Association of Certified Dermatology Techs

24/01/2025

Not "dermoscopy-related," but many patients are asking us about "beef tallow." Apparently it's a fad being passed around on TikTok?

https://medium.com//beef-tallow-as-a-moisturizer-think-twice-eb3cf20433ce

If you find it helpful, feel free to share with your patients who are asking.

There’s been a buzz lately about beef tallow as a skincare product. Many are jumping on this trend, but let’s take a step back and think…

16/01/2025

Guide for dermatology "front desk" staff to learn more about reading and managing health insurance cards. Covers key elements like Member IDs, group numbers, and payer IDs, with detailed visual examples from insurers such as Anthem, Cigna, and Medicare. In Excited to share "Health Insurance Cards" as the latest installment of the new "Dermatology Front Desk" training course:

https://derm.frontdeskcourse.com/insurancecards

13/01/2025

This lesson focuses on processes and "best practices" for verifying patient eligibility and benefits. Participants will learn effective techniques to ensure accurate and timely verification, minimizing claim denials and enhancing practice efficiency. Training front desk staff for your dermatology practice doesn't have to be difficult!

Learn more at:
https://derm.frontdeskcourse.com/eligben

26/08/2024

The worldwide dermatology community lost a pioneer recently with the death of Dr. Alastair Carruthers. Dr. Carruthers passed away peacefully on August 19, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was 79 years old.

Dr. Carruthers was best known for his groundbreaking work in the development and popularization of the use of Botox for cosmetic purposes. Alongside his wife, Dr. Jean Carruthers, he revolutionized the field of aesthetic medicine by discovering the potential of Botulinum toxin to treat facial wrinkles, transforming the way the world views aging and beauty.

Born in the United Kingdom in 1948, Dr. Carruthers completed his medical degree at the University of British Columbia before specializing in dermatology. His passion for dermatology and his commitment to improving patient care led him to a prolific career that spanned decades. In the early 1990s, he and Dr. Jean Carruthers published their landmark studies on the cosmetic use of Botox, ushering in a new era in non-invasive cosmetic procedures.

Dr. Carruthers was not only a skilled physician but also a respected educator and mentor. He served as a professor at the University of British Columbia and authored numerous articles and textbooks on dermatology and cosmetic medicine. His contributions to the field earned him global recognition, including prestigious awards and accolades from various medical organizations.

Dr. Carruthers will be remembered for his pioneering spirit, his dedication to patient care, and his profound impact on the field of cosmetic dermatology. His work has left an indelible mark on the world, and his contributions will continue to benefit millions of people for generations to come. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him, but his legacy will live on through the countless lives he touched and the groundbreaking work he championed.

08/05/2024

Feel free to share this to your practice's social media 𝗢𝗥 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗲'𝗹𝗹 𝘀𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼 𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗲 (𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗲) 𝘄𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗵 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗰'𝘀 𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗼. We don't care about "ownership rights" as much as just getting the word out!

05/05/2024

Something to think about when patients report "not feeling well" while using 5-FU...

09/03/2024

Unfortunately, social media is now full of videos which mislead our patients with myths about the nature of skin cancer.
We can't (and shouldn't) limit free speech and alternative viewpoints.
However, it's our duty as dermatology professionals to counter such misinformation with evidence-based truths.

06/03/2024

"(For dogs who accidentally ingest 5-FU) the fatality rates are 64%...

https://academic.oup.com/bjd/article-abstract/182/3/819/6731503