Wound Healing: Cellular Review With Specific Attention to Postamputation Care.

Wound healing is crucial for survival, prevention of infection, and restoration of tissue function. The immune system drives this process with 3 main phases: inflammation, proliferation, and remodeling. Keloids and hypertrophic scars reveal disruptions in these phases, underscoring the balance needed for healing. Limb amputation, a life-changing event, demands careful consideration for healing and function. Factors such as amputation level, surgical technique, and prosthetic fitting shape outcomes, while complications such as heterotopic ossification challenge recovery. Treatment advances including statins and stem cell therapy hold promise, with dermatologists poised to contribute substantially to postamputation care.

What's in a White Coat? The Changing Trends in Physician Attire and What it Means for Dermatology.

The physician's white coat seems to be under assault as changing trends lead to the adoption of the softshell jacket, fleece, and fitted scrubs. This article reviews literature on the history of the white coat and its role as the institutional garb of the medical doctor. It also examines the literature on patient perception of the white coat and greater impressions regarding the importance of physician attire.

Volunteer Opportunities Within Dermatology: More than Skin Deep.

As acceptance to dermatology residency has become increasingly competitive, rates of volunteerism among applicants seems to be decreasing as other facets of the application gain in importance. However, the unmet demand for dermatologic care in our communities suggests that there is a need for residents and practicing dermatologists to find ways to give back in their communities. This article offers an introduction to several worthwhile means to spend time volunteering dermatologic skills and expertise.

Long-Distance Dermatology: Lessons From an Interview on Remote Practice During a Pandemic and Beyond.

The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in profound changes to most facets of medical practice. The field of dermatology has adapted by rapidly incorporating teledermatology as a means of evaluating, treating, and staying connected with our patients. Broader dermatology access, convenience to patients, and value to payers are benefits to this rapidly evolving practice model and suggest that teledermatology will be a part of day-to-day practice even as the worst of the pandemic is behind us. This interview provides one recent dermatology resident graduate's experiences incorporating teledermatology into his practice model and provides advice for future residents on preparing to do the same.