You are in: eMedicine Specialties > Dermatology > TECHNOLOGY AND DERMATOLOGY Dermatology Internet SitesArticle Last Updated: Jan 24, 2007AUTHOR AND EDITOR INFORMATIONSection 1 of 10
  Author: Charles Miller, MD, Dermatologist, Department of Dermatology, Southern California Kaiser Permanente Charles Miller is a member of the following medical societies: American Academy of Dermatology Editors: Terry L Barrett, MD, Director, Associate Professor, Department of Dermatology, Division of Dermatopathology and Oral Pathology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine; David F Butler, MD, Professor of Dermatology, Texas A&M University College of Medicine; Director, Division of Dermatology, Scott and White Clinic; Director Dermatology Residency Training Program, Scott and White Clinic; Amanda Oakley, MBChB, FRACP, Clinical Director, Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Dermatology, Waikato Hospital, Hamilton, New Zealand; Catherine Quirk, MD, Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Dermatology, Brown University; Dirk M Elston, MD, Director, Department of Dermatology, Geisinger Medical Center Author and Editor Disclosure Synonyms and related keywords: dermatology Web sites, dermatology online, dermatologic Internet sites, dermatologic Web sites, dermatology websites, dermatologic websites, dermatology on the Web, dermatology on the Internet INTRODUCTIONSection 2 of 10
  This article lists relevant Internet sites compiled by dermatologists for dermatologists and their patients. Since dermatology is enhanced by graphics, which can take a long time to download, the author recommends using a fast modem or other connection to the Internet. These lists are not all inclusive, nor are they ranked. As a result of the dynamic nature of the Internet, no guarantee can be made of a site's availability. If a link is not available over several days, please email us at tech@emedicine.com to remove or update the link as needed. No guarantee can be made regarding the scientific accuracy of any of the listed sites. Caveat surfer! The author recommends that information obtained from these sites be verified using any other means necessary. No information obtained from these sites can substitute for a physician's professional judgment. Patients always should follow the advice of a personal physician concerning treatment. The article is divided into the following sections:
Quackwatch, operated by Dr. Stephen Barrett, provides insight into scams, lies, and half-truths that are rampant on the Internet, especially concerning medicine. The National Library of Medicine (NLM) provides free public access to MEDLINE. Medscape Today is a comprehensive source of clinical information organized by medical specialty. A huge searchable database is available, including MEDLINE, drug information, and full text articles. Doctor's Guide to the Internet is a good starting point for everything from support groups to planning leisure and travel. The Medical Matrix contains many useful links, most of which have been recommended by physicians. Healthfinder is a gateway to consumer health and human services information and was developed by the US Department of Health and Human Services. MedWeb is a comprehensive medical database with an effective search facility hosted by Emory University. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) include a search tool that can retrieve all dermatologically relevant articles. For example, the 1992 consensus conference on the treatment and detection of malignant melanoma can be viewed. PDR.net, created by Medical Economics Company Inc, provides American physicians with free online medical information, including the Physician's Desk Reference (PDR) index, MEDLINE searches, and archives of several medical journals. WebDoctor is a comprehensive index of Internet resources for physicians, including several links for dermatology. Yahoo! Health sites The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention site includes the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) and vital statistics, as well as information regarding health concerns and recommendations for international travelers. World Health Organization (WHO) The Food and Drug Administration site includes current US drug regulations, the orange book of approved products, and consumer drug information. This site is a useful source for information about food-borne illnesses, including Escherichia coli outbreaks, and the function of chemicals in cosmetics. National Center for Biotechnology Information A New Gene Map of the Human Genome HospitalWeb includes links to web pages of hospitals, both in the United States and globally. The Mayo Clinic has compiled medical information. For additional links, see the Mayo Clinic's Department of Dermatology. Information regarding melanoma clinical trials and staging also can be found. Reuters Health Information Services offers daily medical news. OncoLink (The University of Pennsylvania Cancer Center) features extensive information on cancer for patients and health care professionals. Cancer.gov is the National Cancer Institute's effort to provide accurate information about all types of cancer for patients and physicians. American Cancer Society site includes useful information for patients with skin cancer. Virtual Library Biomedical Page (Harvard) CenterWatch: Clinical Trials Listing Service can help enroll a patient in a clinical trial. For example, the various trials concerning systemic lupus erythematosus are listed. Best Doctors helps patients find information about, and access to, medical care. The site partners with HealthCentral, a consumer health information service that features the physician broadcaster, Dr Dean Edell. BioMedNet is for biological and medical researchers and features a large library. GeneTests genetic testing resource comes from the Children's Health Care System in Seattle. The Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man from the National Center for Biotechnology Information keeps updated information on over 10,000 disease entities. This is an excellent site to use for learning about the latest molecular defects known in diseases and is a searchable database. GENERAL DERMATOLOGY SITESSection 3 of 10
HardinMD Dermatology from the University of Iowa's library lists the best dermatology sites that list sites and searches for recent PubMed citations. The University of Iowa Dermatology site offers many links to other relevant sites that make surfing the Internet easy. A list of academic dermatology departments is included. The Internet Dermatology Society has many helpful links, including the Electronic Textbook of Dermatology. Rxderm Archives include discussions about conventional and nonconventional treatments for a variety of dermatologic conditions. Dermatologists can sign up for the online discussion group and correspond with other dermatologists. DermNet, the New Zealand Dermatological Society's web site, includes basic patient information about a large number of skin disorders and medical education for primary care doctors. DocDerm the web site by Dr Bob Rosen provides many of his patient handouts and other related information. Karolinska Institutet library has links to many sites relating to skin and connective tissue diseases. Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants Medical Matrix has been called "a ranked, peer-reviewed, annotated, updated clinical medicine resource." Yahoo! Dermatology lists sites pertinent to dermatology. The Doctor's Guide Personal Edition provides a personally customizable web page with pertinent dermatologic information. American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) includes a directory and member services. DermIS, the Dermatology Internet Service of the University of Erlangen, Germany, has lectures, case reports, links for dermatologists, and a large online atlas of images. Skindex offers expert perspectives on the latest research, diagnostic techniques, and treatment. It includes brief discussions of clinically relevant topics, such as whether hepatitis C should be checked routinely in patients with urticaria. BoDD, the Botanical Dermatology Database from Cardiff, Wales, is a resource about plants and the skin. Alliance for Humane Dermatology is a comprehensive database of useful Web sites for dermatologists and dermatology patients, among other things. CLINICAL DERMATOLOGY SITESSection 4 of 10
Image atlases Dermatology Internet Service (DermIS) from the University of Erlangen includes the largest online atlas, plus much more. Dermatlas from Johns Hopkins University is an excellent and expanding dermatology atlas, including many images regarding pediatric dermatology. Dermatologic Image Database of the University of Iowa College of Medicine's Department of Dermatology includes many excellent low-resolution images. On-line Atlas of Dermatology and Rheumatology is a collection of images of cutaneous manifestations of rheumatic diseases. Loyola University's dermatology site has good clinical and histologic images. Lectures NYU's Skin Oncology Teaching Center includes an excellent tutorial on dermoscopy. Case reports PhotoRounds from MDchoice.com are submitted by emergency department and family medicine doctors. They are available in quiz format or by diagnosis. AcadermIS case reports and lectures from University of Erlangen, Germany The Internet Dermatology Society Grand Rounds cases DERMATOLOGICAL SURGERY & DERMATOPATHOLOGYSection 5 of 10
Dermatologic surgery The American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) The American College of Mohs Micrographic Surgery & Cutaneous Oncology web site includes a list of members. The Johns Hopkins Oncology Center offers information about Mohs surgery for patients. The University of Washington Dermatologic Surgery web site includes patient-oriented information about skin cancer surgery, tumescent liposuction, and other procedures performed by dermatologic surgeons. Skin Surgery Center offers Dr Odland's patient information on Mohs surgery. Dermatopathology DermPathTutor from the University of Iowa is an outstanding site. It includes many images and a dictionary of terms. Dermatology Laboratory Tests (University of Rochester) provides information on many of the rarely ordered and difficult to obtain diagnostic tests for dermatologic diseases. Internet Pathology Laboratory for Medical Education (University of Utah) is a general pathology web site with a large number of images and short synopses of disease states. It may be useful in studying for the national boards. JOURNALS OF INTEREST TO DERMATOLOGISTSSection 6 of 10
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology International Society of Dermatology Archives of Dermatological Research British Medical Journal (BMJ) (collection of dermatology articles) Current Problems in Dermatology Dermatology Online Journal (the first solely online journal indexed by MEDLINE) European Journal of Pediatric Dermatology New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) Journal of Dermatological Science Journal of Dermatological Treatment Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology & Venereology Journal of Investigative Dermatology DermWeb has a comprehensive list of dermatology journals. Stanford University MedWorld provides a list of medical journal web sites. WebMedLit sponsored by Silver Platter indexes medical journal web sites. Dermanities is an online journal dedicated to the humanities and social sciences as they relate to dermatology. DRUGS AND PHARMACOLOGYSection 7 of 10
RxList Internet Drug Index is a good reference site for drug interactions and consumer information. The US Pharmacopeia Practitioners' Reporting Network provides health professionals and consumers with timely information about the quality, safety, performance, and design of medical products, drugs, and devices. PDR.net, created by Medical Economics Company Inc, provides American physicians with the PDR index. MedWatch is the Food and Drug Administration Medical Products Reporting Program for health care professionals. It provides a pathway through which medical personnel can report serious adverse events and product problems that occur with the use of all medical products, including drugs, biologics, medical devices, and special nutritional formulations. NeedyMeds has information about the special programs provided by pharmaceutical manufacturers to assist people who cannot afford to buy the drugs they need. The International Academy of Compounding Pharmacists PATIENT SUPPORT GROUPSSection 8 of 10
The University of Iowa web site lists many dermatologic support groups. This is a good site for patients with rare conditions who wish to find others with the same disease. The American Academy of Dermatology has an extensive list of foundations, institutes, and support groups. The National Institutes of Health Office of Rare Diseases has information on more than 6000 rare diseases. The Doctor's Guide lists hundreds of support groups. Alliance for Humane Dermatology is a comprehensive database of useful Web sites for dermatologists and dermatology patients, among other things. DISEASE-SPECIFIC SITESSection 9 of 10
Email discussion lists for vitiligo, mastocytosis, melanoma, pseudoxanthoma elasticum, cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, pemphigus, lupus erythematosus, and others are listed on the University of Iowa's web pages. DermNet (New Zealand Dermatological Society) has information on a large number of skin conditions, written primarily for patients. The Mayo Clinic provides medical information. Acne AcneNet is the first section of DermInfoNet, sponsored by the American Academy of Dermatology (ADD). Albinism NOAH (National Organization for Albinism and Hypopigmentation) Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Online (ACAAI) is an information and news service. American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, & Immunology (AAAAI) Online has information both for physicians (upcoming meetings, continuing medical education [CME], available audiotapes) and for patients (asthma, sinusitis, and common allergies). The National Institute of Allergy & Infectious Diseases has information about clinical trials and some patient information. The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network goals are to increase public awareness of food allergies and anaphylaxis, to provide education, and to advance research on behalf of those affected by food allergies. National Jewish Medical and Research Center web site has a useful MedFacts section with information on allergic and immunologic diseases. Fragranced Products Information Network is a grass roots effort to educate the public about the chemicals used in and the health effects of fragranced products. National Institute for Occupational Safety & Health (NIOSH) Alert, "Preventing allergic reactions to natural rubber latex in the workplace." Alopecia areata National Alopecia Areata Foundation Ataxia telangiectasia Ataxia-Telangiectasia Children's Project Behçet disease The American Behçet's Disease Association Birthmarks Vascular Birthmarks Foundation Congenital moles (nevi or nevus) Dermatitis herpetiformis Ectodermal dysplasias National Foundation for Ectodermal Dysplasias Eczema Ehlers-Danlos syndrome Ehlers-Danlos National Foundation Epidermolysis bullosa Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa Research Association of America Herpes Novartis has a pharmaceutically sponsored web site for physicians and their patients with genital herpes. Glaxo has sponsored HerpesWeb, an informative site for patients and physicians, on its herpes web site. The International Herpes Alliance web site in Europe has excellent information regarding herpes, including advice on how to tell someone you care about that you have herpes. The International Herpes Management Forum has treatment guidelines for physicians including herpes in pregnancy and herpes in HIV infection. Hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia (Osler-Weber-Rendu Syndrome) Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia Foundation Hyperhidrosis This site is an Italian doctor's summary of hyperhidrosis, complete with conventional and nonconventional treatment. Ichthyosis and related disorders Foundation for Ichthyosis & Related Skin Types Incontinentia pigmenti National Incontinentia Pigmenti Foundation Leprosy World Health Organization's site about leprosy Itch International Forum for the Study of Itch is an international forum for the study of and living with itch. Lupus Lupus Foundation of America web page includes discussion groups, tests, and treatment options. A melanoma instruction course from the Virtual Lecture Hall offers continuing medical education (CME) credit for primary care physicians. OncoLink's pages about melanoma include an atlas, many articles, and links about melanoma for patients and health professionals. Melanoma Research Project is an informative site based in Germany. Melanoma Patients' Information Page contains lots of helpful information including a prognostic calculator. University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute lists its clinical trials for melanoma. The Cancer Control Journal has an informative issue on melanoma (Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute). Sydney Melanoma Unit, Melanoma Foundation & MASCRI (Melanoma Skin Cancer Research Institute) Dr. Huntley's melanoma course for medical students at the University of California at Davis includes many high-quality images. The linked site You Can Be An Expert At Diagnosing Melanoma presents the important features to allow anyone to learn when to suspect a melanoma. National Cancer Institute's CancerNet Physician Data Query (PDQ) melanoma information service The Melanoma Research Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to finding a cure for melanoma. The Johns Hopkins Oncology Center Melanoma & Cutaneous Oncology Clinic The M.D. Anderson OncoLog (University of Texas) site includes a description of sentinel lymph node mapping. Melanoma in pregnancy, a case report and debate of treatment published in the British Medical Journal Neurofibromatosis The (US) National Neurofibromatosis Foundation Inc. includes links to international organizations. Atlas of Medical Parasitology from the University of Torino, Italy Headlice.org is the web site for the National Pediculosis Association. Headlice information from the Laboratory of Public Health Entomology at Harvard Parasites and parasitologic resources from Ohio State University Veterinary Parasitology from Oklahoma State University Pityriasis rubra pilaris Pseudoxanthoma elasticum National Association for Pseudoxanthoma Elasticum Porphyria American Porphyria Foundation offers dietary guidelines, pictures, and FAQs (frequently asked questions) for a donation. Psoriasis National Psoriasis Foundation has comprehensive information about psoriasis for physicians and patients. The Skin Page provides searches within newsgroups and other databases, with a focus on psoriasis support and self-help. Rare diseases National Organization for Rare Disorders Rosacea Scleroderma Scleroderma Foundation provides FAQs and support group information. Sjögren syndrome Skin cancer Sturge-Weber syndrome Tuberous sclerosis Vitiligo Xeroderma pigmentosa REFERENCESSection 10 of 10
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