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Articles in Nov, 2003 issue of Skin & Allergy News
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Medicaid makes it hard to see poor: fraying safety net
by Mary Ellen Schneider -
Derm field awaits isotretinoin risk management data: accutane update: dermatologists appear to be exceeding the 90% target for Rx qualification stickers
by Elizabeth Mechcatie -
New drugs are coming for complicated skin infections: daptomycin, oritavancin: antibiotics battle gram-positive pathogens
by Bruce Jancin -
Plenty of flu vaccine available this year: no tiered schedule
by Heidi Splete -
HIPAA may affect state 'prompt pay' laws: may redefine 'clean claim'
by Joyce Frieden - Medicare among Americans' top health priorities for the president and Congress
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Medicare should pay doctors for higher quality: expert opinion
by Joyce Frieden -
FDA panel conditionally backs silicone implants: 9-6 vote
by Elizabeth Mechcatie -
Laser surgery regulations vary widely from state to state: 'a moving target'
by Doug Brunk -
Referrals
by Alan Rockoff -
Our relationship with industry
by Robert W. Rebar -
Hair treatments and pregnancy
by Gideon Koren -
Mentors on the way
by Roy G. Geronemus -
Stigma is depressing
by Judith Brysk - If you were choosing your career path today, would you still become a doctor?
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Percutaneous collagen induction perks up skin: rejuvenation without destroying epidermis
by Doug Brunk -
Reassure patients when IPL complications occur: beware of common causes
by Doug Brunk -
Platelet-rich plasma may speed facial healing: adjunct to laser resurfacing
by Mitchell L. Zoler -
Lasers are effective in some inflammatory skin diseases: new CPT codes available
by Jeff Evans -
Some lasers may effectively treat small leg veins: result from small study
by Doug Brunk -
Serial noninvasive brow lifts surpass single Tx: radiofrequency heating for foreheads
by Mitchell L. Zoler -
Dermabrasion and topicals improve facial skin: combination offers possible synergy
by Mitchel L. Zoler -
Ultrasound confirms collagen improvement after NLite Tx: first study of its kind
by Doug Brunk -
Intradermal triamcinolone cuts edema after Mohs repairs: anti-inflammatory effect
by Mitchel L. Zoler - Injectable gel succeeds as soft-tissue filler in lips: calcium hydroxyapatite
- Soft-tissue implant succeeds in lips, other facial sites: patient pleaser
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Expert shares tips on hair removal systems: consider patient population
by Doug Brunk -
Epidermal glues and sealants aid facial surgery: reduced infection rates
by Mitchel L. Zoler -
Dermatology drug market seen as second tier: 'not on the radar screen'
by Jeff Evans -
FDA warns public about use of lead-loaded Litargirio: toxic traditional product
by Nancy Walsh -
Cosmeceutical critique: grape seed extract
by Leslie S. Baumann -
Study: Botox prevents headache pain, even in recalcitrant cases: 271 patients
by Patrice G.W. Norton -
Topical pimecrolimus controls eczema in infants: no effect on immune system
by Timothy F. Kirn - Two probiotics help infants who have eczema, cow's milk allergy: lactobacillus and bifidobacterium
- Not enough data to justify metformin use in PCOS: studies are too short term
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'Lion King Alopecia' tamed by dermatologist: uproar on the set
by Betsy Bates -
Gabapentin: one solution to itch without rash: first take thorough history
by Nicholas Mulcahy -
High-dose IV azathioprine may benefit refractory vasculitis: remission in four patients
by Nancy Walsh -
Intensified chemotherapy helps in AIDS-related lymphoma: beats CHOP regimen
by Mary Ann Moon -
Valtrex
by Elizabeth Mechcatie -
Paxil CR
by Elizabeth Mechcatie -
Advisory issued on repaglinide plus gemfibrozil interaction: increased hypoglycemia risk
by Elizabeth Mechcatie - Pain relievers
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First extended-cycle oral contraceptive approved: higher incidence of spotting
by Teresa Lassman -
Emergency contraception education has improved: survey of teenage girls
by Mitchel L. Zoler -
Help combat rise in teens using indoor tanning: study of 6,903 adolescents
by Diana Mahoney -
Group A streptococcus test does double duty for skin infections: use throat swab
by Heidi Splete -
Pediatric atopic dermatitis sparks family stress: financial, emotional costs
by Nicholas Mulcahy -
Hygiene may explain hay fever, but not asthma: historical trends
by Nicholas Mulcahy -
Methicillin-resistant S. aureus may be an STD: preliminary finding
by Bruce Jancin -
Antibiotic combination Tx clears scalp folliculitis in small study: 2-week course
by Betsy Bates -
Guidelines: STAT cholesterol
by Thomas G. McLeod -
Incidence of melanoma of the foot on the rise: poor prognosis
by Diana Mahoney -
Hidden hair disorders common in black women: uncover cultural burden
by Betsy Bates -
20% of derm patients may have OCD: outpatient clinics
by Heidi Splete -
Lab studies untangle ethnic differences in hair: morphology of hair
by Betsy Bates -
Drug update: [beta]-blockers for hypertension
by Mitchel L. Zoler -
Confluence, atypia determine nevi reexcision: fish or sharks?
by Norra MacReady -
Varicella in pregnant patients requires prompt approach: take a history
by Sharon Worcester -
Hemangioma myths interfere with treatment: four myths
by Norra MacReady -
Condom use low in those with known genital herpes: public doesn't heed message
by Bruce Jancin -
Use mnemonic to find cause of leukocytoclastic vasculitis: many possible causes
by Norra MacReady -
Weaving digital cameras into your office
by Joseph S. Eastern -
Insurer focusing more on risk management: new company in Pennsylvania
by Joyce Frieden -
Get ready for patients' virtual visits, expert says: an end to 'true medicine'?
by Jennifer Silverman -
Accuracy, specificity important when using codes: correct modifier important
by Norra MacReady -
Aetna, CIGNA cases put different spin on claims fraud: downcoding and bundling
by Joyce Frieden -
Data bank tracks physicians' fraud convictions, exclusions: federal effort
by Joyce Frieden -
Office-based surgery
by Mary Ellen Schneider -
Galderma warned
by Mary Ellen Schneider -
Uninsured on the rise
by Mary Ellen Schneider -
Affordability blues
by Mary Ellen Schneider -
Malpractice reform
by Mary Ellen Schneider -
Future of IPAs
by Mary Ellen Schneider -
2003 Ad
by Mary Ellen Schneider -
Be careful when determining fair market value of office space: consider Stark law
by Joyce Frieden -
Be sure to document deals involving hospital contracts: fair market value
by Steve Perlstein -
Physician unionization is a difficult proposition: antitrust laws, other barriers
by Joyce Frieden -
CMS will revise, simplify its Medicare enrollment form: support for AMA proposals
by Jennifer Silverman - Pain relievers
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