American League seasonal record in 2023 for the most home runs — 62 — a remarkable feat. I was only six years old when Roger Maris* slammed his 61st home
FAQs
These questions and answers are listed on JK and J6 NGS (National Government Services Medicare Contractor’s website at ... https://www.ngsmedicare.com/ngs/portal/ngsmedicare/newngs/home-lob/pages/policy-education . ... "Incident-to" Office Guidelines ... The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) rules for billing office service as "incident to" a physician’s services are summarized within these questions.
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
First responders
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Exploring dermatology's role in identifying and treating public health trends ... Exploring dermatology's role in identifying and treating public health trends ... By Emily Margosian, content specialist The world is a dangerous place. The health impact of natural
Is your EHR high maintenance?
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Now that electronic health records (EHRs) are a staple in nearly all dermatologists' offices, what is involved in maintaining them? ... Now that electronic health records (EHRs) are a staple in nearly all dermatologists' offices, what is involved
January 31, 2024
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Jan. 31, 2024 ... Dupilumab vs. upadacitinib for atopic dermatitis DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Early-onset hypertension associated with extensive capillary malformations — A new worry to raise dermatologists’ blood pressure
Technology vs. skin cancer
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... A new generation of non-invasive tools and apps reduces unnecessary biopsies, promotes self-surveillance ... A new generation of non-invasive tools and apps reduces unnecessary biopsies, promotes self-surveillance ... By Jan Bowers, contributing writer Improving diagnostic accuracy, avoiding unnecessary
Breaking through
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Advances in disease pathogenesis and treatments offer new promise for patients with connective tissue disease ... Advances in disease pathogenesis and treatments offer new promise for patients with connective tissue disease ... By Allison Evans, assistant managing editor
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
April
Issue ... April January February March April May June July August September October November December View digital flipbook In this issue ... From the Editor ... Physicians love to be recognized What’s hot ... This month’s news from across the specialty Clinical Applications ... Can nail clippings save lives? Feature
Should dermatologists fear machine learning?
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Specialists say rumors of their impending obsolescence are greatly exaggerated ... Specialists say rumors of their impending obsolescence are greatly exaggerated ... By Jan Bowers, contributing writer Dermatologists could be forgiven for feeling a little blindsided when a
CBD: Potential or placebo?
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Potential applications and concerns regarding the use of cannabinoids in dermatology ... Potential applications and concerns regarding the use of cannabinoids in dermatology ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor This recent Mother’s Day holiday, shoppers may have observed
What is the AAD Fellow (FAAD) designation and why should I use it?
Asked and Answered ... December 1, 2020 In a health care environment where non-clinician physicians and others claim to be "skin experts," it is increasingly important to make sure dermatology patients and the public know the profound difference in the advanced training that dermatologists receive. Use the new AAD Fellow
October
Issue ... October January February March April May June July August September October November December View digital flipbook In this issue ... From the Editor ... We all know. What’s hot ... This month’s news from across the specialty Clinical Applications ... How aligned are Redditor-driven recommendations with the current
Anyone can get skin cancer, regardless of skin color. When caught early, skin cancer is highly treatable. Use the information in this infographic to check your skin regularly. | American Academy of Dermatology
How to Spot Skin Cancer The ABCDEs of Melanoma Skin Cancer Self-Examination Melanoma is the deadliest
Educating the Public — FAAD
The AAD Fellow (FAAD) designation — a member benefit available exclusively for fellows of the AAD — assures your patients and the public that you are the leader in diagnosing and treating skin, hair, and nail conditions. If you’re one of our 2,900 members using the FAAD designation to promote
Your Dermatologist Knows: Media wins
The media remains hungry for stories about skin health and to advance our ... Your Dermatologist Knows goals, the Academy works together with members of the Media Expert Team to pitch stories to traditional media and online outlets to ensure the message that board-certified dermatologists are the experts in skin,
October 4, 2023
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Oct. 4, 2023 ... Dermoscopic predictors of melanoma in small-diameter melanocytic lesions DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : The Venetian antithesis – Treating median canaliform nail dystrophy Risk between history of rosacea
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
Learning Center App puts CME at your fingertips
More than 2,200 using the new platform. ... To help dermatologists earn CME credits easier, the AAD recently launched the AAD Learn app. Since launch, over 2,200 users have taken advantage of the app and are taking AAD Learning Center courses at their convenience. ... Among the multitude of available
PDF of Nail disease
matrix proximal nail fold, systemic from growth arrest of nail matrix of proximal nail fold, systemic
How to tell the difference between dry hands and hand eczema
Unlike dry skin, patients need more than moisturizers to treat hand eczema ROSEMONT, Ill. (September 27, 2022) — Hand eczema is one of the most common forms of eczema, causing dry, itchy, and irritated skin affecting the whole hand, including the fingers. This skin condition can negatively impact a person’s
How to treat acne
Board-certified dermatologist offers skin care advice to help you get the best results from your acne treatment ROSEMONT, Ill. (November 17, 2022) — Acne is the most common skin condition in the United States, affecting up to 50 million Americans annually. As your body’s largest organ, it’s important to take
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,
Caring for transgender patients
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Experts discuss cultural and medical competencies of providing care for transgender patients ... Experts discuss cultural and medical competencies of providing care for transgender patients ... By Victoria Houghton, assistant managing editor Cyndi Yag-Howard, MD, vividly remembers the
I have questions about employment contracts. What resources does the Academy offer?
Asked and Answered ... November 1, 2024 The days of handshake agreements are long past. Before you sign, it’s critical to know some key components that will affect your compensation, work-life balance, and even future employment. ... While it’s important to have a professional employment attorney review your contract and
A new spin
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Examining the theory behind the use of platelet rich plasma for dermatologic procedures ... Examining the theory behind the use of platelet rich plasma for dermatologic procedures ... By Victoria Houghton, assistant managing editor Professional football players, world-renowned
Your new Skin of Color Curriculum is here
The AAD Learning Center is one of the Academy’s top member benefits and one of the newest online resources is the ... Skin of Color Curriculum . ... A host of expert dermatologists in all subspecialties contributed to making the Skin of Color Curriculum a complete and definitive in-patient and
Can we chat?
By Warren R. Heymann, MD, FAAD March 29, 2023 Vol. 5, No. 13 Flying back from the annual AAD meeting in New Orleans, I reflected on the past few days with newly acquired knowledge, joy (how wonderful it was to see my mentors, mentees, colleagues, and friends), pain (sore feet
Sunscreens on trial
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... Dermatologists discuss the debate about the effects of sunscreen ingredients on the environment ... Dermatologists discuss the debate about the effects of sunscreen ingredients on the environment ... By Victoria Houghton, managing editor Over the last 10 years,
Paving the way
Go to AAD Home ... Go to AAD Home ... Menu ... The history of African Americans in medicine and the diversity challenges that remain ... The history of African Americans in medicine and the diversity challenges that remain ... By Victoria Houghton, assistant managing editor In the early 1720s,
September 24, 2025
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Sept. 24, 2025 ... Is red light PDT with ALA effective for the treatment of BCC? DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : The 21st Century Cures Act — What a difference a
What is a quality measure?
A measure is a tool that provides information about how well your practice is doing in managing patient treatment and care. It is able to look at a subset of your patient population and assess the quality of care they have received. ... This is done by assessing: ... Clinical
Messaging and guidance for PR
Through its media relations and public education efforts, the Academy encourages the public to care for their skin, hair, and nails and see a board-certified dermatologist when appropriate. In addition, it provides members with the tools they need to communicate the Academy’s messages to their patients, policymakers, communities, and local
Download the AAD Fellow or International Fellow designation
Your expertise and skills as a board-certified dermatologist are life-changing for patients impacted by skin, hair, and nail conditions. Make sure your patients and the public know the profound difference in the advanced training for dermatologists versus others claiming to be "skin experts." ... Download the designation ... Accept terms
AAD survey: half of Gen Z got sunburned in 2024 — and many still don’t know the risks
Board-certified dermatologist provides practical tips for proper sun protection ROSEMONT, Ill. (May 20, 2025) — A recent American Academy of Dermatology survey of more than 1,000 U.S. adults reveals a troubling reality — many Americans are unwittingly increasing their skin cancer risk due to a lack of sun protection knowledge.
Where can I find updated guidance on teledermatology?
Asked and Answered ... May 1, 2022 The Academy has recently launched an updated teledermatology toolkit for AAD members, including more in-depth information on: ... Starting teledermatology ... Workflow advice for small practices ... How to prepare staff for offering teledermatology ... Up-to-date coding and reimbursement information ... Advice on
June 21, 2023
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / June 21, 2023 ... Methotrexate vs. methotrexate plus prednisone in patients with alopecia areata totalis, universalis DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Turning a blind eye on second opinions Nail clipping histopathology
2025 AADA Legislative Conference: Program and agenda
Conference schedule ... The conference will take place on Sunday, September 7 through Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at the J.W. Marriott in Washington, D.C. The program will contain policy-focused sessions, designed to offer an in-depth understanding of how to translate the issues that affect the specialty into effective lobbying of
Clinical information
1. How contagious is measles? ... Measles is a highly contagious virus, much more contagious than the common cold and even more contagious than other outbreaks like smallpox or Ebola. ... 1 ... Measles is potentially transmissible even after brief exposures and at distances up to 30 meters. ... 2
Demand for cosmetic procedures resumes after COVID
Facts at your Fingertips ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, April 1, 2023 During the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, many practices paused elective and cosmetic procedures for several weeks, followed by further disruptions due to the ebb and flow in national and regional caseloads. ... The release of new
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
Cosmetic conundrums
Contact dermatitis experts discuss key cosmetic allergens and how to investigate which product may be causing a patient’s allergic reaction. ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, September 1, 2023 Thousands of substances can cause an allergic skin reaction, offering a broad lineup of potential "suspects" for contact dermatitis
Unity in dermatology starts with putting patients first
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... Unity of the specialty , an AAD strategic goal challenging all dermatologists to work together as one voice impacting all of dermatology, can only be achieved when patients are at the center. Seemal R. Desai,
Dermatologists educate the public and media during National Healthy Skin Month
The AAD’s National Healthy Skin Month key messages highlighting dermatologists as the skin health experts were seen 2.6 billion times across the country. ... AAD worked alongside dermatologists, the media, and members of Congress to amplify key messages on dermatologist-approved tips for healthy skin, remind the public that skinhealth can
What's hot?
What's hot ... April 26, 2019 In this monthly column, members of the ... Dermatology World Editorial Advisory Workgroup identify exciting news from across the specialty. ... Mallory Abate, MD ... Having trouble managing your patients with burning mouth syndrome? In the February edition of ... Dialogues in Dermatology ,
April 6, 2022
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / April 6, 2022 ... A comprehensive review of rosacea treatments DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : "Stepping up" to off-label dosing of biologics Improving itch in prurigo nodularis patients What acne treatments
The AAD’s robust public education strategy
Taking care of dermatologists so that they can take care of their patients...and their practices. ... From the President ... Dr. Taylor is the Academy’s current president. ... By Susan C. Taylor, MD, FAAD, May 1, 2025 Dear members, ... As you may know, the Academy’s public education efforts successfully
1984: Dermatologically revisited
By Warren R. Heymann, MD Aug. 22, 2018 George Orwell published ... Nineteen Eighty-Four in 1949. I started my dermatopathology fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania in 1984. I decided to review ... Archives of Dermatology (now ... JAMA Dermatology ), looking back 34 years to see how the dermatologic
American Academy of Dermatology statement on Benzoyl Peroxide in OTC Personal Care Products
American Academy of Dermatology President Susan C. Taylor, MD, FAAD ROSEMONT, Ill. (March 24, 2025) — Recent reports have noted that benzoyl peroxide, a common acne-fighting ingredient available by prescription and over the counter, has the potential to break down into benzene. The American Academy of Dermatology is committed to
April 25
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / APRIL 25, 2018 ... Who’s better at diagnosing skin cancer: PAs or dermatologists? How is MIPS affecting you? CMS wants to know. New physician compensation report: How does dermatology fare? Medicare
Your Dermatologist Knows media wins 2024
A key part of Your Dermatologist Knows is pitching stories to media outlets in hopes they’ll run news stories sharing information about the wide breadth of knowledge dermatologists have to their readership. We consider every new story published as a result of our pitches as a win, regardless of whether
Key messages: Media tips
The American Academy of Dermatology has developed these key messages to help you educate the public about the specialty. In addition to providing tips for media interviews, these key messages provide clear, consistent talking points on the skin, hair, and nail topics most commonly requested by the media. ... The
April 12, 2023
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / April 12, 2023 ... Perioperative imaging for high-stage cutaneous SCC may guide management DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Triskaidekaphobia legitimized: Fatal Factor XIII deficiency Contact allergens in nail products DataDerm™: 2022
The AAD’s unwavering commitment to expanding access to care
From the President ... Dr. Taylor is the Academy’s current president. ... By Susan C. Taylor, MD, FAAD, August 1, 2025 Taking care of dermatologists so that they can take care of their patients...and their practices Dear members, ... As physicians, our foremost priority is helping patients. Many patients struggle
AAD letter to the Wall Street Journal in response to “$500,000 Pay, Predictable Hours: How Dermatology Became the ‘It’ Job in Medicine”
American Academy of Dermatology President Seemal R. Desai, MD, FAAD Letter to the editor originally submitted to the Wall Street Journal ... on Nov. 20, 2024 ROSEMONT, Ill. (Dec. 2, 2024) — On behalf of the American Academy of Dermatology and its 21,000 members, I am writing to express very serious concerns
Challenging patient scenarios
Answers in Practice ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, January 1, 2023 DermWorld ... talks to Melissa Mauskar, MD, FAAD, associate professor of dermatology and obstetrics and gynecology at UT Southwestern Medical Center, about how to approach difficult conversations with patients. DermWorld: Tell us about your practice. Melissa Mauskar, MD,
How can I use DataDerm to report for MIPS?
Asked and Answered ... November 29, 2018 DataDerm™ can help you report for all three MIPS categories in 2018: ... Quality Promoting interoperability (PI) Improvement activities (IA) Here’s how to get started: ... 1. Step one: Sign up. ... Complete the sign-up portal at ... https://dataderm.aad.org/signup/Login.aspx by ... Dec. 7,
PDF of BF on nail anatomy
anatomy and procedures By Brittany Valk, DO Nail anatomy Nail plate avulsion A.
Statement on the FDA Safety Briefing about Radiofrequency Microneedling Risks
Statement from Susan C. Taylor, MD, FAAD, President, American Academy of Dermatology ROSEMONT, Ill. (Oct. 16, 2025) — The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) is aware of the FDA’s recent safety communication regarding potential risks associated with certain uses of radiofrequency (RF) microneedling. ... Patient safety is the top priority
It’s a great time to catch a code
Coding updates and practice management remain a high priority and we’re on it! ... We know your practice relies on knowing which codes to use, and how and when to use them. ... DermWorld published more than a dozen coding titles in 2024. Some examples are listed below. Catch these
Susan C. Taylor, MD, FAAD, elected American Academy of Dermatology president for 2025
Rosemont, Ill. (April 10, 2023) – Philadelphia-based board-certified dermatologist Susan C. Taylor, MD, FAAD, has been elected to lead the American Academy of Dermatology. She will be installed as President-elect in March 2024 and hold the office of President for one year beginning in March 2025. ... As president, Dr.
Murad Alam, MD, FAAD, elected American Academy of Dermatology president for 2026
Rosemont, Ill. (April 1, 2024) – Chicago-based board-certified dermatologist Murad Alam, MD, FAAD, has been elected to lead the American Academy of Dermatology. He will be installed as president-elect in March 2025 and hold the office of president for one year beginning in March 2026. ... As president, Dr. Alam
Embrace your appearance!
Medical student Casey Paul Schukow helps teach local summer camp kids how to appreciate their skin. Casey's story ... Casey Schukow is currently a fourth-year medical student at Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (MSUCOM). ... "I learned about the dermis today," one of the campers stated after a
Post-pandemic checklist
The COVID public health emergency has ended. Experts discuss how dermatologists can stay compliant amid a changing policy landscape. ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, June 1, 2024 COVID-19 is "over" — what’s next? ... In May 2023, the Biden Administration announced the end of the COVID-19 public
Skin biopsy codes
Dermatologists must code skin biopsies with one of six codes — three primary and three add on — which are specific about the technique and depth of the biopsy performed. However, there are rules for reporting multiple skin biopsies during the same encounter. ... Site specific codes, such as biopsy
How Does Your Environment Affect Your Skin?
A dermatologist addresses the skin problems caused by bugs, plants and water creatures BOSTON, MA. (March 25, 2022) — Whether you are hiking in the woods, gardening, or swimming in a lake or ocean, the bugs, plants, and water creatures that you are exposed to can cause irritating skin conditions
A new chapter in vitiligo management
Recent advances in vitiligo treatment and research open doors for physicians and patients. ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, March 1, 2024 Since the Bronze Age, humans have recorded cases of vitiligo — and attempted to cure it. ... "3,400 years ago, ancient Indian texts called the ...
How to treat a sunburn
Board-certified dermatologist shares 5 tips for Skin Cancer Awareness Month ROSEMONT, Ill. (May 21, 2024) — Sunburns can be painful and damaging to your skin, while also increasing your risk of skin cancer, the most common cancer in the United States and one of the most preventable. A new survey
Andrew H. Weinstein, MD, MPH, FAAD, elected American Academy Of Dermatology president for 2027
ROSEMONT, Ill. (March 31, 2025) — Florida-based board-certified dermatologist and Mohs surgeon Andrew H. Weinstein, MD, MPH, FAAD, has been elected to lead the American Academy of Dermatology. He will be installed as president-elect in March 2026 and hold the office of president for one year beginning in March 2027.
Thinking about seborrheic keratoses: A rare event
By Warren R. Heymann, MD June 9, 2017 Clinical images of squamous cell carcinoma arising in seborrheic keratosis (SCC-SK). A, Invasive SCC-SK on forehead of a man aged 69 years. B, In situ SCC-SK from a pigmented keratosis on the back of a man aged 73 years. C, In situ
Joint statement from the American Academy of Dermatology Association and the New York State Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery on New York City Council medspa investigation
Statement from the American Academy of Dermatology Association and the New York State Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery ROSEMONT, Ill. (Jan. 6, 2026) — In light of a recent ... investigation by the New York City Council into improperly licensed medical spas (medspas) in NYC, the American Academy of
Order information
How do I place an order online? ... Login to the AAD website if you have an existing account. If you do not have an existing account, please create one. ... How do I know the item(s) I’m ordering is available? ... If you are ordering your product online, the
Nails
Breaking the terbinafine laboratory habit for onychomycosis Biting my nails worrying about atypical presentations of nail unit melanomas Dyeing for a "new" topical agent for psoriasis? Think indigo Clawing to understand lichen nitidus Cutaneous green and E-A-G-L-E-S! Nailing the diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis ... All content found on Dermatology
What is an Academy Expert Resource Group, and do I need to be an expert to join?
Asked and Answered ... December 1, 2019 Great question! The Academy’s Expert Resource Groups (ERGs) are made up of individuals who come together to share information and knowledge about a particular topic, usually specific diseases or issues relevant to dermatology. ... You do not need to be an expert on
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,
Cutaneous green and E-A-G-L-E-S!
By Warren R. Heymann, MD Jan. 25, 2018 Dermatologists will be seeing a lot of green in their offices the next two weeks, especially here in the Delaware Valley, in anticipation of Super Bowl LII in Minneapolis on February 4th, 2018. ... May this serve as a reminder that some
Dermatopathology
Cutting giant congenital nevi down to size molecularly Eosinophilic dermatosis of hematologic malignancy: Reality bites Oy, another "Oid" to worry about: Cryptococcoid lesions Biting my nails worrying about atypical presentations of nail unit melanomas Deep penetrating thoughts about deep penetrating nevi Sophie’s choice: Assessing atypical Spitz tumors in the molecular
How do I reinstate my membership as a Fellow or Associate member?
Asked and Answered ... October 1, 2025 To start the reinstatement process, visit ... www.aad.org/reinstate-membership . ... Please allow 7-10 business days for processing. You will be notified when the request is approved and how to process payment for the current year’s membership dues, including a $100 reinstatement fee. For
Yeast rising: Predicting the efficacy of candida antigen immunotherapy for warts
By Warren R. Heymann, MD Oct. 2, 2017 ... Numerous flat warts (verrucae plana) seen on upper extremities of patient with epidermodysplasia verruciformis. ... Credit: ... JAAD Perhaps I’m paranoid, but I always think that warts are laughing at me, or at least at whatever I throw at them —
How do I claim CME credits from the AAD Annual Meeting?
Asked and Answered ... April 1, 2023 This year, AAD Annual Meeting attendees have two options for claiming CME credit. ... To claim CME credit for the 2023 AAD Annual Meeting: ... Open the official AAD Mobile Meeting app or visit the ... AAD website for AM23 . ... Log
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
Reflections from a dermatologist on a COVID-19 medical ward
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... DW Weekly talked to John G. Zampella, MD, from the Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology at the New York University School of Medicine, about his experiences on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Academy promotion of awareness months sees success
In 2023, May was Skin Cancer Awareness Month, June was Vitiligo Awareness Month, and November was National Healthy Skin Month. For each, the Academy executed a robust promotion strategy to help spread information to the public. ... Skin Cancer Awareness Month ... While all awareness months are important in their
Journal of Cutaneous Pathology
Eosinophilic dermatosis of hematologic malignancy: Reality bites Oy, another "Oid" to worry about: Cryptococcoid lesions Biting my nails worrying about atypical presentations of nail unit melanomas Deep penetrating thoughts about deep penetrating nevi Sophie’s choice: Assessing atypical Spitz tumors in the molecular era Develop a nose for suspecting angiosarcoma Granulomatous
Promoting interoperability (25%)
The Promoting Interoperability (PI) category focuses on interoperability and is worth 25% of the overall MIPS score. To participate, you must use a certified Electronic Health Record (EHR) listed at the ... Certified Health IT Product List (CHPL) . ... You cannot satisfy the PI category requirements without having an EHR or getting
Digital media kit: AAD online advertising
Reach the dermatology community with impactful digital advertising on AAD.org ... AAD.org is a premier, award-winning resource that draws over 3.75 million unique visitors each month. Known for its exclusive, interactive features, the site goes beyond delivering news to offer practical tools and in-depth resources that cater to the needs
Leading a rural hospital’s COVID-19 response
A Georgia dermatologist’s National Guard service brings him to the pandemic’s front lines. ... Dr. Lane's story ... Joshua E. Lane, MD, MBA, FAAD ... Because Columbus, Georgia is home to a large military base, many of my patients are veterans. These heroes and their selflessness inspired me to join
Acne: The drought is over
After years of recycling the same ingredients, dermatologists have novel acne treatments and formulations available — with more on the horizon. ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, assistant managing editor, February 1, 2021 Over the past few years, an incredible amount of innovation has taken place for the treatment of
Future leaders in the AAD
AAD member Kelly Tyler, MD, FAAD, was inspired by the Leadership Institute offerings. Dr. Tyler’s story ... Kelly Tyler, MD, FAAD ... A colleague of mine at Ohio State University’s Department of Dermatology, who had previously attended the AAD Leadership Forum, encouraged me to apply back in 2022. As the
Acne clinical guideline
Acne guideline ... Access the full acne guideline from JAAD. ... Go to the guideline Acne vulgaris is a common skin condition occurring when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, leading to bacterial overgrowth and inflammation. Acne is one of the most common diseases worldwide, affecting
What is an AAD Expert Resource Group (ERG)? Do I need to be an expert to join?
Asked and Answered ... December 1, 2023 The Academy’s Expert Resource Groups (ERGs) are made up of individuals who come together to share information and knowledge about a particular topic, usually specific diseases or issues relevant to dermatology. ... You do not need to be an expert on an ERG’s
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
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
2021 DW Insights and Inquiries archive
Explore ... DermWorld Insights and Inquiries articles by publication date. ... December ... Dec. 29 - 2021: Best of DermWorld Insights and Inquiries Dec. 22 - DWI&I Holiday Greeting 2021 Dec. 15 - Speculating on spicules: Our incomplete knowledge of trichodysplasia spinulosa Dec. 8 - Propranolol and neutrophilic dermatoses: Can
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
Choosing wisely: Recommendations about treatments, tests, and procedures
The ABIM Foundation’s Choosing Wisely ... ® ... campaign is focused on encouraging physicians and patients to talk about medical tests and procedures that may be unnecessary, and in some instances, can cause harm. To join, a medical society must provide expert guidance on five medical tests or treatments commonly used in its field.
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.
Cautious enthusiasm — physicians remain split on augmented intelligence
Facts at your Fingertips ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, November 1, 2024 According to a new survey released by the American Medical Association (AMA), physician attitudes about augmented intelligence (AuI) may be at a critical tipping point. Last year, the AMA surveyed 1,081 practicing physicians about the increased use
My Green Doctor to add environmental sustainability to your offices
The Academy is pleased to offer a valuable membership benefit: ... My Green Doctor . This free program shows how to add environmental sustainability to your offices. It requires adding only five minutes of Green Team to each staff meeting. You will save money — as much as $2000 per
June 20
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / JUNE 20, 2018 ... Robots in health care are coming, but at what cost? June Access Hero: Dr. Colven Does benzoyl peroxide stain all fabrics? CMS launches new Medicare Card search
Learning and having fun at AAD Camp Discovery
Medical student Dane Markham loved his first time volunteering at Camp Discovery. Dane's story ... Dane Markham, medical student at Mayo Clinic Jacksonville. ... I am a medical student at Mayo Clinic and will be applying to dermatology this application cycle. I learned of the opportunity to volunteer at Camp
AAD settled into Seattle for Innovation Academy
The AAD held its latest Innovation Academy meeting Aug. 1-4 in Seattle. Attendees heard from innovators, visionaries, entrepreneurs, and problem solvers who are changing the practice of dermatology, or medicine in general. ... In addition to many informative sessions and events, Innovation Academy featured a talk by famed swimmer Diana
Skin cancer/ melanoma
Cutting giant congenital nevi down to size molecularly Calcipotriene and 5-fluorouracil: Dermatology’s new dynamic duo? Rejecting preconceived notions of squamous cell carcinomas in patients experiencing transplant rejections Biting my nails worrying about atypical presentations of nail unit melanomas 41’s gracious contribution to skin cancer awareness Dermatopathology reports about basal cell
Social media FAQs
Social media has become a popular method of communication for professionals in virtually every industry. But how do you know what level of engagement is appropriate for you as a physician? The following FAQs provide guidance on this issue. ... Q: Can I control who views my social media information
American Academy of Dermatology elects new officers, board members
Rosemont, Ill. (April 10, 2023) – The American Academy of Dermatology has announced the results of its annual election. The Academy’s new officers and board members will lead the world’s largest dermatologic society, representing more than 20,800 physicians who specialize in the diagnosis and medical, surgical, and cosmetic treatment of
This month’s news from across the specialty
What’s hot ... March 1, 2023 In this monthly column, members of the ... DermWorld Editorial Advisory Workgroup identify exciting news from across the specialty. ... Bryan Carroll, MD, PhD, FAAD New, but not new, but maybe new, but not good = ... Candida auris is looking worse with
On the front lines in Boston
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... DW Weekly talks with Sarita Nori, MD, a dermatologist at Atrius Health in Somerville, Massachusetts, about how she has been caring for patients on the front lines of the COVID-19 crisis. DW Weekly : You
American Academy of Dermatology elects new officers, board members
ROSEMONT, Ill. (March 31, 2025) — The American Academy of Dermatology has announced the results of its annual election. The Academy’s new officers and board members will lead the world’s largest dermatologic society, representing more than 21,000 physicians who specialize in the diagnosis and medical, surgical, and cosmetic treatment of
American Academy of Dermatology elects new officers, board members
Rosemont, Ill. (April 1, 2024) – The American Academy of Dermatology has announced the results of its annual election. The Academy’s new officers and board members will lead the world’s largest dermatologic society, representing more than 20,800 physicians who specialize in the diagnosis and medical, surgical, and cosmetic treatment of
Pubic hair grooming: Less means more
By Warren R. Heymann, MD Oct. 14, 2016 It is essential for dermatologists to comprehend current mores that affect our patients’ health. Understanding the trend toward increased genital hair grooming in men and women can help us instruct patients on how to avoid injuries related to hair removal. Indeed, 19-
Promote the specialty
Promote your practice: Resources for you Get tips on how to promote your practice on social and traditional media, and download the AAD Fellow logo to promote your association with the Academy. ... Your Dermatologist Knows Your Dermatologist Knows is a new consumer positioning strategy that reimagines the AAD’s public
I attended AAD VMX. How do I claim my CME credits?
Asked and Answered ... September 1, 2020 CME credits can only be claimed within the AAD VMX platform. Access ... AAD VMX to claim CME or learn more about the program. ... Attendees can claim CME credits immediately after viewing a session or at a later date. All applicable CME
How can I safely run my practice and limit potential exposures during COVID-19?
Asked and Answered ... February 1, 2021 The AAD offers a step-by-step guide on running a dermatology practice during COVID-19, including advice on how to: ... Assess your community’s COVID-19 prevalence and operate at an appropriate capacity ... Clean and disinfect your practice ... Reorganize your practice to minimize patient
Practice finance: Learn financial essentials for career success
Dermatology is one of the most financially rewarding medical specialties, but dermatologists receive little training in how finance impacts their career. To maximize your professional potential, you should understand how practices generate revenue, how practice financial health impacts your compensation, and how to leverage that information to control your financial
SkinSerious
About SkinSerious ... Dermatologists treat serious diseases, collaborate with other specialists, and transform patients' lives. ... PATIENT & PHYSICIAN STORIES ... Treating a child with severe genetic skin disorder Dermatologist’s care helps child walk again. ... Dermatologists provide lifesaving care at 10,000 feet Two dermatologists treat a man’s heart attack
Trialing it out
In Practice ... Craig Leonardi, MD, from Central Dermatology in St. Louis, specializes in treatment of moderate to severe psoriasis and other dermatologic diseases. He is also an adjunct professor of dermatology at St. Louis University Medical School. ... By Victoria Houghton, assistant managing editor, July 2, 2018 Dermatology World
DermWorld: Your go-to practice, policy, and care resource
About 260 of you responded to the survey. Here’s what you said: ... Credibility of content, quality of writing = 93% excellent or good ... Visual appeal (cover, overall, art) = 89% excellent or good ... DermWorld content is relevant to my practice = 84% strongly agree or agree ...
A surgical pearl (in waiting) for the medical dermatologist
By Warren R. Heymann, MD ... Oct. 21, 2016 ... I admit it — the surgical aspect of my practice is rudimentary. Honestly, any non-cosmetic procedure that takes me more than 5 minutes gets referred. It’s amazing how I can make a living with shave biopsies, tangential excisions, electrodesiccation
Seemal R. Desai, MD, FAAD, elected American Academy of Dermatology president for 2024
ROSEMONT, Ill. (April 18, 2022) — Texas-based board-certified dermatologist Seemal R. Desai, MD, FAAD, has been elected to lead the American Academy of Dermatology. He will be installed as president-elect in March 2023 and hold the office of president for one year beginning in March 2024. ... As president, Dr.
American Academy of Dermatology installs new officers, board members
New Orleans (March 17, 2023) – Three new officers and four new board members will be installed immediately upon conclusion of the 2023 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology, the world’s largest dermatologic society. The officers and board members are all board-certified dermatologists and members of the AAD,
Board of Directors
The Academy’s officers and board members lead the world’s largest dermatologic society, representing more than 20,000 physicians specializing in the diagnosis and medical, surgical, and cosmetic treatment of skin, hair, and nail conditions. ... Email the ... Board of Directors . ... Please note: The Academy cannot provide personalized medical
Beyond dermoscopy
Emergent technologies enhance imaging, target rare diseases. ... Feature ... By Jan Bowers, Contributing Writer, August 1, 2023 Dermoscopy has arrived. "While there are established practicing dermatologists who are not using it, it’s integrated across the residency programs," said Ashfaq A. Marghoob, MD, FAAD, attending physician at Memorial Sloan Kettering
2025 AADA Legislative Conference: Capitol Hill meetings
The AADA schedules all Capitol Hill meetings for attendees. ... We use the address you provide when registering for the conference to determine who your members of Congress are and then contact their offices to schedule meetings for you. Before meeting with your members of Congress and their staff, the
Myth busting
The Academy’s Your Dermatologist Knows campaign counters trending misinformation on skin, hair, and nail health. ... Feature ... By Matthew Walsh, Member Communications Specialist, October 1, 2024 It has been two years since the launch of ... Your Dermatologist Knows , a consumer positioning strategy the Academy developed in direct
Rare, debilitating condition treated through collaboration
A dermatologist and a hematologist work together to treat Schnitzler syndrome, a rare autoinflammatory disease. ... Arna's Story ... Arna Shefrin, patient ... In the fall of 2016, my life changed. I was napping on a flight home, when I suddenly awoke in severe pain. It felt like my hip
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
Screening firefighters for skin cancer
First Person ... By Christine Kannler, MD, FAAD, October 1, 2022 DermWorld’s ... First Person column offers Academy members the opportunity to share their personal reflections about how dermatology is changing and how they’ve adapted. Christine Kannler, MD, FAAD ... My brother was a firefighter in Chelsea, Massachusetts, an instructor
Practicing cosmetic dermatology during COVID-19
Answers in Practice ... By Victoria Houghton, managing editor, November 1, 2020 DermWorld ... talks with Sean Wu, MD, Monica Boen, MD, Douglas C. Wu, MD, PhD, and Mitchel P. Goldman, MD, from Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Diego, about best practices for offering cosmetic dermatology during COVID-19. DermWorld: How
How is structural racism affecting atopic dermatitis in African American children?
Clinical Applications ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the former 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,
Community
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the former 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
Measles resource center
Welcome to the American Academy of Dermatology’s hub for measles. Measles is a vaccine-preventable disease; the information below is on the current measles outbreak (2025) in the U.S. This page provides resources to help recognize measles, clinical and vaccine information, office preparedness, and other resources. The AAD Emerging Diseases Task
PDF of Wound dressings
polymers comprised wounds hydration needs of Elasto-Gel™ (including chemical Softens and loosens slough
Advocacy Update Oct 28, 2025
IN THIS ISSUE / Oct. 28, 2025 CMS lifts hold on Medicare claims Advocacy win: Elevance expands coverage for home-based light therapy AAD statement on FDA safety alert for RF microneedling devices AADA nominates Alina Bridges, DO, FAAD, for Medicare clinical diagnostic laboratory test advisory panel 2026 Advocate of the
How do I handle an OSHA inspection?
Member experience: When fighting OSHA, documentation is best defense ... William G. Patrick, MD, a private practice dermatologist in Fayetteville, New York, shares his experience battling an OSHA fine. In early 2014, one of my employees quit after being reprimanded for poor performance. I suspect that this disgruntled employee then
AAD Event Advertising: Annual Meeting
The Academy's Annual scientific meeting offers unprecedented access to thousands of dermatologists attending high-profile continuing medical education events. ... For exhibitors looking to promote their products and services, build booth traffic, and facilitate face-to-face discussions, the Academy offers a wide selection of high-impact advertising opportunities. Look here for advertising opportunities
Getting social
Dermatologist social media super users explain how to get started using social media and how it can positively influence your practice and the specialty. ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, Assistant Managing Editor, June 1, 2025 Moo Deng the pygmy hippo, reverse lip syncing, and a photo of an egg
For better or worse technology is changing medicine.
From the President ... Dr. Olbricht served as Academy president from March 2018 to March 2019. ... By Suzanne Olbricht, MD, September 3, 2018 When is the last time you looked at a paper map or met with a travel agent to book your next adventure? Advances in technology have
Promotions and gift certificates
How do I use a promo code online? ... To redeem special offers online, enter the offer code (promo code) during checkout in the "Have a Promo Code" box. Click on "APPLY PROMO CODE." ... Do promo codes expire? ... Yes, please read each promotional piece the promo code is
Understanding how skin impacts self-image
Good Skin Knowledge helped medical student Erika Malana, BMSc, and Meena Reddy, BS, foster good skin habits for girl scouts. Erika’s and Meena’s story ... The girl scouts were led through fun, interactive activities by Erika Malana, BMSc, M3 at Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Meena Reddy,
Resources for international dermatologists
JAAD International Access JAAD International, an open access journal designed to serve the international dermatology community. ... JAAD Access JAAD, which is designed to meet the clinical and continuing education needs of the dermatologic community. ... Continuing education The AAD is your premier educational home for continuing professional development in
I attended AAD VMX. How do I claim my CME credits?
Asked and Answered ... May 1, 2021 CME credits can be claimed within the ... AAD VMX platform . ... Attendees can claim CME credits immediately after viewing a session or at a later date, but please note — on demand access to VMX will end on July 12, 2021.
What every dermatologist should know about practice finances
Dermatology is one of the most financially rewarding medical specialties but understanding how the money side of medicine works is what separates financially confident physicians from those who feel behind. Whether you’re an employed dermatologist, a partner, an academic, or a solo owner, you need more than medical knowledge. You
Impact Report — Summer 2021
Adapting. Whether it’s globally or in your office, you are adapting to your environment and managing change. We are adapting right there with you — consistently developing the resources and tools to help you adjust. The ... Impact Report looks at the big picture of the Academy. See how we
Resident Quality Improvement Award project presentations 2021
The recipients of the 2021 Resident Quality Improvement Award present their quality improvement projects. ... Reliable Sample Tracking: QI project to prevent pathway sample loss ... Sungat K. Grewel, MD ... Ensuring follow-up for patients who cancel or "no-show" skin cancer excision appointments ... Connie Shi, MD ... Post-visit informational
AADA hosts 10th annual Capitol Hill Skin Cancer Check and Health Fair
Moving the needle ... By Apoorva Stull, Senior Manager, Advocacy Communications, May 1, 2024 DermWorld ... breaks down the latest highlights of AADA advocacy activities at the federal and state legislative and regulatory level. On May 15, the AADA hosted its 10th annual Capitol Hill Skin Cancer Check and Health
American Academy of Dermatology installs new officers, board members
ORLANDO, FL (March 7, 2025) — Four new officers and four new board members will be installed immediately upon conclusion of the 2025 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology. The officers and board members are all board-certified dermatologists and members of the AAD, the world’s largest dermatologic society
May 27, 2020
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / May 27, 2020 ... How to classify COVID-19 rashes DW Insights and Inquiries : On the cusp of extraordinary advances in extramammary Paget disease Derm Coding Consult : Telephone code Medicare
See how well it works
You’re the experts. We’re proving it to the public. ... Since its launch in October of 2022, the Academy’s Your Dermatologist Knows consumer positioning strategy has successfully moved the needle regarding public perception of dermatologists, especially when compared to non-physician clinicians. A survey conducted in the summer of 2024 reflects
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
Frequently asked questions
Learn more about Your Dermatologist Knows by selecting from the frequently asked questions below. ... What is Your Dermatologist Knows? ... Your Dermatologist Knows is the Academy’s successful and comprehensive consumer positioning strategy. The strategy’s singular focus is to position our members as the experts in skin, hair, and nails,
Support AAD
AAD Cares: Community Outreach Programs ... The American Academy of Dermatology is committed to improving the lives and health of people across the country. ... Learn how the AAD is building shade structures to protect kids from the damaging effects of the sun, educating children and adults about the importance
Applying the 2021 E/M coding concepts in everyday practice – Part 6
Part six of the Academy’s clinical vignettes focuses on the application of coding concepts related to E/M encounters. These clinical vignettes demonstrate how a single condition can be categorized under different categories of problem addressed during the encounter depending on disease severity and patient presenting circumstances at the time of
American Academy of Dermatology installs new officers, board members
BOSTON (March 25, 2022) — Immediately following the American Academy of Dermatology’s Annual Meeting, three new officers and four new board members will be installed to help lead the world’s largest dermatologic society and represent more than 20,500 physicians who specialize in the diagnosis and medical, surgical, and cosmetic treatment
Your Academy CME roundup: Highlights from 2022
By now you know that the AAD offers its members a variety of options to earn CME. You can access more than 60 hours of convenient CME, simply by being a member of the Academy. You also have access to more than 110 hours of discounted CME through your Academy
How to get the best results from fillers
Board-certified dermatologist shares five tips to consider before getting a filler ROSEMONT, Ill. (February 16, 2023) — When we’re young, our skin is soft, supple, and well hydrated, but as we age, our skin slowly loses its youthful characteristics, which can leave some people looking for a way to regain
iPLEDGE
Advocacy updates ... Access information on the Academy’s ... ongoing advocacy efforts on the iPLEDGE Program. ... iPLEDGE is a distribution program designed to prevent pregnancies in patients taking isotretinoin and to prevent pregnant people from taking isotretinoin. Isotretinoin is sometimes used by dermatologists to treat severe acne, but it
Speak up to protect patient access
Speak up to fight for Medicare Physician Payment Reform through our grassroots tools from home. Here are six ways to get involved and demand that Congress reforms Medicare physician payment: ... Contact Congress using the AAD Action Center Urge long-term Medicare payment reform. ... Educate your patients Resources to educate
The blister beetle and beyond
Pediatric dermatologists discuss what’s new — and unchanged — in treating molluscum contagiosum. ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, Assistant Managing Editor, July 1, 2024 Molluscum contagiosum (MC), a virus of the ... Poxviridae family, is a common viral cutaneous infection that primarily affects children, immunocompromised patients, and sexually active
Red alert: Avoid brimonidine and oxymetazoline as hemostatic agents
By Warren R. Heymann, MD June 19, 2017 Mohs micrographic surgery procedure including brimonidine treatment: skin before application (A), 5 minutes after application of brimonidine (B), and minimal intraoperative bleeding with pretreatment of brimonidine (C). ... Credit: ... JAAD As a youth, I recall that "rosy cheeks" were a sign
Breaking the mold
COVID-19 has sent waves of change throughout the health care system — how will it reshape patient access to dermatology care? ... Feature ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, October 1, 2021 It has been approximately 640 days since the first cluster of COVID-19 cases were reported by the Wuhan
2026 AAD Annual Meeting: Session spotlight
Elevate Your education at the 2026 AAD Annual Meeting in Denver! ... The 2026 AAD Annual Meeting offers unmatched opportunities to learn from leading experts, connect with peers from around the world, and tailor your experience to fit your educational goals. Featuring 275+ sessions and 40 new ones across the
This month’s news from across the specialty
What’s hot ... June 1, 2024 In this monthly column, members of the ... DermWorld Editorial Advisory Workgroup identify exciting news from across the specialty. ... Bryan Carroll, MD, PhD, FAAD An interventional study of aging in mice points to a new paradigm for rejuvenation ( ... Nature. 2024.
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
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
At least Superwoman had a cape
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the former physician editor of ... DermWorld. By Kathryn Schwarzenberger, MD, FAAD, January 1, 2023 Being a physician is tough. While our work is incredibly rewarding, it is physically and emotionally demanding, often throwing unexpected obstacles our way. If only our white coats
Playing the field: Introducing tirbanibulin for actinic keratosis therapy
By Warren R. Heymann, MD January 27, 2021 Vol. 3, No. 4 Field therapy is a cornerstone of actinic keratosis (AK) management. Two years ago, a ... New England Journal of Medicine article demonstrated that 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) was the best among inadequate therapies (compared to imiquimod, MAL-PDT, and ingenol mebutate).
We had a big Skin Cancer Awareness Month in 2023
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month and it is one of the most important months for the Academy’s mission to educate the public about skin cancer. Our efforts to promote the AAD’s SPOT Skin Cancer™ program, which aims to provide information on how to detect and prevent skin cancer, led
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
7 Rosacea skin care tips
Board-certified dermatologist weighs in ROSEMONT, Ill. (Apr. 9, 2024) — Rosacea is a common skin condition that affects at least 14 million U.S. adults and commonly appears as a tendency to blush or flush more easily than others. While treatable, symptoms, such as skin thickening and eye problems, can often
AADA meets with White House Cancer Moonshot team on skin cancer prevention policies
As a part of our ongoing efforts to raise awareness about skin cancer prevention, the AADA met with Anabella Aspiras, associate director of Cancer Moonshot Engagement, to discuss how the Academy can collaborate with the White House on reducing the rates of skin cancer nationwide. ... At the meeting, AADA
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
I missed AAD VMX. How can I access it on-demand?
Asked and Answered ... July 1, 2020 If you missed the live premiere of the AAD ... Virtual Meeting Experience (AAD VMX), the event can be accessed online through Dec. 31, 2020. ... AAD VMX on-demand benefits include: ... Opportunities to receive CME credits ... More than a dozen robust
American Academy of Dermatology elects new officers, board members
ROSEMONT, Ill. (April 18, 2022) — The American Academy of Dermatology has announced the results of its annual election. The Academy’s new officers and board members will lead the world’s largest dermatologic society, representing more than 20,500 physicians who specialize in the diagnosis and medical, surgical, and cosmetic treatment of
2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule
CMS finalizes payment changes for 2025 ... On Nov. 1, CMS released the 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) final rule, setting the conversion factor at $32.3465, a 2.83% reduction from the 2024 rate of $33.2875. This adjustment includes a 0.00% update as required by MACRA, the expiration of the
Applying the 2021 E/M coding concepts in everyday practice – Part 5
Part five of the AADA’s clinical vignettes focuses on the application of coding concepts related to E/M encounters. These clinical vignettes demonstrate how data ordered outside or between encounters contributes to the Data to be Reviewed or Analyzed MDM element in the next encounter. Missed the previous articles? Review them
Coding, culture, and contracts — the Academy knows all things practice management
It’s all in the coding At the end of the day, a successful practice relies on you knowing which code to use and how and when to use it. Bringing you the best information about coding keeps you on the ball. DermWorld published scores of titles on coding in 2023,
FDA agrees to implement AADA’s iPLEDGE recommendations
The FDA agreed to require significant Academy-recommended changes to the iPLEDGE program that will alleviate administrative burdens for dermatologists. The AADA has been fighting for these changes since 2021 when the FDA transitioned to a new iPLEDGE platform that malfunctioned and disrupted treatment for many patients. ... In 2023, ...
How climate change and wildfire smoke can impact the skin
Studies show California wildfires led to an increase in the number of patients visiting dermatologists for flares in skin conditions NEW ORLEANS (March 17, 2023) — New research ... 1,2,3 ... shows that as wildfires are increasing in frequency, intensity and extent, and affecting air quality across the U.S., they
Getting a toehold on subungual tumors: Aneurysmal bone cysts join the club
By Warren R. Heymann, MD Aug. 26, 2016 Subungual tumors make me nervous. I realize that most are benign (subungual exostosis, osteochondroma, onycholemmal cyst, glomus tumor, pyogenic granuloma, wart, fibroma, acral fibromyxoma), however subungual malignant lesions (squamous cell carcinoma, keratoacanthoma, melanoma) occur. A delayed diagnosis can result in a profoundly
June 17, 2020
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / June 17, 2020 ... Treating patients during the COVID-19 pandemic? Here’s how to minimize your malpractice liability risk. DW Insights and Inquiries : Researching therapeutic reformation of the capillary malformation —
November 11, 2020
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / November 11, 2020 ... How effective are steroid-sparing agents in treating chronic alopecia areata? DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Raising a toast to advances in treating alcohol-induced flushing Derm Coding Consult
SkinSerious stories
Learn how board-certified dermatologists have helped patients with serious skin disease and collaborated with other doctors to enhance patient care. ... Treating a child with severe genetic skin disorder Dermatologist’s care helps child walk again. (Anna Riley, patient; Britt Craiglow, MD, FAAD) ... Dermatologists provide lifesaving care at 10,000 feet
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
Storytelling in advocacy
Ask the Expert ... By Victoria Houghton, Managing Editor, February 1, 2023 DermWorld ... spoke to Alex Gross, MD, FAAD, chair of the AADA State Policy Committee, about how to utilize personal stories with policymakers to make an advocacy impact. DermWorld: Tell us about your experience advocating on behalf of
Dermatologist happiness by practice setting
Facts at your fingertips ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor, October 1, 2019 How much do practice settings affect dermatologists’ overall job satisfaction? According to new data from the AAD Life in Practice Survey, the happiest dermatologists are those in group practices that are not owned by private equity groups.
April 24, 2024
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / April 24, 2024 ... False negatives: How biotin can interfere with lab tests DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans recurrence — Size matters Risk of paradoxical eczema in patients receiving
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
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
In the health care loop
Answers in Practice ... By Victoria Houghton, Managing Editor, July 1, 2023 Randa Khoury, MD, FAAD ... DermWorld ... talks to Randa Khoury, MD, FAAD, a dermatologist with the Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group (MAPMG), about what it’s like to work in a single-payer model health care system. DermWorld: Tell us
Impact Report — Vol 4, Issue 3
At the Academy, our number one priority is to support our members. To do that, we are consistently evaluating our initiatives and programs to ensure you are getting the most from your membership. See how we support you through advocacy, read about our success in positioning your expertise with the
Contact us
For information about available positions at the Academy's Rosemont, Illinois, or Washington, D.C., offices, use the following contact information: ... Human Resources Department ... Email: ... aadjobs@aad.org Phone: (847) 330-0230 ... How we verify ... Download a PDF on the ... Work Number from Equifax , which the Academy uses
Shining a light on the Sunshine Act
Legally Speaking ... Daniel F. Shay, Esq. is a health care attorney at Alice G. Gosfield and Associates, P.C. ... By Daniel F. Shay, Esq., July 2, 2018 The "Sunshine Act" as it has come to be known (stemming from Sen. Charles Grassley’s position that sunshine is the best disinfectant)
Advocacy Update Nov 25, 2025
IN THIS ISSUE / Nov. 25, 2025 OIG report supports dermatologists’ use of modifier 25, CMS requires no further actions Academy objects to Anthem non-participating physician policy AADA urged Congress to stabilize Medicare physician payment at recent House Ways and Means subcommittee hearing Support SkinPAC Regulatory Advocacy OIG report supports
Wait no more
In Practice ... By Victoria Houghton, managing editor, September 3, 2018 Dermatology World talks with Benjamin Chong, MD, MSCS service chief of dermatology at Parkland Health and Hospital System in Dallas about how he addressed long wait times. ... Dermatology World: Describe the access issues with the dermatology clinic at
AAD publications continue to win big!
DermWorld, AADA Advocacy Update earn APEX awards; ... DermWorld wins FOLIO award. ... Over 1,000 entries were considered for 2025 APEX Awards, and two different AAD publications snagged one. ... The July 2024 issue of ... DermWorld received an APEX Award in the "Magazines, Journals, & Tabloids" category, which is
Sun exposure taking a toll: new AAD survey shows sharp increase in sun damage across the U.S.
Practice safe sun ahead of Melanoma Monday (May 5) ROSEMONT, Ill. (April 29, 2025) — A recent survey of more than 1,000 U.S. adults showed that nearly all Americans believe sun protection is important, with 1 in 4 citing the influence of a dermatologist as the reason. However, Americans have
iPLEDGE advocacy updates
The statements to members below track the Academy’s ongoing advocacy efforts for the dermatology specialty on the iPLEDGE Program. ... Dec. 5, 2023 iPLEDGE Win: FDA implements AADA’s recommendations ... In response to AADA’s relentless advocacy, the FDA has finally agreed to implement important changes to the iPLEDGE program that
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
Incysting on understanding pilar cysts
By Warren R. Heymann, MD July 15, 2020 Vol. 2, No. 28 Chances are you will see patients with at least one pilar cyst today. You will reassure them of their benignity, stating that the risk of their becoming cancerous is infinitesimal, and perhaps you will excise some lesions. Inquisitive
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
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,
Applying the 2021 E/M coding concepts in everyday practice – Part 7
Part seven of the AADA’s clinical vignettes focuses on the application of coding concepts related to E/M encounters. These clinical vignettes demonstrate how, a common dermatologic condition, actinic keratosis in these examples, can be categorized under different categories of problem addressed during the encounter depending on disease severity and patient
Educating the public — skin healthy magazine
skin healthy: Help us educate your patients right from your office ... More than 12,000 U.S. AAD members have received the first issue of AAD’s skin healthy, a new magazine to educate your patients about the common skin conditions you treat, and we encourage you to share this valuable resource
Virtual grand rounds
Answers in Practice ... By Emily Margosian, assistant editor, July 1, 2021 DermWorld ... talks to Stephen Ostrowski, MD, PhD — dermatology instructor at Harvard Medical School and grand rounds course director for Massachusetts General Hospital’s Department of Dermatology — about the advantages and challenges of hosting virtual grand rounds.
New treatments for HIV and other STIs provide hope for better quality of life
Dermatologist discusses emerging treatments in LGBTQ+ healthcare SAN DIEGO (March 8, 2024) — LGBTQ+ individuals have unique skin care needs, including concerns about sexually transmitted infections (STI), like HIV, as well as acne and hair growth and removal, especially relating to hormone replacement therapy. With over 14 million U.S. adults
How aligned are Redditor-driven recommendations with the current AAD acne guidelines?
Clinical Applications ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the former 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
Any month is a good month to give thanks.
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the former 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.
Improving the physician-patient relationship with compassionate communication
Answers in Practice ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, January 1, 2022 DermWorld ... talks to Christine J. Ko, MD, FAAD, professor of dermatology and pathology at Yale School of Medicine, about how to use psychology to improve patient interactions. DermWorld: What drew you to this topic? Dr. Ko: I
New American Academy of Dermatology survey reveals most Americans say sun protection is more important now than five years ago, yet many misunderstand how to protect themselves
Dermatologists urge the public to protect themselves from the sun to reduce skin cancer risk ahead of Melanoma Monday (May 2) and Skin Cancer Awareness Month ROSEMONT, Ill. (April 26, 2022) — In a recent survey of more than 1,000 U.S. adults, the American Academy of Dermatology found that while
September 3, 2025
Derm World Weekly - A Publication of the American Academy of Dermatology | Association ... IN THIS ISSUE / Sept. 3, 2025 ... Comparison of botulinum toxin A formulations for treating glabellar strain DermWorld Insights and Inquiries : Trichobacteriosis — A salute to the Shelleys Academy mourns the passing of
Out of the (check) box
Dermatologists break down how to make quality and practice improvement activities manageable while benefiting their practice and patients. ... Feature ... By Allison Evans, Assistant Managing Editor, December 1, 2022 Quality improvement (QI) efforts are increasingly tied to reimbursement. Reporting measures in the quality category of the Merit-based Incentive Payment
The neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio in cancer: Beauty in simplicity
By Warren R. Heymann, MD ... Sept. 29, 2016 ... The world was stunned and saddened on January 28th, 1986 when the Space Shuttle Challenger exploded. Six months later, during the meeting of the Rogers Commission analyzing the disaster, the famed physicist Richard Feynman demonstrated how O-rings lost their
So much has changed
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the former 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
Learning about proton pump inhibitor-induced dermatologic adverse reactions is ulcerogenic
By Warren R. Heymann, MD June 7, 2016 How many of your patients are on protein pump inhibitors (PPI) such as Nexium [esomeprazole], Prevacid [lansoprazole], or Prilosec [omeprazole] for GERD? Let me rephrase the question. How many of your patients are NOT on PPIs? ... Alkeraye et al reported two
Request a DataDerm consultation
Discover how DataDerm can help you assess and optimize care, avoid penalties, and advance the specialty. Our registry experts are available to answer your questions about enrollment, EHR integration, and more. ... Please complete the form below and a DataDerm expert will reach out to you to answer your questions.
2025 AADA Legislative Conference: FAQs
When and where will the conference take place? ... The 2025 AADA Legislative Conference will take place September 7-9, 2025, at the ... J.W. Marriott Hotel , in Washington, D.C. ... What is the AADA Legislative Conference? ... The AADA Legislative Conference is the specialty’s foremost meeting focused on legislative,
A bridge from the view: Switching from glass to digital dermatopathology
By Warren R. Heymann, MD Nov. 23, 2016 Eight months ago, I started using the Clearpath digital dermatopathology system developed by Tom Olsen and his associates at the Dermatopathology Laboratory Central States (DLCS). As one of the early utilizers, I was grateful to work with his software wizards, offering my
They never taught us how to fail
From the Editor ... Dr. Schwarzenberger is the former 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
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
Taking the pain out of prior authorization denials
Answers in Practice ... By Emily Margosian, Assistant Editor, January 1, 2020 Dermatology World talks with Martina Porter, MD, at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, about how she has mastered the prior authorization appeal process. Dr. Porter is co-director of the Clinical Laboratory for Epidemiology and Applied Research in Skin
Naltrexone therapy for Hailey-Hailey disease: Confirming my addiction to evidence-based medicine
By Warren R. Heymann, MD Aug. 28, 2017 Hailey-Hailey disease. Patient 1: erythematous-crusted plaques on the lower midback before radiation treatment. ... Credit: ... JAAD I was fascinated by a presentation at the recent World Congress of Pediatric Dermatology discussing improvement of epidermolysis bullosa wounds with topical CBD (cannabis) oil.
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,