Hitting on hot topics ranging from the effectiveness of platelet-rich plasma to breakthroughs in gene editing to battling physician burnout, the 2017 AAD Summer Meeting delivered a robust education ... > MORE
2017 Summer Meeting Wrap Up
Experienced dermatologists share favorite pearls
Everyone likes a good tip about how to be more efficient or make a task easier. Several experienced dermatologists offered a variety of tips July 27 during “Pearls From Members” (F005). Each speaker ... > MORE
Physician burnout: Trying to reverse the trend
Overall physician burnout increased from 45 percent in 2011 to 54 percent in 2014, according to studies. Dermatologists lagged in 2011, with 32 percent experiencing burnout, but they passed the pack ... > MORE
Hair loss and inflammation: Seeking the connection
New therapies are fueling new studies to determine the role of inflammation in androgenetic alopecia. Those studies combine established interventions with newer approaches, such as the use of ... > MORE
Pigmented lesions: Diagnosis, treatment standards needed
As the number of melanoma cases increases, the diagnosis and treatment of pigmented lesions has become a sore point in dermatology, with many questions about the best approaches. Established and ... > MORE
Tips for improving the patient experience
Whether you are a senior or a junior dermatologic surgeon, you face new challenges. A July 27 symposium touched a variety of topics, including improving the patient experience, dealing with pregnant ... > MORE
Non-melanoma skin cancers are increasing
Although melanomas draw a lot of attention, non-melanoma skin cancers are also on the increase. Advances in the treatment of actinic keratosis, basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and ... > MORE
Are you ready to lead? Nominations sought for 2018 AAD election
The American Academy of Dermatology's Nominating Committee is accepting nominees for the 2018 Academy election for officers, directors of the Board of Directors, and Nominating Committee member ... > MORE
