Quality of Life Issues in Dermatology, An Issue of Dermatologic Clinics, 1st Edition

This issue provides a focused, policy- and evidence-driven overview of the major concerns surrounding skin disease in the United States, aligning clinical priorities with national and international dermatology research agendas. Drawing closely on frameworks established by recent dermatology needs assessments in the United Kingdom, it examines how dermatologic disease impacts public health, healthcare systems, and patient outcomes. The issue brings together expert analyses to inform clinicians, researchers, and policymakers about current gaps, challenges, and priorities in dermatologic care and research.

Key Features

• Comprehensive analysis of the burden of skin disease in the United States, including clinical, economic, and societal impact
• Coverage of health care disparities, highlighting inequities in access, outcomes, and dermatologic services
• Alignment with national and international research priorities, informed by dermatology needs assessments
• Condition-specific reviews focusing on high-impact diseases such as psoriasis, acne, and melanoma
• Assessment of dermatologic surgery needs, addressing workforce demands, resource allocation, and future planning
• Strategic perspective to guide future clinical research, healthcare policy, and dermatology service development
• Relevance to clinicians, researchers, and health planners involved in shaping dermatologic care at a national level 

Product Details

• Series: The Clinics: Dermatology
• Publisher: Saunders; 1 edition (January 11, 2012)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1455738514
• ISBN-13: 978-1455738519