Are Dermatologists Prepared to Treat COVID-19 Patients?
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Allure recently posted an article on why dermatologists and plastic surgeons are preparing to join other medical professionals in the fight against COVID-19.
Are dermatologists prepared to treat patients with contagious respiratory illness?
For an expert opinion, I consulted dermatologist Sheila Farhang, MD, Mohs …
EPI Health has graciously supported the COVID-19 News and Resource Center.
Allure recently posted an article on why dermatologists and plastic surgeons are preparing to join other medical professionals in the fight against COVID-19.
Are dermatologists prepared to treat patients with contagious respiratory illness?
For an expert opinion, I consulted dermatologist Sheila Farhang, MD, Mohs … Continue reading "Are Dermatologists Prepared to Treat COVID-19 Patients?"
As dermatology residents, injecting filler during our demo sessions is always exciting, as it is not something we have the opportunity to practice frequently. It can also be daunting, especially with the possibility of vascular complications. Patients come to you wanting to enhance their appearance, and the idea of possibly causing permanent and serious adverse effects can be terrifying.
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Here are the issue highlights and Editor Picks for the April issue of JDD:
Dermatologists respond regarding the impact of COVID-19 and examine the potential impact of drugs on susceptibility and severity of infection in Is the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic an Indication to Temporarily Modify Dermatological Management Plans?
Treatment of Plaque Psoriasis With an Excimer Laser Utilizing a … 
Biopsy reveals absence of follicles, a mixed inflammatory infiltrate, and dermal fibrosis. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?
A. Dissecting cellulitis
B. Erosive pustular dermatosis
C. Cicatricial pemphigoid
D. Pustular psoriasis
E. Folliculitis decalvans
To find out the correct answer and read the explanation, click here.
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So many diseases, so few FDA approved indications. Between the mind-numbing time and cost from bench to bottle, it is no surprise that dermatologists, as masters of the integument are the off-label bandits, marrying their wealth of knowledge on the pathophysiology of skin diseases to the mechanisms by which medications work to create an evidenced-based armament of therapies for both common and rar … 