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- Pioneer in Laser Development to Give Keynote at ASLMS 2016https://practicaldermatology.com/news/pioneer-in-laser-development-to-give-keynote-at-aslms-2016/2458682/Robert Afzal, PhD, a leading expert in high power fiber laser development, will deliver the keynote address at ASLMS 2016, the Annual Conference of the American Society for Laser Medicine & Surgery, Inc. (ASLMS), to be held in Boston, Massachusetts March 30 – April 2, 2016. Dr. Afzal will present "…
- AADA Provides Input on Skin Cancer Screening Recommendationhttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/aada-provides-input-on-skin-cancer-screening-recommendation/2458761/Recognizing the importance of early detection, the American Academy of Dermatology Association (AADA) has responded to the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force Draft Recommendation Statement on Screening for Skin Cancer, which cites insufficient evidence to recommend regular skin cancer screenings b…
- AADA Supports New Bill to Protect Senior Access to Dermatologic Carehttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/aada-supports-new-bill-to-protect-senior-access-to-dermatologic-care/2458781/The American Academy of Dermatology Association (AADA) supports the Medicare Advantage Bill of Rights Act, introduced by Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-Oh.) and Rep. Rosa DeLauro (D-Conn.). If passed, the legislation would ensure that patients will have adequate physician networks in their Medicare Advantag…
- AAD Issues Statement on Skin Cancer Screeninghttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/aad-issue-statement-on-skin-cancer-screening/2458789/Mark G. Lebwohl, MD, FAAD, President, American Academy of Dermatology issued the following statement on skin cancer screenings: “The American Academy of Dermatology believes that early detection is vital in the fight against skin cancer, the most common cancer in the United States. All forms of sk…
- AAD Releases New App to Aid Patients with Chronic Hiveshttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/aad-releases-new-app-to-aid-patients-with-chronic-hives/2458798/The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) released its Chronic Hives Patient App, which offers tools and resources for chronic hives management. The free mobile app, developed with a grant from Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corp., can help patients learn more about their condition, find a doctor, track …
- AAD Releases Second Set of Choosing Wisely Recommendationshttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/aad-releases-second-set-of-choosing-wisely-recommendations/2458884/The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) released its second set of recommendations regarding dermatologic tests and treatments that are not always necessary. These recommendations were developed as part of the Choosing Wisely® campaign, an ABIM Foundation initiative designed to help patients avoi…
- SCOTUS Upholds Affordable Care Act in King v. Burwell Ruling; AADA and AMA Issue Statementshttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/scotus-upholds-affordable-care-act-in-king-v-burwell-ruling-aada-and-ama-issue-statements/2458920/In a 6-3 ruling in King v. Burwell, the US Supreme Court upheld tax subsidies for the Affordable Care Act. Steven J. Stack, MD, President of the American Medical Association release a statement on the decision, saying “The American Medical Association (AMA) is relieved that today’s Supreme Court d…
- The American Academy of Dermatology Elects New Officers and Board Membershttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/the-american-academy-of-dermatology-elects-new-officers-and-board-members/2458941/The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) announced the results of its annual election. The newly elected officers and board members will lead the AAD, which represents more than 19,000 physicians. These officers and board members also will hold the same positions for the American Academy of Dermat…
- American Academy of Dermatology Donates Shade Structure to the Smithsonian's National Zoohttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/american-academy-of-dermatology-donates-shade-structure-to-the-smithsonians-national-zoo/2458948/The American Trail Amphitheatre at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo now has built-in sun protection, thanks to a shade structure donation from the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD). The shade structure, which shades the 250-person seating area at the seal and sea lion exhibit, will protect childr…
- Skin Cancer Screening Initiative from AAD: ‘Who's Got Your Back?'https://practicaldermatology.com/news/skin-cancer-screening-initiative-from-aad-whos-got-your-back/2458952/In recognition of Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month in May and Melanoma Monday, observed on May 4 this year, the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) asks the public to consider “Who’s Got Your Back?” when it comes to applying sunscreen and examining skin for suspicious spots. Wh…