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A different perspective on venture capital and the future of dermatology
September 1st 2017If we do not evolve ... we will soon be an extinct species of medical practitioner, Dermatology Times Editorial Advisor says in his column this month. He shares his experience and considerations with negotiating the sale of his practice to a venture capital backed firm.
Can a mistake lead to medical license revocation?
September 1st 2017Dr. Mistake was a well-respected dermatologist who was liked by both his patients and his peers. It was a well-known fact that he had been through a difficult divorce, which he openly discussed with patients and peers. During one exam, a regular patient was certain that she was touched inappropriately. Dr. Mistake admitted that he had been inappropriate, apologized, and asked her to recognize the difficulties that his failed marriage had presented to him. Can he lose his medical license?
August clinical considerations for NPs and PAs
August 16th 2017In this month’s Clinical Considerations, we learn from a new study that laser treatment following isotretinoin therapy can possibly be initiated sooner than we thought; researchers have shown microwave technology may reduce underarm odor, and glean guidance for diagnosing mycosis fungoides.