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Dermatologists Can Help Women Win the Fight Against Common Forms of Hair Loss

MIAMI (Mar 4, 2010) — For many women, unexplained hair loss can take a significant psychological toll on their overall quality of life. From altering their hairstyle to hide a thinning part to scaling back their hair care regimen in an effort to halt further hair loss, women try countless ways to cover up this problem – and the results are often lukewarm at best. A better option is to see a dermatologist, a physician trained in the care of skin, hair and nails, who can diagnose and, in many case… Continue

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Contact Dermatitis Can Be Irritating, Especially When the Cause is a Mystery

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Skin of Color Population Faces Unique, But Treatable, Dermatologic Conditions

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New Treatments and Good Skin Care Helping Patients Control Acne and Rosacea

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American Academy of Dermatology Announces Awards and Lectureships For 68th Annual Meeting

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American Academy of Dermatology Recognizes Honorary Members

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John J. Voorhees, MD, FRCP, FAAD, Receives American Academy of Dermatology’s Master Dermatologist Award

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American Academy of Dermatology Presents Astellas Award to Honor Scientific Research

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Sizing Up Nanotechnology: How Nanosized Particles May Affect Skin Care Products

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Average Dermatologist Salary

According to the latest data from Payscale and CNNMoney.com, the average dermatologist salary in the USA ranges from an average of $202,649 to $274,442 (April 2009). Of course, upper limit of dermatologist salary can reach over 7 figures but most dermatologists actually fall more in the income ranges as described here. More details below.

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Added by dermRounds Team on December 26, 2009 at 1:27am — No Comments

Latest News from the SID - Society of Investigative Dermatology

The Society for Investigative Dermatology is pleased to announce the solicitation of nominations for the Third Annual Albert M. Kligman/Philip Frost Leadership Lecture and award. This award is made possible by the generosity of Dr. Philip Frost and will be presented to an individual in acknowledgement of significant contributions to the understanding of structure and function of skin, preferably in the past five years. A $25,000 honorarium accompanies the award. Nominations for applicants must… Continue

Added by dermRounds Team on October 29, 2009 at 9:42pm — No Comments

Don’t miss the premier DERMATOLOGY NURSING EVENT of the year!

Dermatology Nursing Institute Annual Congress September 25-27, 2009 Marriott Wardman Park Hotel • Washington, DC www.dermatologynursing.net What is the Dermatology Nursing Institute (DNI)? DNI is an educational vehicle dedicated to advancing dermatology nursing practice and patient care. It is associated with Dermatology Nursing journal, the award-winning peer-reviewed publication that has been leading the industry for over 20 years. Who should go to the Congress? RNs, NPs, APNs, CNSs, PAs, LVN… Continue

Added by Dermatology Nursing Institute on August 24, 2009 at 3:22pm — No Comments

dip derm@royal college of physicians and surgeons of glasgow

pls if any body has attempted or appeeared in the exam of royal college of physicians and surgeons of glasgow diploma in dermatology contact me i want the details concerning the clinical exam pattern on day 2 Continue

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Are you a dermatology RN, NP, APN, CNS, PA, LVN, LPN, MA, manager, or educator? Or do you know someone who will benefit from this event?

Time is running out, so REGISTER TODAY! 2009 Dermatology Nursing Institute Annual Congress www.dermatologynursing.net Early Bird Savings Deadline August 26, 2009 You don’t want to miss the premier education event for dermatology nurses this year. Here’s why: Top 5 Reasons to Attend the DNI Congress Your knowledge will skyrocket Outstanding clinical content: Are you a dermatology RN, NP, APN, CNS, PA, LVN, LPN, MA, manager, or educator? These sessions are designed specifically for YOU! Speak… Continue

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Dermatology Nursing will continue its tradition of supporting nurse research with a new column written by dermatology nursing expert Dr. Steven J. Ersser.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 6, 2009 This release is available online at www.dermatologynursing.net. New Column to Educate Dermatology Nurses About Research, Evidence-Based Practice Dermatology Nursing will continue its tradition of supporting nurse research with a new column written by dermatology nursing expert Dr. Steven J. Ersser. www.dermatologynursing.net PITMAN, NJ - As the dermatology nursing specialty has expanded, evidence-based practice and research articles have al… Continue

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Dermatology Nursing Institute Annual Congress-Marriott Wardman Park Hotel, Washington, DC

Welcome Colleagues: Growth in the dermatology nursing specialty has ramped up the need for quality education, so the Dermatology Nursing Institute (DNI), in association with the award-winning journal, Dermatology Nursing, has launched an innovative conference, the Dermatology Nursing Institute Annual Congress. DNI, the Program Planning Committee, and Dermatology Nursing are excited to invite you to the Dermatology Nursing Institute Annual Congress. Join us in our nation's capital - Washington,… Continue

Added by Dermatology Nursing Institute on June 24, 2009 at 3:56pm — No Comments

NYTimes: Many People Confused by SPF

dermRounds (NEW YORK) - A very popular news column on the New York Times, "Skin Deep" once again tackles a key topic within the field of dermatology. Recently numerous manufacturers of sunblock have been rolling out a variety of new SPF-rated products but what exactly do these new SPF numbers mean? Catherine Saint Louis, the author of this interesting article asked Dr. Gilchrest, one of our fellow dermatologists and here was her response: The parade of stratospheric SPFs is “crazy,” said Dr… Continue

Added by dermRounds Team on May 14, 2009 at 8:24am — No Comments

New Study Shows Increasing Burden of Melanoma in the United States

dermRounds (NEW YORK) -- Linos, et al, has demonstrated that there may be an increasing burden of melanoma in the US. Dermatologists in this study state that it may be controversial that the melanoma incidence represents a true epidemic. As a result, to better understand how melanoma incidence trends varied by severity at diagnosis and factors relevant to screening access, this group assessed recent United States incidence and mortality trends by histologic type, tumor thickness, and area-level… Continue

Added by dermRounds Team on January 20, 2009 at 1:27am — No Comments