Incorporating research and academics into the profession in dermatology

Each year, the dermatology landscape evolves, and the breadth of medical information available to physicians continues to grow at a rapid pace. With the constant pressure of increasing patient volume and health care demands, many physicians find themselves with less time to participate in research, education, and staying up to date with the current literature. There are various practice settings that a dermatologist can work in, including practices that have been acquired by privately held organizations, academic institutions, private practices, and academic-private practices. Despite these different practice settings, dermatologists can contribute to the research and development of all aspects of the field, especially dermatologic surgery. With an increasing number of patients using the Internet, including the use of social media for medical information, dermatologists must be at the forefront of disseminating accurate and evidence-based information.