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Volume 22 - Issue 8 - August 2014

Best Case Retirement Scenarios
09/16/2014
When it comes to retirement or transitioning out of dermatology practice and into some other professional endeavor, practice management pundits and those who have been through the experience agree that: Those who fail to plan, plan to fail.
When it comes to retirement or transitioning out of dermatology practice and into some other professional endeavor, practice management pundits and those who have been through the experience agree that: Those who fail to plan, plan to fail.
When it comes to retirement or...
09/16/2014
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Factors in Anti-Aging
09/15/2014
Many factors, such as pollution, smoking and stress, can prematurely age the skin. Pollution and stress affect the skin in detrimental ways, according to Zoe Draelos, MD, a dermatologist in practice in High Point, NC. 
Many factors, such as pollution, smoking and stress, can prematurely age the skin. Pollution and stress affect the skin in detrimental ways, according to Zoe Draelos, MD, a dermatologist in practice in High Point, NC. 
Many factors, such as pollution,...
09/15/2014
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Reducing the Recurrence of Herpes Labialis
09/15/2014
A single application of acyclovir mucoadhesive buccal tablet reduces recurrence of the virus.  
A single application of acyclovir mucoadhesive buccal tablet reduces recurrence of the virus.  
A single application of...
09/15/2014
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Acne Treatment: Blue Light Therapy Benefits
08/26/2014
Blue light therapy is an option for the treatment of acne. Research has shown in-office and at-home systems produce positive results.
Blue light therapy is an option for the treatment of acne. Research has shown in-office and at-home systems produce positive results.
Blue light therapy is an option...
08/26/2014
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Derm Dx
What Is Causing This Lip Dermatitis?
08/21/2014
A 64-year-old immunosuppressed female with history of heart transplant presented with several month history of lip dermatitis affecting the bilateral upper and lower vermilion
A 64-year-old immunosuppressed female with history of heart transplant presented with several month history of lip dermatitis affecting the bilateral upper and lower vermilion
A 64-year-old immunosuppressed...
08/21/2014
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Therapeutic Review
Studies Evaluate Secukinumab in Severe Plaque Psoriasis
08/21/2014
The interleukin-17A inhibitor secukinumab was effective in the treatment of psoriasis, according to 2 large studies. 
The interleukin-17A inhibitor secukinumab was effective in the treatment of psoriasis, according to 2 large studies. 
The interleukin-17A inhibitor...
08/21/2014
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Research in Review
Topical Agent to Treat Onychomycosis
08/21/2014
Jublia, a topical antifungal, is the first in the triazole class of agents FDA approved for the treatment of distal lateral subungual onychomycosis.
Jublia, a topical antifungal, is the first in the triazole class of agents FDA approved for the treatment of distal lateral subungual onychomycosis.
Jublia, a topical antifungal, is...
08/21/2014
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Exclusive Series: A Student’s Guide to Matching into Dermatology Part 1
08/21/2014
Matching in dermatology is no easy task. This 3-part series provides information to help inform those who are interested in dermatology and answer the most commonly asked questions. 
Matching in dermatology is no easy task. This 3-part series provides information to help inform those who are interested in dermatology and answer the most commonly asked questions. 
Matching in dermatology is no...
08/21/2014
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Research in Review
Studies on Nail Psoriasis, Veins, Acne and More
08/20/2014
Updates on recent uses of lasers and light therapies in practice.   
Updates on recent uses of lasers and light therapies in practice.   
Updates on recent uses of lasers...
08/20/2014
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Voices
Life Lessons from Albert Schweitzer
08/20/2014
He committed his life to service and as such, taught the art of medicine by example as he served the poor.
He committed his life to service and as such, taught the art of medicine by example as he served the poor.
He committed his life to service...
08/20/2014
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Board Review
The Dermatologist’s Board Review - August
08/20/2014
What is the mechanism of action of topical kojic acid?
What is the mechanism of action of topical kojic acid?
What is the mechanism of action...
08/20/2014
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Spotlight
Spotlight on: Tina S. Alster, MD
08/20/2014
Dr. Tina S. Alster established the Washington Institute of Dermatologic Laser Surgery in 1990.
Dr. Tina S. Alster established the Washington Institute of Dermatologic Laser Surgery in 1990.
Dr. Tina S. Alster established...
08/20/2014
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News
Skincare Issues Continue to Heat Up
08/20/2014
Acting Surgeon General Boris D. Lushniak, MD, MPH, issued a call to action stating that skin cancer, the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the United States, is a major public health problem that requires immediate action. 
Acting Surgeon General Boris D. Lushniak, MD, MPH, issued a call to action stating that skin cancer, the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the United States, is a major public health problem that requires immediate action. 
Acting Surgeon General Boris D....
08/20/2014
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Chief Medical Editor Message
An Urgent Request
08/20/2014
Thoughts on indoor tanning and recent legislation.  
Thoughts on indoor tanning and recent legislation.  
Thoughts on indoor tanning and...
08/20/2014
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Research in Review
Acne Treatment: Blue Light Therapy Benefits
08/20/2014
Blue light therapy technology, is an additional option for the treatment of acne. Research has shown in-office and at-home systems produce positive results.1-5
Blue light therapy technology, is an additional option for the treatment of acne. Research has shown in-office and at-home systems produce positive results.1-5
Blue light therapy technology,...
08/20/2014
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Industry News
Removable Ink Skin Markers
08/14/2014
White E•Z Removable Ink, white color ink skin markers from Viscot Medical, has been recently introduced.
White E•Z Removable Ink, white color ink skin markers from Viscot Medical, has been recently introduced.
White E•Z Removable Ink, white...
08/14/2014
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