Dermatology
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Dermatology is the branch of medicine dealing with the skin and its diseases.[1]
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[edit] Training
American dermatology residencies are the most competitive in terms of admission.[2][3][4]
[edit] Subspecialties
[edit] Cosmetic dermatology
Dermatologists have been leaders in the field of cosmetic surgery.[5]
[edit] Therapies
Most dermatologic pharmacology can be categorized based on the Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification System, specifically the ATC code D.
[edit] See also
[edit] References
- ^ Random House Webster's Unabridged Dictionary. Random House, Inc. 2001. Page 537. ISBN 037572026.
- ^ ""...has been the most competitive of all specialties for at least the last 5-6 years." This is confirmed by data from the electronic residency application service (ERAS).". Retrieved on 2007-06-23.
- ^ ""Dermatology continues to be the most competitive residency to enter..." Arch Dermatol. 2006;142:845-850.". Retrieved on 2007-06-25.
- ^ ""For Top Medical Students, an Attractive Field"".
- ^ James, William; Berger, Timothy; Elston, Dirk (2005). Andrews' Diseases of the Skin: Clinical Dermatology (10th ed.). Saunders. Page 895. ISBN 0721629210.
