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Tanning Bed Access and Usage Linked to Melanoma Risk Across New England

The Dermatology Digest

Tanning bed access and usage is driving increased melanoma risk in specific regions of New England, according to a new spatial epidemiologic study in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology. Tran, Department of Dermatology, Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University in Providence, RI, in a news release.

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PHysicians & the esthetician

Southeastern Esthetics Institute

Having a thorough understanding of the dermatology and plastic surgery procedures, in addition to all new and modern cosmetic procedures on the market, is critical in assisting your clients in answering questions. Estheticians must understand and uphold a high skill level in documentation and notation skills.

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AI Scribes: Reducing Documentation Time and Uncovering New Ethical Challenges in Health Care

Dermatology Times

Since the first electronic medical record emerged in 1972, clinicians have found themselves increasingly trapped behind screens.

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Self-Skin Cancer Exams: Early Detection and When to See a Dermatologist

US Dermatologt Partners

Dermatology Partners Georgetown , Skin cancer is a condition that ranges in severity from highly treatable to life-threatening. Take notes or photos document any moles, spots, or lesions for easy comparison over time. A member of a local dermatology team will be in touch soon to finalize the details. Dermatology Partners.

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Dermatologist Creates AI Tool to Make Documentation Easier

Dermatology Times

Michael Sherling, MD, MBA, leverages AI to simplify administrative tasks and focus on patient care.

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The Top 5 Dermatology Trends on Instagram and TikTok

First Derm

The Top 5 Dermatology Trends on Instagram and TikTok Dermatology is one of the most popular medical fields on Instagram and TikTok. Here are the top five dermatology trends on these platforms. Ultimately, only time will tell whether these dermatology trends are here to stay.

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New DART Guidelines Set Standards for Use of IGSRT in Non-melanoma Skin Cancers

The Dermatology Digest

New guidelines from the Dermatology Association of Radiation Therapy (DART) call for standardized dosing and fractions when treating basal cell carcinoma (BCC) and squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) patients with image-guided superficial radiation therapy (IGSRT).

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