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JAMA Dermatology Apr 2021
Topics: Alopecia; Dermatologists; Humans
PubMed: 33688909
DOI: 10.1001/jamadermatol.2020.5731 -
Revue Medicale Suisse Mar 2023Mpox (Monkeypox) was largely unknown in Switzerland before the outbreak that started in May 2022 and spread worldwide, including Europe and the Americas. This article... (Review)
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Mpox (Monkeypox) was largely unknown in Switzerland before the outbreak that started in May 2022 and spread worldwide, including Europe and the Americas. This article reviews the clinical manifestations and treatment of this infection while emphasizing the importance of clinical observation. Rapid identification and diagnosis of cases allow a more efficient application of sanitary measures in order to prevent further spreading of the disease.
Topics: Humans; Mpox (monkeypox); Dermatologists; Disease Outbreaks; Europe; Switzerland
PubMed: 36988168
DOI: 10.53738/REVMED.2023.19.820.614 -
Skinmed 2019
Topics: Cyberbullying; Dermatologists; Dermatology; Humans; Internet; Patient Satisfaction; Physician-Patient Relations
PubMed: 30888941
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Der Hautarzt; Zeitschrift Fur... Jun 2020Medical officers may choose to practice as physicians while being soldiers. The initial civil training in medical school is later supplemented by military training and... (Review)
Review
Medical officers may choose to practice as physicians while being soldiers. The initial civil training in medical school is later supplemented by military training and preparation for future missions abroad. All medical officers, regardless of their specialty as physicians, are employed on these missions. In the course of this, training in emergency medicine is the basis for the medical foundation for everyone. As a dermatologist deployed on a mission in Afghanistan, knowledge in emergency medicine and dermatology could be combined favorably. As a result, the professional guideline to provide medical aid for soldiers on mission in a comparable way to the coverage at home could be realized.
Topics: Afghanistan; Dermatologists; Dermatology; Germany; Humans; Military Medicine; Military Personnel
PubMed: 32409871
DOI: 10.1007/s00105-020-04580-9 -
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics... May 2022Melanoma is often initially evaluated by the dermatologist. A methodical evaluation requires complete history and detailed clinical physical examination and appropriate... (Review)
Review
Melanoma is often initially evaluated by the dermatologist. A methodical evaluation requires complete history and detailed clinical physical examination and appropriate decisions regarding biopsies. Accurate diagnosis and staging require clinicopathologic correlation and an excellent relationship with the dermatopathologist. Subsequent definitive treatment may be managed entirely by the dermatologist or might require a multidisciplinary team of specialists.
Topics: Dermatologists; Head; Head and Neck Neoplasms; Humans; Melanoma; Neck
PubMed: 35491078
DOI: 10.1016/j.coms.2021.11.007 -
Clinics in Dermatology 2020Physician wellness is a critical component of any effective health care system, as physicians serve essential roles as diagnosticians, surgeons, and leaders in medical... (Review)
Review
Physician wellness is a critical component of any effective health care system, as physicians serve essential roles as diagnosticians, surgeons, and leaders in medical care. Physician burnout, defined as a combination of the presence of emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and a diminished sense of personal accomplishment, is an increasingly recognized problem in the US health care system, as rates of burnout among physicians are on the rise, now exceeding 50%. To date, few studies have examined the impact of burnout on dermatologists specifically, but existing studies evaluating physicians collectively have shed light on the problem that exists in our specialty. This review focuses on the causes of physician dissatisfaction and burnout and provides an overview on interventions to mitigate them while emphasizing wellness; where applicable, special emphasis is placed on dermatologists.
Topics: Burnout, Professional; Delivery of Health Care; Dermatologists; Emotions; Humans; Job Satisfaction; Occupational Health; Physician's Role; United States
PubMed: 32563345
DOI: 10.1016/j.clindermatol.2020.02.010 -
Italian Journal of Dermatology and... Feb 2023Monkeypox (MPX) is a human zoonotic disease due to Monkeypox virus. Morbidity and mortality are lower than in other Orthopox virus diseases, in particular smallpox. MPX...
Monkeypox (MPX) is a human zoonotic disease due to Monkeypox virus. Morbidity and mortality are lower than in other Orthopox virus diseases, in particular smallpox. MPX is an endemic disease of Western and Central Africa. However, a multi-country outbreak is currently taking place in many non-endemic countries. The clinical and epidemiological characteristics of this epidemic appear peculiar, with significant differences compared to those of the endemic areas. In particular, it predominantly affects males having sex with males, and the route of sexual transmission appears to be particularly frequent. This has led to considerable media interest and concern among the population. Dermatologists are likely to be consulted frequently during the outbreak, especially for the differential diagnosis. Indeed, although MPX can affect various organs, the skin is constantly involved. Since the skin rash have different stages of development, MPX should be differentiate from several, common skin diseases, also because the systemic symptoms can be variable and of different severity. Therefore, dermatologists must be aware of the clinical characteristics of the disease and its management.
Topics: Humans; Male; Mpox (monkeypox); Dermatologists; Monkeypox virus; Skin; Awareness
PubMed: 36939499
DOI: 10.23736/S2784-8671.23.07448-0 -
JAMA Dermatology Mar 2022This research letter explores how frequently dermatologists separate from their medical practices and the characteristics associated with practice separation.
This research letter explores how frequently dermatologists separate from their medical practices and the characteristics associated with practice separation.
Topics: Dermatologists; Dermatology; Humans; Workforce
PubMed: 35138354
DOI: 10.1001/jamadermatol.2021.5862 -
Expert Review of Clinical Pharmacology May 2020Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a chronic inflammatory disease associated with psoriasis in 20-30% of patients. PsA presents as a heterogeneous disease involving different... (Review)
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INTRODUCTION
Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a chronic inflammatory disease associated with psoriasis in 20-30% of patients. PsA presents as a heterogeneous disease involving different domains and burdened by an important impact on function and quality of life.
AREAS COVERED
Dermatologists play an important role in the early detection of PsA because in most patients PsA develop after cutaneous psoriasis. The ideal goal of treating patients with PsA is to optimize the controls of symptoms, improve quality of life, and prevent structural damage and disability. The choice of treatment in patients with PsA should take into account also the skin signs and symptoms. Treatment options include NSAIDs, synthetic DMARDSs, anti-TNF-α agents, anti-IL-12/IL-23 agents, anti-IL-17 agents, PDE4 inhibitors, JAK inhibitors, and co-stimulatory blockers. A narrative review based on electronic searches on PubMed® database was performed. Original articles assessing either the role of the dermatologist in the management of PsA and the available treatments for PsA were included.
EXPERT OPINION
Among different treatments, some drugs show more efficacy in joint signs and symptoms, and poor response on the skin and vice versa. The perspective of the dermatologist in a multidisciplinary setting may provide a helpful tool in the management of patients with PsA.
Topics: Animals; Antirheumatic Agents; Arthritis, Psoriatic; Dermatologic Agents; Dermatologists; Humans; Physician's Role; Psoriasis; Quality of Life
PubMed: 32320308
DOI: 10.1080/17512433.2020.1759415 -
Indian Journal of Dermatology,... 2022
Review
Topics: COVID-19; Clinical Competence; Comorbidity; Dermatologists; Global Health; Humans; Pandemics; Skin Diseases
PubMed: 34877838
DOI: 10.25259/IJDVL_766_2021