dermatology

[ dur-muh-tol-uh-jee ]

/ ˌdɜr məˈtɒl ə dʒi /

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noun

the branch of medicine dealing with the skin and its diseases.

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Origin of dermatology

First recorded in 1810–20; dermato- + -logy

OTHER WORDS FROM dermatology

der·ma·to·log·i·cal

[dur-muh-tl-oj-i-kuhl], /ˌdɜr mə tlˈɒdʒ ɪ kəl/, der·ma·to·log·ic, adjective

Words nearby dermatology

dermatogen, dermatoglyphics, dermatographia, dermatoid, dermatologist, dermatology, dermatome, dermatomycosis, dermatomyositis, dermatophyte, dermatophytosis

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How to use dermatology in a sentence

Dispensing is also common in specialties, such as weight-loss medicine and dermatology, where insurance often does not cover common prescriptions if they’re not deemed medically necessary.
What happens when your doctor and pharmacist are the same person|Michael Schulson/Undark|October 18, 2021|Popular-Science
Its ensuing popularity led to shortages, hurting people who actually needed it—and made it harder to prescribe for legitimate uses, says Adam Friedman, a physician and chair of dermatology at George Washington University.
What happens when your prescription drug becomes the center of covid misinformation|Abby Ohlheiser|September 8, 2021|MIT Technology Review
Jennifer Beecker, a Canadian physician certified in emergency medicine, family medicine and dermatology, adds that people are, in general, more attuned to the chemicals they put on and in their bodies than they used to be.
Almost Every Doctor Recommends Sunscreen. So Why Don't We Know More About Its Safety?|Jamie Ducharme|August 2, 2021|Time
“The sooner you can start a skin routine from soup to nuts, the better,” says Mona Gohara, associate clinical professor of dermatology at Yale University’s School of Medicine.
7 things you can do to actually prevent wrinkles|Sandra Gutierrez|July 13, 2021|Popular-Science

Despite the profound physical and emotional impacts of skin conditions, dermatology has not been seen as a priority within the pharmaceutical industry, Napatalung says.
A New Frontier to Fight This Hair-Loss Disease|Charu Kasturi|March 2, 2021|Ozy
The concert promoter said Jackson was “distracted, not focused,” after his dermatology appointments.
Murray's Sloppy Paper Trail|Diane Dimond|November 7, 2011|DAILY BEAST
It explains why dermatology has become hugely popular as a specialty.
Health Care's Next Crisis|Dr. Abraham Verghese|March 24, 2009|DAILY BEAST
This inquiry was also sent to the members of the editorial board of the Archives of Dermatology and Syphilology.
The Propaganda for Reform in Proprietary Medicines, Vol. 2 of 2|Various
Dr. Bourdillot, professor of dermatology in the University of Geneva, made his examination, and shook a tactful head.
Septimus|William J. Locke
I want some time on the eye and ear work, besides a few clinics on dermatology.
Notable Women Of Modern China|Margaret E. Burton
Juglone has been used in dermatology to cure various skin disorders including both bacterial and fungus diseases.
Northern Nut Growers Association Thirty-Fourth Annual Report 1943|Various
Neurology describes the system of the nerves and of the brain; dermatology treats of the skin.
The New Gresham Encyclopedia. Vol. 1 Part 2|Various

British Dictionary definitions for dermatology

dermatology

/ (ˌdɜːməˈtɒlədʒɪ) /

noun

the branch of medicine concerned with the skin and its diseases

Derived forms of dermatology

dermatological (ˌdɜːmətəˈlɒdʒɪkəl), adjectivedermatologist, noun

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Scientific definitions for dermatology

dermatology

[ dûr′mə-tŏl′ə-jē ]

The branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the skin, hair, and nails.

Cultural definitions for dermatology

dermatology

[ (dur-muh-tol-uh-jee) ]

The branch of medicine devoted to the study and care of the skin.