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Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
|December 27, 2007
Summary
Dialogues in Dermatology offers monthly audio discussions on current dermatologic topics. Expert commentaries summarize key points for Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology readers.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Medical Education
Background:
- The American Academy of Dermatology produces 'Dialogues in Dermatology', a monthly audio program.
- This program features discussions among dermatologists on relevant and timely subjects.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide accessible summaries of key dermatologic discussions.
- To enhance reader understanding of current topics in dermatology.
Main Methods:
- Audio discussions on timely dermatologic topics.
- Commentaries provided by the Dialogues Editor-in-Chief, Warren R. Heymann, MD.
- Summaries are published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.
Main Results:
- Discussions cover a range of current issues in dermatology.
- Editor commentaries offer concise topic summaries.
- Content is made available as a service to readers.
Conclusions:
- 'Dialogues in Dermatology' serves as a valuable resource for dermatologists.
- The program and its summaries facilitate continuous learning in the field.
- This initiative bridges audio-based learning with published medical literature.
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