Dermatology clinics are extremely fast-paced, and while the internet is useful, online resources can slow clinics down as it can often take lengthy amounts of time to obtain meaningful information.  Recognizing this problem, Dr. Vashi has developed, over the course of several years, a practical guide targeted towards practicing dermatologists, resident physicians, medical students, family practitioners, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants.

The Dermatology Handbook provides clinical information and quick solutions to common problems typically faced by dermatologists in a user-friendly and meaningful way. Designed to fit into a coat pocket, the content is presented as bulleted lists, along with tables and algorithms to allow busy clinicians to find the information they need rapidly.

Neelam A. Vashi, MD

Associate Professor of Dermatology, Boston University School of Medicine

Director, Boston University Cosmetic and Laser Center

Founding Director, Boston University Center for Ethnic Skin

Boston, MA

1;Contents;5 2;Contributors;7 3;Chapter 1: The Basics: Skin Types, Definitions, and Differentials;9 3.1;Skin Lesion Description;10 3.2;Differential Diagnoses Based on Primary Lesions;16 3.3;Macules and Patches;16 3.3.1;White/Hypopigmented Macules;16 3.3.2;Brown Macules;17 3.3.3;Erythema/Red Macules;18 3.3.4;Atrophic Patches;19 3.4;Papules and Plaques;20 3.4.1;Red Papules;20 3.4.2;Annular Papules;20 3.4.3;Hyperkeratotic Papules;21 3.4.4;Lichenoid Papules;22 3.4.5;Linear Papules;22 3.4.6;Red Plaques;23 3.4.7;Annular Plaques;24 3.5;Nodules and Tumors;25 3.5.1;Red Nodules;29 3.5.2;Subcutaneous Nodules without Epidermal Changes;30 3.5.3;Painful Tumors;32 3.5.4;Pustules;32 3.5.5;Vesicles and Bullae;33 3.5.6;Ulcers;35 3.5.7;Necrotic Lesions;37 3.6;Vascular Lesions;38 3.6.1;Non-palpable Purpura (Petechial and Ecchymotic);38 3.6.2;Palpable Purpura (Cutaneous Vasculitis);39 3.6.3;Telangiectasia;40 3.6.3.1;Primary;40 3.6.3.2;Secondary;40 3.7;References (For Entire Differential Diagnosis Section);41 4;Chapter 2: Dermoscopy Basics;42 4.1;Dermoscopy: The 2 Step Algorithm [1-3] (Fig. 2.1);42 4.2;References;48 5;Chapter 3: Diagnosing Bedside: Common Laboratory Techniques;49 5.1;Scabies Preparation;50 5.2;Tzanck Smear;51 5.3;Gram Stain;52 5.4;Wood's Light Examination;53 5.5;References;54 6;Chapter 4: An approach to Dermatopathology: Immunohistochemical and special stains;56 6.1;Immunofluorescence Studies;68 6.2;References;69 7;Chapter 5: Dermatologic Emergencies;70 7.1;Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) and Toxic-Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN) [1, 2];70 7.2;Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DRESS) [3-5];74 7.3;Necrotizing Fasciitis [6];76 7.4;Staphylococcal Scalded Skin Syndrome (SSSS) [7-10];77 7.5;Filler Emergencies [11-15];78 7.6;References;80 8;Chapter 6: Common Skin Diseases: Quick Reference;82 8.1;References;105 9;Chapter 7: Guidelines from the Academy;107 9.1;References;150 10;Chapter 8: Commonly Used Drugs and Medication Guidelines;152 10.1;Corticosteroids;152 10.2;Antibiotics;158 10.3;Antivirals [9] (Table 8.7);163 10.4;Antifungals (Tables 8.8 and 8.9);166 10.5;Antihistamines [10] (Table 8.10);172 10.6;Acne Medications [12] (Table 8.11);174 10.7;Biologic Therapy (Table 8.12);180 10.8;Miscellaneous medications (Table 8.13);184 10.9;References;191 11;Chapter 9: Pediatric Dermatology Practical Approaches and Prescribing Tips;193 11.1;General Pediatric Dermatology Prescribing Tips;193 11.2;Antifungals;195 11.2.1;Antifungal Prescribing Tips (Table 9.1);195 11.3;Antivirals;198 11.3.1;Antiviral Prescribing Tips (Table 9.2);198 11.4;Antihistamines;200 11.4.1;Antihistamine Prescribing Tips (Table 9.3);200 11.5;Antibiotics;205 11.5.1;Antibiotic Prescribing Tips (Table 9.4);205 11.5.2;Miscellaneous Prescribing Tips (Table 9.5);209 11.5.3;Topical Corticosteroid Prescribing Tips;215 11.5.4;Topical Timolol Prescribing Tips;216 11.5.5;Oral Propranolol Prescribing Tips;216 11.5.6;Isotretinoin Prescribing Tips;218 11.5.7;Prescribing Tips for Medicaid and Other Forms of Free Care;220 11.6;References;220 12;Chapter 10: Dermatologic Surgery;221 12.1;Surgical Anatomy (Figs. 10.1, 10.2, and 10.3);221 12.1.1;Preoperative Preparation;223 12.1.2;Special Considerations for Implanted Cardiac Devices (ICD);223 12.2;Antibiotic Prophylaxis (Table 10.1);224 12.3;Anticoagulants and Antiplatelet Management;224 12.4;Basics of Excision and Closure;227 12.5;Sutures;231 12.6;Anesthetics;235 12.7;Electrodessication and Curettage (ED&C);235 12.8;Wide Local Excision (Table 10.4);236 12.9;Mohs Micrographic Surgery (MMS);237 12.10;Complications and Management of Dermatologic Surgery;239 12.11;References;241 13;Chapter 11: Cosmetic Pearls;244 13.1;Overview;244 13.2;Neuromodulator Botulinum Toxin Serotype A;245 13.3;Sclerotherapy;249 13.4;Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP);251 13.5;Injection of PRP;252 13.6;Microneedling;253 13.7;Chemical Peels;256 13.8;Lasers;258 13.9;Soft Tissue Fillers;265 13.10;References;272 14;Index;274