Dermatology
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Dermatology
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Skin cancer, Skin infections, Rashes |
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Dermatologist |
Dermatology is the branch of medicine dealing with the hair, nails, skin and its diseases.[1][2] It is a specialty with both medical and surgical aspects.[3][4][5] A dermatologist treats diseases, in the widest sense,[6] and some cosmetic problems of the skin, scalp, hair, and nails.[2][7]
Contents
- 1 Etymology
- 2 History
- 3 Training
- 4 Fellowships
- 4.1 Cosmetic dermatology
- 4.2 Dermatopathology
- 4.3 Immunodermatology
- 4.4 Mohs surgery
- 4.5 Pediatric dermatology
- 4.6 Teledermatology
- 5 Therapies
- 6 See also
- 7 References
- 8 External links
Etymology
Attested in English in 1819, the word dermatology derives from the Greek δέρματος (dermatos), genitive of δέρμα (derma), "skin"[8] (itself from δέρω dero, "to flay"[9]) and -λογία -logia,
History
Main article: History of dermatology
Readily visible alterations of the skin surface have been recognized since the dawn of history, with some being treated, and some not.[citation needed] In 1801 the first great school of dermatology became a reality at the famous Hôpital Saint-Louis in Paris, while the first textbooks (Willan's, 1798–1808) and atlases (Alibert's, 1806–1814) appeared in print during the same period of time.[10]
Training
Dermatologist
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Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or
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United States
After earning a medical degree (M.D. or D.O.), the length of training in the United States for a general dermatologist to be eligible for Board Certification by the American Academy of Dermatology, American Board of Dermatology or the American Osteopathic Board of Dermatology is a total of four years. This training consists of an initial medical, transitional, or surgical intern year followed by a three-year dermatology residency.[2][11][12] Following this training, one- or two- year post-residency fellowships are available in immunodermatology, phototherapy, laser medicine, Mohs micrographic surgery, cosmetic surgery or dermatopathology. For the past several years, dermatology residency positions in the United States have been one of the most competitive to obtain.[13][14][15]
Fellowships
Cosmetic dermatology
A Cosmetic dermatology unit in SM City North Edsa, Philippines
Dermatologists have been leaders in the field of cosmetic surgery.[16] Some dermatologists complete fellowships in surgical dermatology. Many are trained in their residency on the use of botulinum toxin, fillers, and laser surgery. Some dermatologists perform cosmetic procedures including liposuction, blepharoplasty, and face lifts.[17][18] Most dermatologists limit their cosmetic practice to minimally invasive procedures. Despite an absence of formal guidelines from the American Board of Dermatology, many cosmetic fellowships are offered in both surgery and laser medicine.[citation needed]
Dermatopathology
A dermatolopathologist is a pathologist or dermatologist who specializes in the pathology of the skin. This field is shared by dermatologists and pathologists. Usually a dermatologist or pathologist will complete one year of dermatopathology fellowship. This usually includes six months of general pathology, and six months of dermatopathology.[19] Alumni of both specialties can qualify as dermatopathologists. At the completion of a standard residency in dermatology, many dermatologists are also competent at dermatopathology. Some dermatopathologists qualify to sit for their examinations by completing a residency in dermatology and one in pathology.
Immunodermatology
This field specializes in the treatment of immune-mediated skin diseases such as lupus, bullous pemphigoid, pemphigus vulgaris, and other immune-mediated skin disorders. Specialists in this field often run their own immunopathology labs.[citation needed]
Mohs surgery
Main article: Mohs surgery
The dermatologic subspecialty called Mohs surgery focuses on the excision of skin cancers using a tissue-sparing technique that allows intraoperative assessment of 100% of the peripheral and deep tumor margins developed in the 1930s by Dr. Frederic E. Mohs. The procedure is defined as a type of CCPDMA processing. Physicians trained in this technique must be comfortable with both pathology and surgery, and dermatologists receive extensive training in both during their residency. Physicians who perform Mohs surgery can receive training in this specialized technique during their dermatology residency, but many will seek additional training either through preceptorships to join the American Society for Mohs Surgery[20] or through formal one- to two-year Mohs surgery fellowship training programs administered by the American College of Mohs Surgery.[21]
This technique requires the integration of the same doctor in two different capacities: surgeon as well as pathologist. In case either of the two responsibilities is assigned to another doctor or qualified health care professional, it will not be considered to be Mohs surgery.
Pediatric dermatology
Physicians can qualify for this specialization by completing both a pediatric residency and a dermatology residency. Or they might elect to complete a post-residency fellowship.[22] This field encompasses the complex diseases of the neonates, hereditary skin diseases or genodermatoses, and the many difficulties of working with the pediatric population.[citation needed]
Teledermatology
Main article: Teledermatology
Teledermatology is a form of dermatology where telecommunication technologies are used to exchange medical information via all kinds of media (audio, visual and also data communication, but typically photos of dermatologic conditions) usually made by non-dermatologists for evaluation off-site by dermatologists).[23][24] This subspecialty deals with options to view skin conditions over a large distance to provide knowledge exchange,[25] to establish second-opinion services for experts[26] or to use this for follow-up of individuals with chronic skin conditions.[27][28] Teledermatology can reduce wait times by allowing dermatologists to treat minor conditions online while serious conditions requiring immediate care are given priority for appointments.[29]
Therapies
Facial cleansing pores in Meditec at ITESM CCM(2012)
Therapies provided by dermatologists include, but are not restricted to the following:
- Cosmetic filler injections
- Hair removal with laser or other modalities
- Hair transplantation – a cosmetic procedure practiced by many dermatologists.
- Intralesional treatment – with steroid or chemotherapy.
- Laser therapy – for both the management of birth marks, skin disorders (like vitiligo), tattoo removal, and cosmetic resurfacing and rejuvenation.
- Photodynamic therapy – for the treatment of skin cancer and precancerous growths.
- Phototherapy – including the use of narrowband UVB, broadband UVB, psoralen and UVB.
- Tattoo removal with laser.
- Tumescent liposuction – liposuction was invented by a gynecologist. A dermatologist (Dr. Jeffrey A. Klein) adapted the procedure to local infusion of dilute anesthetic called tumescent liposuction. This method is now widely practiced by dermatologists, plastic surgeons and gynecologists.[30]
- Cryosurgery – for the treatment of warts, skin cancers, and other dermatosis.
- Radiation therapy – although rarely practiced by dermatologists, many dermatologist continue to provide radiation therapy in their office.
- Vitiligo surgery – Including procedures like autologous melanocyte transplant, suction blister grafting and punch grafting.
- Allergy testing – 'Patch testing' for contact dermatitis.
- Systemic therapies – including antibiotics, immunomodulators, and novel injectable products.
- Topical therapies – dermatologists have the best understanding of the numerous products and compounds used topically in medicine.
Most dermatologic pharmacology can be categorized based on the Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification System, specifically the ATC code D.
See also
- American Board of Dermatology
- American Osteopathic Board of Dermatology
- American Academy of Dermatology
- History of dermatology
- List of dermatologists
- Cutaneous condition
- List of cutaneous conditions
- Skin disease
- Skin lesion
References
- ^ Random House Webster's Unabridged Dictionary. Random House, Inc. 2001. Page 537. ISBN 0-375-72026-X.
- ^ a b c http://www.aad.org/public/specialty/what.html
- ^ http://www.aocd.org/?page=DermProcedures
- ^ "What is a dermatologist; what is dermatology. DermNet NZ". Dermnetnz.org. 2009-06-15. Retrieved 2012-10-28.
- ^ "What is a Dermatologist". Dermcoll.asn.au. Retrieved 2012-10-28.
- ^ Chua, Shunjie. "Dermatology is not just aesthetics". The Chroincle. Duke University. Retrieved 28 May 2015.
- ^ http://www.aad.org
- ^ δέρμα, Henry George Liddell, Robert Scott, A Greek-English Lexicon, on Perseus
- ^ δέρω, Henry George Liddell, Robert Scott, A Greek-English Lexicon, on Perseus Digital Library
- ^ Freedberg, et al. (2003). Fitzpatrick's Dermatology in General Medicine. (6th ed.). McGraw-Hill Professional. Page 3. ISBN 0-07-138076-0.
- ^ "American Board of Dermatology". Abderm.org. Retrieved 2012-10-28.
- ^ Creative Innovations. "American Osteopathic College of Dermatology - Qualifications Overview". Aocd.org. Retrieved 2012-10-28.
- ^ Wu JJ; Tyring SK. ""...has been the most competitive of all specialties for at least the last 5-6 years." This is confirmed by data from the electronic residency application service (ERAS).". Retrieved 2006-06-23.
- ^ Wu JJ; Ramirez CC; Alonso CA et al. ""Dermatology continues to be the most competitive residency to enter..." Arch Dermatol. 2006;142:845-850.". Retrieved 2007-06-25.
- ^ Singer, Natasha (2008-03-19). "For Top Medical Students, an Attractive Field". The New York Times. Retrieved 2010-05-01.
- ^ James, William; Berger, Timothy; Elston, Dirk (2005). Andrews' Diseases of the Skin: Clinical Dermatology (10th ed.). Saunders. Page 895. ISBN 0-7216-2921-0.
- ^ "Dayton Skin Care Specialists: Fellowship Information". Daytonskinsurgery.org. Retrieved 2012-10-28.
- ^ UC Davis Health System, Department of Dermatology (2010-04-21). "ACGMC Procedural Dermatology Fellow". Ucdmc.ucdavis.edu. Retrieved 2012-10-28.
- ^ "DRAFT" (PDF). Retrieved 2012-10-28.
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- ^ "The Mohs College Difference". Mohscollege.org. Retrieved 2012-10-28.
- ^ "Subspecialty Certification in Pediatric Dermatology". The American Board of Dermatology. Retrieved October 30, 2014.
- ^ Burg G, Soyer H.P, Chimenti S. (2005): Teledermatology In: Frisch P, Burgdorf W.: EDF White Book, Skin Diseases in Europe. Berlin, 130-133
- ^ Douglas A. Perednia, M.D., Nancy A. Brown, M.L.S., OregonHealthSciencesUniversity Teledermatology: one application of telemedicine
- ^ DermNet NZ: the dermatology resource
- ^ The Community for Dermatology | Teledermatology
- ^ Ebner et al. 2006 e&i
- ^ H. Peter Soyer, Rainer Hofmann-Wellenhof, Cesare Massone, Gerald Gabler, Huiting Dong, Fezal Ozdemir, Giuseppe Argenziano telederm.org: Freely Available Online Consultations in Dermatology
- ^ "Online Visits With Dermatologists Enhance Access to Care for Patients With Minor and Serious Skin Conditions, Boost Physician Productivity". Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. 2013-11-06. Retrieved 2013-11-06.
- ^ "Liposuction - Who Invented Liposuction?". Inventors.about.com. 2012-04-09. Retrieved 2012-10-28.
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- EADV - European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology
- American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
- American Association for the History of Medicine
- French Society for the History of Dermatology
- The Canadian Society for the History of Medicine
- American Academy of Dermatology
- Society of Investigative Dermatology
- IACD - International Academy of Cosmetic Dermatology
- INderma - Independent Network for Dermatology and Aesthetics
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