Dermatology

For the journal, see Dermatology (journal).
"Dermatologic surgery" redirects here. For the journal, see Dermatologic Surgery (journal).
Dermatology
SystemSkin
Significant diseasesSkin cancer, skin infections, eczemas, burn
Significant testsSkin biopsy
SpecialistDermatologist

Dermatology is the branch of medicine dealing with the skin.[1][2] It is a speciality with both medical and surgical aspects.[3][4][5] A dermatologist is a specialist medical doctor who manages diseases related to skin, hair, nails, and some cosmetic problems.[2][6]

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  3. ^ "Dermatology Procedures - American Osteopathic College of Dermatology (AOCD)". www.aocd.org.
  4. ^ "What is a dermatologist; what is dermatology. DermNet NZ". Dermnetnz.org. 2009-06-15. Retrieved 2012-10-28.
  5. ^ "What is a Dermatologist". Dermcoll.asn.au. Archived from the original on 2012-05-25. Retrieved 2012-10-28.
  6. ^ "Welcome to the American Academy of Dermatology". www.aad.org. American Academy of Dermatology.