Dermatologists

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Code: 29-1069.02

Description : Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases or other conditions of the skin.

JobTitles : Dermatologist; Dermatologist and Dermatopathologist; Dermatologist, Clinical Investigator, Dermatopathologist; Dermatologist, Managing Partner; MD Physician-Dermatologist; MOHS Surgeon/General Dermatologist; Medical Doctor MD; Physician; Practicing Dermatologist; Senior Physician

Tasks:
  • Diagnose and treat pigmented lesions such as common acquired nevi, congenital nevi, dysplastic nevi, Spitz nevi, blue nevi, and melanoma.
  • Conduct complete skin examinations.
  • Counsel patients on topics such as the need for annual dermatologic screenings, sun protection, skin cancer awareness, or skin and lymph node self-examinations.
  • Record patients' health histories.
  • Diagnose and treat skin conditions such as acne, dandruff, athlete's foot, moles, psoriasis, and skin cancer.
  • Perform incisional biopsies to diagnose melanoma.
  • Perform skin surgery to improve appearance, make early diagnoses, or control diseases such as skin cancer.
  • Prescribe hormonal agents or topical treatments such as contraceptives, spironolactone, antiandrogens, oral corticosteroids, retinoids, benzoyl peroxide, and antibiotics.
  • Recommend diagnostic tests based on patients' histories and physical examination findings.
  • Provide dermatologic consultation to other health professionals.