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Dermatology Physician

Allopathic & Osteopathic PhysiciansDermatology
26,178 providers nationally207N00000X

Definition

A dermatologist is trained to diagnose and treat pediatric and adult patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, external genitalia, hair and nails, as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. The dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles and other tumors of the skin, the management of contact dermatitis and other allergic and nonallergic skin disorders, and in the recognition of the skin manifestations of systemic (including internal malignancy) and infectious diseases. Dermatologists have special training in dermatopathology and in the surgical techniques used in dermatology. They also have expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars and the skin changes associated with aging.

Quick Facts

Taxonomy Code
207N00000X
Grouping
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Dermatology
National Providers
26,178
Conditions Treated
3

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