Designed for today's busy family physicians,�Dermatology for the Primary Care Provider�is an�easy-to-use reference�covering the diagnosis and management of commonly seen dermatologic conditions. It provides�practical, everyday guidance�for quick reference at the point of care, including management pitfalls, clinical warning signs, specific treatment recommendations, and much more. Packed with�need-to-know information, this unique resource is invaluable both when you are confident in your diagnosis and need guidance on next steps, or when you need step-by-step assistance on initial management in the absence of a definitive diagnosis.
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Highlights�common management pitfalls, how to rule out acutely dangerous entities, and clinical warning signs requiring urgent referral.�
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Provides�specific treatment recommendations�including which level of therapy is necessary, clear instructions on how to prescribe, and what to watch for.�
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Includes numerous�treatment algorithms�throughout, as well as a�differential diagnosis overview list�in every chapter with cross-references to the corresponding page.�
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Contains helpful information on�patient education�as well as answers to commonly asked patient questions.�
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Enhanced eBook version included with purchase.�Your enhanced eBook allows you to access�all of�the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.�
Table of Contents
- Inflammatory Skin Conditions- Bullous, Vascular, and Rheumatologic Conditions
- Drug Reactions
- Infections
- Skin Tumors
- Pigmentary Conditions
- Hair Loss
- Nail Disease
- Cosmetic Concerns
- Miscellaneous Skin Conditions
Authors
Reid A. Waldman Jane M. Grant-Kels Vice Chair, Department of DermatologyProfessor of Dermatology, Pathology, and Pediatrics
Founding Director, Cutaneous Oncology Center and Melanoma Program
University of Connecticut Health Center.
