dermatologist

[dur-muh-tol-uh-jist]

noun

1. a specialist in dermatology, especially a doctor who specializes in the treatment of diseases of the skin.

Word History and Origins

Origin of dermatologist¹

First recorded in 1860–65; dermatolog(y) + -ist

Example Sentences

In certain specialties, including psychiatrists, eye doctors and dermatologists, nearly half of the in-network providers didn’t treat a single enrollee of the Medicaid plan that listed them.

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Emma Wedgeworth, a consultant dermatologist based on London's Harley Street, says while there is some research to suggest taking collagen orally has an impact, she remains sceptical.

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“Always see your dermatologist if you see an irregularity that’s not going away. Don’t wait. And protect yourself — I like an SPF of 50 or greater and apply it 15 minutes before going outside.”

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Consultant dermatologist Dr Katie Lacy says that educating children about how to look after their skin is key to reducing melanoma rates.

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She says steroid and moisturiser creams prescribed by her GP "just made me burn and itch", so she was referred to see a dermatologist.

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