Teledermatology Could Expedite Care for Suspected Skin Cancer
Teledermatology is slightly more expensive but can expedite time to clinical resolution.
Dermatology
Phone App Linked to Improved Psoriasis Treatment Adherence
Use of a smartphone app may improve short-term adherence to a cutaneous foam psoriasis treatment.
Guidelines Developed for Management of Certain Skin Cancers
Guidelines have been developed for the management of basal cell carcinoma and cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma.
Obesity May Be Linked to Increased Risk for Rosacea in Women
The risk for rosacea was higher among those with increased body mass index.
Physician Density Tied to Increased Use of Dermatology Procedures, More Billing to Medicare
Higher dermatologist density is associated with increased use of dermatology procedures and subsequent billed charges to Medicare.
Pediatric Skin Conditions Accurately Diagnosed With Smartphone Photographs
Smartphone photographs taken by parents are of sufficient quality to allow accurate diagnosis.
Increase in ER Visits for Herpes Zoster Seen From 2006 to 2013
There was an increase in the number of emergency department visits and costs for HZ-related ER visits.
Significant Economic Burden Caused by Skin Diseases
In the United States, dermatological conditions cost $75 billion in 2013, researchers say.
Indoor Tanning Cost US Health Care $343 Million Annually
Skin cancers from ultraviolet light in devices totaled $343.1 million in 2015 alone, researchers say.
Dermatologists Shown to Receive Significant Industry Payments from Pharmaceuticals
Dermatologists receive variations in nature and amount of payments from pharmaceutical companies, with the top 1% receiving at least $93,622.
