Does Board Certification Really Matter?
As a recently “Board-certified” dermatologist, I would like to think that this distinction matters – not only for me but for my patients. I would hope that becoming a Diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology (ABD) is more than a title. But honestly, I’m not sure it is.
Breaking Down the Board’s Purpose
The ABD exists “to serve the public by setting high standards for dermatolog …
As a recently “Board-certified” dermatologist, I would like to think that this distinction matters – not only for me but for my patients. I would hope that becoming a Diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology (ABD) is more than a title. But honestly, I’m not sure it is.
Breaking Down the Board’s Purpose
The ABD exists “to serve the public by setting high standards for dermatolog … 
In Part II of our primer, we’ll focus on technique and aftercare. In case you missed it, view Part I of the series where we covered the basics of chemical peels.
Anesthesia
Choice of anesthetic will likely depend on the depth of the peel and patient preference. Superficial peels will likely cause only minor burning and stinging and usually require no anesthetic. Topical anesthetics can … 
Dermatology Media Relations - Part II
So you want to participate in media articles as a means of growing your dermatology practice. Time to call the professionals, right? Not necessarily. Here are three situations when to use a media relations agency and four tactics that you can do on your own.
When to use an agency:
You’re in a large media market.
If you’re in a large metro area, you wil … 
Tips on Giving Back from Dr. Deborah Sarnoff
Next Steps In Derm strives to help you achieve your career goals. A well-rounded career includes giving back to the communities we serve and to the greater field of medicine. Dr. Angelo Landriscina recently got the chance to talk with Deborah Sarnoff, MD, a board-certified dermatologist practicing in New York and President of the Skin Cancer Founda … 
Chemical peeling is one of the oldest resurfacing procedures used in dermatology, and it is still the most popular. Why the staying power? For reasons such as, ease of use, versatility, and low cost have helped maintain chemical peels as a cornerstone of the aesthetic repertoire. In this two-part primer, I’ll review the basics of chemical peels including agents used, techniques and potenti … 