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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
American Academy of Dermatology Association Applauds Introduction of The Patients First Act Aimed at Medicare Physician Reform
Statement from Murad Alam, MD, MSCI, MBA, FAAD, President, American Academy of Dermatology Association ROSEMONT, Ill. (July 15, 2026) — The American Academy of Dermatology Association applauds Academy member Representative John Joyce, MD, FAAD (R-PA), for introducing bipartisan, comprehensive Medicare physician payment reform legislation, the Patients First Act. The Academy
Bedbugs: How to avoid bringing them home
Reduce the likelihood of bringing bedbugs home by following these dermatologists' tips.
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
Atopic dermatitis: Causes
The following may play a role in causing atopic dermatitis: Your genes, immune system, and what touches your skin.
Neurodermatitis
If you have an itchy patch of skin that becomes itchiest while you're relaxing, you may have this type of eczema.
Neurodermatitis: Causes
While what causes neurodermatitis isn't entirely known, your risk is higher if you have one of these triggers.
Keloid scars: Overview
A keloid is a type of raised scar. Unlike other raised scars, a keloid grows larger than the wound that caused it.
Eczema treatment: Coal tar preparations
Used for more than 100 years to treat eczema, coal tar is occasionally recommended to treat a child. If it’s recommended, be sure you know these facts, which include where to never apply it.
American Academy of Dermatology launches innovative project to improve outcomes for patients with hidradenitis suppurativa
ROSEMONT, Ill. (Oct. 30, 2024) — A new initiative by the American Academy of Dermatology aims to shed light on an often misunderstood and debilitating condition, hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). HS is a chronic progressive condition that can cause painful and boil-like bumps, particularly in a patient’s armpits, thighs, and groin.
Keloid scars: Causes
If you have keloid-prone skin, anything that causes skin to scar can cause a keloid, including piercings and surgery.
Prurigo nodularis: Causes
Research suggests the nerves and immune system play a role in causing prurigo nodularis.
Prurigo nodularis: Signs and symptoms
Prurigo nodularis can cause intensely itchy bumps, raised patches, scabs, and sores on the skin.
Vitamin D fact sheet
Find facts and statistics for reporting about vitamin D.
How to take pictures of your skin for your dermatologist
Quality photos that clearly show what you see are essential for telemedicine visits and more.
Pictures of squamous cell carcinoma | AAD
See pictures of squamous cell carcinoma, which can vary in appearance. SCC also looks different on darker skin tones. Learn more about how this skin cancer can look on your skin.
Can anything relieve severe atopic dermatitis?
If you're living with severe atopic dermatitis (AD), relief is possible. With help from a board-certified dermatologist, you can get a treatment plan that will help you.
Razor bump remedies for men with darker skin tones
Dermatologists say you don’t have to live with the constant bumps and discomfort. See what can help.
Prurigo nodularis: 9 dermatologists’ tips for relieving the itch
Until treatment for prurigo nodularis works, these tips can help relieve the itch.
Leg veins: Why they appear and how dermatologists treat them
Minimally invasive treatment can get rid of or fade leg veins. Treatment can also diminish symptoms like pain and fatigue and prevent complications.
Basal cell carcinoma: Outcome and life after treatment | AAD
People rarely die of basal cell carcinoma skin cancer, but outcomes depend on when it's treated. Get dermatologist guidance on life after treatment.
Advanced squamous cell carcinoma: Treatment | AAD
Treatment for advanced squamous cell carcinoma is complex. Patients often need more than one treatment. See how dermatologists classify and treat advanced SCC.
Prurigo nodularis: Diagnosis and treatment
To get rid of prurigo nodularis, you need to treat it.
Indoor tanning fact sheet
Find facts and statistics for reporting about indoor tanning.
Isotretinoin: The truth about safety, side effects, and skin care
Misinformation about this medication is common. Here you’ll find the science-backed facts.
Squamous cell carcinoma: From symptoms to treatments | AAD
Squamous cell carcinoma is a common type of skin cancer that often looks like a scaly patch, dome-shaped growth, or sore. It tends to grow slowly, but sometimes growth is quick. A board-certified dermatologist can tell you if you have this skin cancer. When found early, squamous cell carcinoma is
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