dermatologist

American  

[dur-muh-tol-uh-jist] / ˌdɜr məˈtɒl ə dʒɪst /

noun

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

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Etymology

Origin of dermatologist

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

Example Sentences

Johnson founded the company after learning important tips from dermatologists over the years, which he says made a difference given his long work days, demanding training regimen and constant travel.

From Los Angeles Times

A walking lifestyle, preparing healthy meals at home and getting plenty of rest limit our doctor visits to annual physicals and periodic checkups at the dentist, dermatologist and ophthalmologist.

From MarketWatch

As head of the Hansen’s Disease Clinic at New York’s Bellevue Hospital for nearly 25 years, the dermatologist made a point of holding his patients’ hands.

From The Wall Street Journal

He recommends that anyone who frequently used tanning beds earlier in life schedule a total-body skin examination with a dermatologist and talk with their doctor about whether they should have ongoing, routine skin checks.

From Science Daily

The lymphatic drainage component has solid scientific backing, according to Dr. Ivy Lee, a board-certified dermatologist at the Comprehensive Dermatology Center of Pasadena.

From Los Angeles Times