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Are Dermatologists Spectators or Players?

Arch Dermatol. 2000;136:65-66.

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INTRODUCTION

There is no doubt that dermatology has undergone a dramatic evolution in the 20th century. Surgery and surgical procedures became popular, particularly in the latter part of the 20th century, signifying the end of dermatology as a predominant medical specialty. More recently, new cosmetics and aesthetic developments have changed our specialty, and it would be fair to say that these activities have become a very important aspect of the average dermatologist's practice. Unfortunately, this change has created a vacuum in traditional (medical) dermatology in the United States, and the greatest impact has been in inpatient dermatology.

While dermatologists continue to provide consultative services for hospitalized patients, many centers across the United States no longer primarily treat patients with skin disease. As I will outline in this brief commentary, this trend could eventually cost us dearly. Because although the care of patients with skin diseases represents only a small percentage of . . . [Full Text of this Article]

BEFORE THE DIAGNOSIS RELATED GROUP ERA

AFTER THE DRG ERA

THE MISCONCEPTION

THE IMPACT

THE CHALLENGE

CAN AN INPATIENT DERMATOLOGY SERVICE WORK OR IS IT PIE IN THE SKY?

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