Dermatologists

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1. 01Provide dermabrasion or laser abrasion to treat atrophic scars, elevated scars, or other skin conditions.
2. 02Provide dermatologic consultation to other health professionals.
3. 03Recommend diagnostic tests based on patients' histories and physical examination findings.
4. 04Read current literature, talk with colleagues, and participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in dermatology.
5. 05Record patients' health histories.
6. 06Conduct complete skin examinations.
7. 07Conduct clinical or basic research.
8. 08Refer patients to other specialists, as needed.
9. 09Instruct interns or residents in diagnosis and treatment of dermatological diseases.
10. 10Provide therapies such as intralesional steroids, chemical peels, or comodo removal to treat age spots, sun damage, rough skin, discolored skin, or oily skin.
11. 11Evaluate patients to determine eligibility for cosmetic procedures such as liposuction, laser resurfacing, or microdermabrasion.
12. 12Diagnose and treat pigmented lesions such as common acquired nevi, congenital nevi, dysplastic nevi, Spitz nevi, blue nevi, or melanoma.

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