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Dr. Privacy has been a practicing dermatologist for 30 years. He has prided himself on being computer savvy, and tries to keep abreast of the latest in legal requirements that impact his practice. Most of his patients are on a variety of managed care insurance plans.

A recent clinical trial found that the dietary supplementation of oral zinc sulfate is ineffective in treating patients suffering from moderate-to-severe rosacea. The apparent failure of this particular clinical trial is of particular interest in that it was a near-duplicate of a 3-year-old clinical trial found in the literature, which showed that oral zinc supplementation was beneficial in the treatment of rosacea.

In healthcare reform discussions, there is an emphasis on primary care. We wondered what dermatologists think of this, and whether this could diminish specialty practices and/or impact patient care.

Few controlled studies are available for the treatment of atopic dermatitis, so physicians must rely on experience.

A more precise skin typing system using diffuse reflectance spectrometry is beneficial to those with intermediate skin types.

Standard dressings rein in woundcare, but new research is uncovering innovative therapies for certain conditions

Custom-matched self-service facial foundations are based on the concept of color and tone and requires the use of two products.

In September 2009, Amgen decided to withdraw application for expanded use of its biologic tumor necrosis factor (TNF) blocking agent etanercept (Enbrel) in pediatric patients with moderate-to-severe psoriasis.

Gene and stem cell research is showing promise for the treatment of chronic wounds

Many factors guide decisions on choice of appropriate closure

The treatment of chronic wounds simulates an entire industry of products - including laser devices.

It has become increasingly likely that even if Congress approves some form of healthcare reform this year or early next, it will not include significant reform of the formula on which physician Medicare payments are calculated, which is disappointing news for dermatologists and every physician who serves Medicare patients.

Six patients with corticosteroid-dependant bullous pemphigoid discontinued prednisone or tapered to a low daily dose after treatment with rituximab (Rituxan, Genentech)

San Antonio - Army Capt. Christopher Collins, M.D., a staff dermatologist at Wilford Hall Medical Center, says he saw what every dermatologist sees - only worse - during his recent seven-month deployment to Iraq.

Tallahassee, Fla.- William Steele, M.D., an Orlando dermatologist, is Florida's first Powerball winner, taking a lump sum of $101 million, rather than $189 million spread over 20 years, according to the Bureau News.

National report - MDsConnect.net, a physician-exclusive Web site designed to offer social and professional networking, has gone live.

National report - Provectus Pharmaceuticals has expanded its compassionate use program for PV-10, which is being developed as a therapeutic agent for metastatic melanoma and other cancers, making it available for select cancer patients in the United States, according to a press release.

Phoenix - The American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) presented Neil Sadick, M.D., with the Excellence in Education Award for his "significant commitment time and energy to teach dermatologic surgery and promote the advancement of the specialty," according to Robert Weiss, M.D., president of ASDS.

Schaumburg, Ill. - The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) is launching an interactive Web site designed to teach kids ages 8-12, and their parents, healthy habits for their skin, hair and nails, according a press release.

Evaluating EHRs : Cost, frustration temper advantages of electronic health record systems Virus a Culprit? : Merkel cell pathogen linked to up to a third of SCC tumors Special Report : Geriatric dermatology

Low-level laser therapy for female pattern hair loss is safe and effective, one expert says.

A novel approach that involves using a special formulation of calcitriol proves to impart protection against chemotherapy-induced alopecia.

Dr. Marketing is horrified by the notion that anybody can say anything on the Web. He seeks legal help. What can he do to stop such behavior?

Translational research is delivering exciting results in the battle against BCC as well as pachyonychia congenita.

Political considerations aside, President Obama's fiscal policies are likely to serve eventually as a stimulant to growth in our economy. That's why I believe that it's time to take the likelihood of long-term inflation into account as you plan your financial future.

Looking for ways to reverse your dermatology practice's declining reimbursements, but don't know where to start? Try going to the source, or rather, sources - the terms of your payer contracts, that is. This article suggests some key items to seek in your next contract.

According to new data, oral alitretinoin can clear severe chronic hand eczema.

Recurrent genital herpes infections can be challenging to treat, and patients' quality of life decreases as frequency of relapses increases.

Geriatric patients seek help most commonly for seborrheic dermatitis and postmenopausal itchy scalp.

As the popularity and options for injectable fillers increase, so does the need for awareness and prevention of complications.