# Dermatology * **Definition:** The branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of skin disorders, focusing on the health of the skin, the largest organ in the body. * **Taxonomy:** Specialties / Dermatology ## News * Selected news on the topic of **Dermatology**, for healthcare technology leaders * 11K news items are in the system for this topic * Posts have been filtered for tech-related keywords | Date | Title | Source | | --- | --- | --- | | 5/19/2025 | [**Diversity in Dermatology Training Programs Improves, but Gaps Remain**](https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/diversity-dermatology-training-programs-improves-gaps-remain-2025a1000chn) | [[Medscape]] | | 4/22/2025 | [**Golden State Dermatology Expands Network with Sixth Greater Los Angeles Location**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/golden-state-dermatology-expands-network-with-sixth-greater-los-angeles-location-302435087.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 3/10/2025 | [**Teledermatology Benefits Underserved Populations, Reduces Physician Burnout**](https://www.ajmc.com/view/teledermatology-benefits-underserved-populations-reduces-physician-burnout) | [[AJMC]] | | 3/7/2025 | [**AMERICAN ACADEMY OF DERMATOLOGY INSTALLS NEW OFFICERS, BOARD MEMBERS**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/american-academy-of-dermatology-installs-new-officers-board-members-302379373.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 3/7/2025 | [**SUSAN C. TAYLOR, MD, FAAD, ASSUMES PRESIDENCY OF THE AMERICAN ACADEMY ...**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/susan-c-taylor-md-faad-assumes-presidency-of-the-american-academy-of-dermatology-302379374.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 2/13/2025 | [**Bare Dermatology Expands with Opening of 9th DFW Area Location, Led by Dr. Ritu Swali**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/bare-dermatology-expands-with-opening-of-9th-dfw-area-location-led-by-dr-ritu-swali-302375620.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 2/11/2025 | [**Prominent Dermatology Offices Unite to Redefine Care Under Cara Mia Dermatology**](https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/prominent-dermatology-offices-unite-to-redefine-care-under-cara-mia-dermatology-1034341882) | [[Business Insider Markets]] | | 2/4/2025 | [**Frontier Dermatology Celebrates 25 Years of Excellence in Dermatologic Care**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/frontier-dermatology-celebrates-25-years-of-excellence-in-dermatologic-care-302367588.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 2/4/2025 | [**Frontier Dermatology Celebrates 25 Years of Excellence in Dermatologic Care**](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/frontier-dermatology-celebrates-25-years-150000819.html) | [[Yahoo Finance]] | | 1/27/2025 | [**Integration of SOC Dermatology into Primary Care Education**](https://www.physiciansweekly.com/integration-of-soc-dermatology-into-primary-care-education/) | [[Physicians Weekly]] | | 1/6/2025 | [**Provident Healthcare Partners Advises The Dermatology Center in its Partnership with ...**](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/provident-healthcare-partners-advises-dermatology-114200280.html) | [[Yahoo Finance]] | | 1/6/2025 | [**Provident Healthcare Partners Advises The Dermatology Center in its Partnership ... - PR Newswire**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/provident-healthcare-partners-advises-the-dermatology-center-in-its-partnership-with-epiphany-dermatology-302342333.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 12/16/2024 | [**Saudi Arabia Dermatology Devices Market Report 2024 - Yahoo Finance**](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/saudi-arabia-dermatology-devices-market-110800101.html) | [[Yahoo Finance]] | | 12/16/2024 | [**The Dermatology Center, PA, Joins Epiphany Dermatology**](http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241216903413/en/The-Dermatology-Center-PA-Joins-Epiphany-Dermatology/?feedref=JjAwJuNHiystnCoBq_hl-RLXHJgazfQJNuOVHefdHP-D8R-QU5o2AvY8bhI9uvWSD8DYIYv4TIC1g1u0AKcacnnViVjtb72bOP4-4nHK5ieT3WxPE8m_kWI77F87CseT) | [[Business Wire]] | | 12/10/2024 | [**Geriatric Dermatology: A Qriatric Dermatologist Daniel C. Butler, MD**](https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/geriatric-dermatology-q-geriatric-dermatologist-daniel-c-2024a1000mud) | [[Medscape]] | | 12/4/2024 | [**U.S. Dermatology Partners Announces the Opening of Platte City, Missouri Office**](https://www.prweb.com/releases/us-dermatology-partners-announces-the-opening-of-platte-city-missouri-office-302322161.html) | [[PRWeb]] | | 10/29/2024 | [**Exceptional Dermatology Care in Fullerton, CA Joins PhyNet Dermatology LLC, Expanding Access to Care in Southern California**](https://www.prweb.com/releases/exceptional-dermatology-care-in-fullerton-ca-joins-phynet-dermatology-llc-expanding-access-to-care-in-southern-california-302286943.html) | [[PRWeb]] | | 10/24/2024 | [**WellAve Dermatology Welcomes Esteemed Mohs Surgeon, Dr. Allan Harrington, as Chief Medical Officer**](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/wellave-dermatology-welcomes-esteemed-mohs-123100538.html) | [[Yahoo Finance]] | | 10/24/2024 | [**WellAve Dermatology Welcomes Esteemed Mohs Surgeon, Dr. Allan Harrington, as Chief ...**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/wellave-dermatology-welcomes-esteemed-mohs-surgeon-dr-allan-harrington-as-chief-medical-officer-302285226.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 10/10/2024 | [**Olansky Dermatology cs co-founder Dr. David Olansky retires after more than 40 years of clinical practice**](https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/olansky-dermatology-aesthetics-co-founder-dr-david-olansky-retires-after-more-than-40-years-of-clinical-practice-1033836519) | [[Business Insider Markets]] | | 9/24/2024 | [**Frontier Dermatology Acquires Doherty Dermatology Practice in Bellingham, WA - PR Newswire**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/frontier-dermatology-acquires-doherty-dermatology-practice-in-bellingham-wa-302252910.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 9/4/2024 | [**The Dermatology Specialists Celebrates Milestone 50th Location with FREE Skin Cancer ...**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/the-dermatology-specialists-celebrates-milestone-50th-location-with-free-skin-cancer-screenings-in-partnership-with-la-roche-posay-302235285.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 8/29/2024 | [**Does Insurance Cover Dermatology?**](https://www.forbes.com/advisor/health-insurance/does-insurance-cover-dermatology/) | [[Forbes]] | | 8/6/2024 | [**Lindus Health Unveils All-in-One Dermatology CRO Offering for Dermatology Clinical Trials**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/lindus-health-unveils-all-in-one-dermatology-cro-offering-for-dermatology-clinical-trials-302215645.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 7/2/2024 | [**Tareen Dermatology Empowers Young Girls with 3rd Annual Careers in Medicine Event**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/tareen-dermatology-empowers-young-girls-with-3rd-annual-careers-in-medicine-event-302188466.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | ## Specialty Overview (Some LLM-derived content — please confirm with above primary sources) ### Key Players - **The Dermatology Center, PA**: Established in 1982, known for high-quality dermatology and cosmetic services, now partnered with Epiphany Dermatology. - **Integrated Dermatology**: A family-owned company operating in 28 states, providing dermatologists with a partnership model that includes profit-sharing and operational control. - **Knight Dermatology Institute (KDI)**: Recognized for its focus on skin cancer detection and treatment, KDI has partnered with Forefront Dermatology to enhance its operational capabilities. - **The Dermatology Specialists**: The largest dermatology group in New York City, expanding its locations and offering free skin cancer screenings. - **Tareen Dermatology**: A dermatology practice focused on innovative treatments, currently conducting advanced-stage clinical trials for vitiligo in partnership with CLINUVEL. - **Epiphany Dermatology**: A dermatology practice expanding its operations through partnerships to enhance access to quality dermatologic care. - **U.S. Dermatology Partners**: A prominent dermatology practice serving over 2 million patients annually, expanding its reach with new locations to enhance access to care. - **Frontier Dermatology**: A leading dermatology practice in the Pacific Northwest, celebrating 25 years of patient care and operating 37 locations across Washington and Oregon. - **Galderma**: A global leader in dermatology, recently partnering with L'Oréal to advance research and development in skin care. - **Platinum Dermatology Partners**: A leading organization in aesthetic medicine, focusing on enhancing patient care through its Aesthetics Research Committee (ARC) led by Dr. Sabrina Fabi. - **Schweiger Dermatology Group**: Recognized for its rapid growth and commitment to high-quality dermatological care across multiple states. - **Doherty Dermatology**: Acquired by Frontier Dermatology, known for Mohs micrographic surgery, rebranding as Frontier Dermatology (Bellingham South). - **WellAve Dermatology**: Launching in-house pathology services for quicker diagnostic results and personalized patient care. ### Partnerships and Collaborations - **Knight Dermatology Institute and Forefront Dermatology**: This partnership provides KDI with administrative and operational resources to support growth while maintaining its local brand. - **PhyNet Dermatology and Exceptional Dermatology Care**: Affiliation to enhance service offerings and patient care in Southern California. - **Practical Dermatology and ReachMD Network**: Syndicating educational content to enhance dermatology education for healthcare professionals. - **Cara Mia Dermatology**: Rebranded clinics in Colorado to provide a unified approach to skin health and aesthetic care, part of Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery. - **Tareen Dermatology**: Community-focused initiatives providing cosmetic treatments with profits supporting local charities. - **Lindus Health**: Collaborates with life science innovators to streamline clinical research processes in dermatology. - **Platinum Dermatology Partners and ARC**: The Aesthetics Research Committee aims to unify resources and expertise to advance aesthetic services and clinical trials. - **Tareen Dermatology and CLINUVEL**: Conducting clinical trials for a new vitiligo treatment aimed at improving patient outcomes. - **Golden State Dermatology and Gregory Bricca, MD**: New partnership to integrate medical dermatology practice. - **Epiphany Dermatology and The Dermatology Center**: This partnership enhances service offerings in Maryland, focusing on quality dermatologic care. - **AQUA Dermatology and First Coast Mohs**: Expanding dermatology and Mohs surgery capabilities in Jacksonville, Florida. - **Epiphany Dermatology and George Dermatology**: This collaboration enhances access to dermatologic care in the St. Louis area, improving operations and patient care. - **Epiphany Dermatology and The Dermatology Center, PA**: Expansion into the greater Washington D.C. area to enhance patient care. - **Epiphany Dermatology and Dr. Mary Noel George**: Collaboration to improve patient access to dermatologic services in Missouri. - **Galderma and L'Oréal**: Establishing a scientific partnership to advance dermatological research and product development. - **Epiphany Dermatology and Town Square Dermatology**: Partnership to deliver personalized skin care in Iowa City. - **Epiphany Dermatology and Dr. James Bond**: Enhancing access to dermatologic care in the Dallas-Ft. Worth area through partnership. - **Epiphany Dermatology and The Sun Bus**: Renewed partnership to provide mobile dermatology services to marginalized communities, enhancing access to care. - **Alliance for Multispecialty Research and Waccamaw Dermatology**: Enhancing access to clinical trials in the Carolinas, focusing on dermatological care. - **Provident Healthcare Partners and The Dermatology Center**: Advisory role in the partnership with Epiphany Dermatology to enhance growth and success. ### Innovations, Trends, and Initiatives - **DataDerm**: A comprehensive clinical dermatology data registry aiding advocacy and research, discussed as a vital tool at the AAD Annual Meeting. - **Geriatric Dermatology**: An evolving field emphasizing the unique challenges of aging skin and the need for specialized care. - **Teledermatology**: The growth of teledermatology is reshaping patient care, allowing for remote consultations and increased access to dermatological services. - **New Dermatology Locations**: Expansion of practices like The Dermatology Specialists and DermCare Management to enhance patient access to care. - **Dermatology Diagnostics Market Growth**: Valued at $4.1 billion in 2023, projected to reach $8.6 billion by 2033, driven by increasing skin disease prevalence and awareness. - **Climate Advocacy**: Dermatologists are called to prioritize climate and health research, addressing the impact of climate change on skin health. - **Personalized Dermatology**: Emerging trend focusing on tailored treatment plans for diverse skin types, particularly in regions like Saudi Arabia. - **Telemedicine in Pediatric Dermatology**: Utilizing telemedicine to improve access to dermatological care for underserved communities, particularly in pediatric populations. - **Aesthetics Research Committee (ARC)**: Focuses on advancing aesthetic medicine through clinical research and collaboration among dermatologists. - **Dermatology Equipment Market Growth**: The global diagnostic dermatology equipment market is projected to grow significantly, driven by advancements in technology and increasing consumer interest in cosmetic procedures. - **AI in Dermatology**: Artificial intelligence is enhancing diagnostic accuracy and workflow efficiency, particularly in medical dermatology. - **Pharmacist Integration**: Embedding pharmacists in dermatology clinics has shown to enhance clinical and financial outcomes for patients with chronic inflammatory skin conditions. - **Diversity in Clinical Trials**: Initiatives by the Skin of Color Society to improve minority representation in dermatology clinical trials. - **Nanotechnology**: Revolutionizing drug delivery systems in dermatology, improving skin penetration and treatment efficacy. - **Generative AI in Dermatology**: Exploring the use of generative AI to streamline dermatological practices and improve documentation efficiency. ### Challenges and Concerns - **Access to Care**: The need for systemic changes in inpatient dermatology to improve patient care and reduce costs, particularly for those with skin diseases. - **Healthcare Disparities**: Efforts needed to address disparities in dermatology care, particularly for underrepresented communities. - **Regulatory Changes**: Dermatology practices face challenges in managing regulatory changes while maintaining high standards of care. - **Pediatric Dermatology Access**: Critical shortage of pediatric dermatologists in the U.S., with only about 300 board-certified specialists. - **Ethical Considerations**: The integration of technology in dermatology raises concerns about maintaining safety and ethical standards in patient care. - **Skilled Professional Shortage**: A significant challenge in the dermatology diagnostics market, impacting service delivery. - **Healthcare Costs**: Patients with atopic dermatitis face high annual healthcare costs, emphasizing the necessity for improved outpatient dermatologic care access. - **Insurance Coverage Issues**: Need for data to support advocacy efforts against restrictive insurance policies affecting dermatological services. - **Minority Underrepresentation**: Significant gaps in minority participation in dermatology clinical trials, affecting data comprehensiveness. - **Misinformation in Pediatric Dermatology**: The Society for Pediatric Dermatology highlights the need to combat misinformation affecting care for children with dermatologic conditions. - **Regulatory Clarity in Genetic Testing**: Concerns regarding the certification, regulation, and clinical validity of genetic testing in dermatology, highlighting the need for clearer regulations. - **Reimbursement Issues**: Teledermatology faces challenges related to reimbursement and standardization, hindering wider adoption. - **Teledermatology Limitations**: Concerns about the accuracy of diagnoses and legal complexities surrounding telehealth practices. - **Corticophobia**: Fear of topical corticosteroids leading to nonadherence in patients with atopic dermatitis. - **High Costs of Diagnostics**: The financial burden associated with dermatology diagnostics devices may hinder patient access. - **Regulatory Hurdles for AI**: Challenges in integrating AI into dermatology due to regulatory and data interoperability issues. - **Misinformation in Cosmetic Dermatology**: The rise of social media influences poses risks for unqualified skincare advice. - **Public Education on Skin Cancer**: Need for better public education on skin cancer screening and insurance coverage. ## Related Topics [[Procedural Dermatology]]; [[Pediatric Dermatology]]; [[Dermatopathology]]