Patient Buzz: Adult Acne to Nail Discoloration
Do you ever field odd-ball questions from your patients and wonder where the information came from? What makes chapped lips worse? Nail discoloration? Adult acne? How often should you shower?
Be prepared for what treatments and conditions your patients may ask about at their next office visit by reviewing the latest dermatology articles from the consumer press that are outlined below.
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Do you ever field odd-ball questions from your patients and wonder where the information came from? What makes chapped lips worse? Nail discoloration? Adult acne? How often should you shower?
Be prepared for what treatments and conditions your patients may ask about at their next office visit by reviewing the latest dermatology articles from the consumer press that are outlined below.
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Dermatophytosis constitutes a big chunk of “bread and butter” in dermatology. In fact, an average of 4.1 million visits a year were due to dermatophytosis from 1995 to 2004! Nevertheless, these fungi can still stump the most seasoned dermatologist, and misdiagnosis can be surprisingly common. Dr. Adam Friedman, Professor, Interim Chair, and Program Director of Dermatology at George Washingt … 
Speaking 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 … 
What is true about this tumor?
A. It is the second most common type of skin cancer
B. Telangiectasias are not commonly seen
C. Rombo syndrome has these tumors
D. Cowden syndrome
E. Mohs micrographic surgery is not an effective treatment
To find out the correct answer and read the explanation, click here.
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Join Us for the Second Annual LIVE Broadcast In-Service Board Review Session!
Just in time for the online practice exam!
This live broadcast In-Service board review session will consist of 6 lectures, which will cover as much as possible of both medical and procedural dermatology. Each lecture is 15 questions followed by explanations of the answer choices.
Date: March 7, 2019
Time: 8: …