The Washington Manual of Dermatology Diagnostics

Author: COUNCIL, MARTHA LAURIN

Edition: Second

ISBN: 9781975238032

Release Date: 08-01-2026

Languages: English

Binding: paperback

Number Of Pages: 400

Details: Designed to provide expert advice on diagnosing dermatologic presentations when a specialist isn’t available, The Washington Manual® of Dermatology Diagnostics, 2nd Edition, edited by Drs. M. Laurin Council and Lynn A. Cornelius, offers concise, high-yield content that reflects recent advances in the field. This practical volume in the Lippincott Manual series presents brief, logical approaches to the diagnosis and treatment of common dermatologic problems, organized by category of skin disorder to be especially useful when you haven’t yet made a diagnosis. This popular handbook addresses challenges faced by dermatology residents, interns, family medicine physicians, and medical students, plus offers practical solutions and expert guidance―all in one portable and user-friendly resource. Covers a full range of skin diseases and disorders, including pediatric and geriatric conditions, as well as dermatologic surgery techniques such as biopsies, electrosurgery, cryotherapy, photodynamic therapy, Mohs micrographic surgery, laser surgery, and more Provides consistent, easy-to-grasp information for each condition: background, clinical presentation, evaluation (including DDx tables), and treatment Contains numerous full-color images of dermatologic presentations Includes two new chapters on Aesthetic Dermatology and Skin of Color, with increased images throughout that feature skin of color Shares the experience and knowledge of Washington University faculty physicians and fellows in dermatology and related fields