Jacksonville Florida, Orange Park Florida, Jacksonville Beach Florida, as well as St Augustine Florida have a lot of really wonderful dermatologists. Some of the more notable North Florida Dermatologists are (in no particular order): North Florida Dermatology Associates PA Boyne Joy R MD Southside Dermatology: Pentel Mary T MD Atlantic Boulevard Dermatology: Morello John ParkAveDermatology.net Advanced Dermatology Jacksonville - Dermatologist Dr. Michael J. Bernhardt, MD University of Florida Health Science Center - Jacksonville: Dermatology Dermatologist Jacksonville FL I haven't looked into all of these dermatologists, and I don't have to because they are Board Certified with the American Board of Dermatology. Most all offer treatment of skin cancer, MOHS Surgery, Botex, and various skin rejuvenation. A dermatologist is a doctor who has trained and specializes in the diagnoses and treatment of adult and children with all sorts of skin disorders, external genitalia, nails and hair, and some sexually transmitted diseases. In addition to their medical degree, Dermatologists have taken additional medical training for the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, skin tumors, moles and melanomas. Depending on their specialty, their course of study can also include allergy management, infectious diseases as well as dermatitis, laser skin treatments, wrinkle and hair removal. Their goal is the treatment of minor and serious skin conditions Some dermatologists have had specialized training and study in the pathology of skin conditions, and techniques for surgery. And lets not lose sight on those doctors who are experts in cosmetic conditions. These doctors have specialized training in surgical techniques specifically for dermatology. Some believe these doctors are artists as well as being a dermatologist because they are known for sculpting a face or body. A lot of Jacksonville Florida Dermatology Doctors specialize in skin cancers due to the fact that the state's population by and large is exposed to the damaging rays of the sun. Melanoma can easily be treated in the early stages of the disease. To become board certified by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) a doctor has to complete specific requirements. The requirements for a dermatologist are a completion of an MD or DO from a recognized school. They must complete an accredited residency program in their particular field. Many boards require a certain level of performance in that specialty. All ABMS boards require the doctor to have an unrestricted license and they must pass a board exam. Even though a doctor has become board certified, the doctor must be re-certified periodically, usually every six to ten years. Most boards now have available a program of Maintenance of Certification which is designed for doctors to maintain knowledge and skills through continuing education. A board certificate shows that the board proved that the doctor has the right amount of training and education, and knowledge and experience in his or her chosen field of practice. The American Board of Dermatology (ABD) is an autonomous group which is the certifying agency for the dermatology specialty. This board works with the Residency Review Committee for Dermatology for the accreditation of residency training programs in dermatology. The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) is a national professional society specifically for dermatologists. It educates and represents dermatologists regarding dermatology issues and concerns. Membership in the American Academy of Dermatology is not limited to just certified dermatologists. It does include other dermatologists, doctors, providers of health care who have an interest in dermatology.
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