How do they match: Dermatologists

  • Diagnose and treat diseases relating to the skin, hair, and nails. May perform both medical and dermatological surgery functions.

  • Conduct complete skin examinations.
  • Counsel patients on topics such as the need for annual dermatologic screenings, sun protection, skin cancer awareness, or skin and lymph node self-examinations.
  • Diagnose and treat skin conditions such as acne, dandruff, athlete's foot, moles, psoriasis, or skin cancer.
  • Perform skin surgery to improve appearance, make early diagnoses, or control diseases such as skin cancer.
  • Provide dermabrasion or laser abrasion to treat atrophic scars, elevated scars, or other skin conditions.
  • Provide therapies such as intralesional steroids, chemical peels, or comodo removal to treat age spots, sun damage, rough skin, discolored skin, or oily skin.

  • Advise patients on preventive care techniques.