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Ask a Mentor Q&A Recap: Advanced Cutaneous Malignancy, High-Risk Skin Cancers in Immunocompromised Patients, and Certification in Mohs Surgery
Next Steps readers had the opportunity to ask Dr. Vishal Patel questions on managing advanced cutaneous malignancy, high-risk skin cancers in immunocompromised patients, and the importance of certification in Mohs Surgery. See all of his insightful answers below. What leadership positions are available for dermatology residents interested in pursuing a Mohs fellowship? There are a variety of …
National Drug Codes -NDC’s
National Drug Code’sAs if getting paid for your services wasn’t hard enough, how does a provider receive reimbursement for the drugs administered in the office? NDC’s are the National Drug Code’s given by the FDA to identify each drug manufactured for humans. Any drug that is considered an over the counter drug, or OTC, is given this code that is broken down into 3 numerical groupings. The first, being the …
National Drug Code’s
Seven Tips for a Successful Media Interview
interview tipsSpeaking with the media can give even the most confident dermatologist anxiety, but there is no need to fear. Relax and remember these seven tips for successful interviews. 1. Let the Reporter Lead and Don’t Be Pushy Remember – this is not your story. This is the reporter’s story. As a source, you are a vital part of the story, but you are not the one calling the shots. Whatever you do, do …
interview tips
Up Close with Derm Thought Leaders
Faculty AdviceDermatology Advice from Industry Thought Leaders on Their Biggest Mistakes, Learning Lessons, and What They Would Tell Their Younger Selves This year’s ODAC - Aesthetic, Surgical and Clinical Dermatology Conference offered attendees an amazing faculty roster ranging from leaders in medical dermatology to surgical dermatology and everything in between. Next Steps had the chance to catch up with …
Faculty Advice
Laser Protection – Friday Pop Quiz 2/8
According to the information provided, the glasses shown provide protection for which laser type? A.) Pulsed dye 585 nm B.) Alexandrite 755 nm C.) Nd:YAG 1064 nm D.) Ruby 694 nm E.) Nd:YAG 650 nm To find out the correct answer and read the explanation, click here. Test your knowledge at Derm In-Review or check out more pop quizzes. Brought to you by our Brand Partner …