House repeals SGR, Senate unlikely to follow suit

By a 238 to 181 vote, the House of Representatives approved legislation Friday to repeal Medicare’s sustainable growth rate. The SGR Repeal and Medicare Provider Payment Modernization Act would replace the current physician-payment system with one that rewards quality of care and incentivizes doctors to participate in alternative payment models. » More

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Exciting webinar about sun protection on 4/1 and 4/3 featuring Dr. Curtis Cole Read More.

Hospital tests Google Glass with dermatology patients

Rhode Island Hospital is the first in the United States to use Google Glass in an emergency department. During a six-month study, researchers will examine the effectiveness of the wearable streaming audio/video device during consultations with consenting patients requiring a dermatologist. » More

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Understanding the Diversity of HA Fillers:
Live CME program featuring facilitated, hands-on training!
Julius Few, MD – Derek Jones, MD – Arthur Swift, MD – Heidi Waldorf, MD View the event dates, locations & register here!

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Head lice infestations that occur annually

Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Evidence based strategies for eczema treatment
Help recommend the best treatments for your patients with eczema by learning more about effective and evidence-based treatments. Our resource center includes the latest articles, video, tools and CME. Learn more here.

Researchers pinpoint cause of resistance to lice treatments

In three upcoming live CME courses, faculty members will discuss hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers, and attendees will have the chance to participate in hands-on training. » More

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Psoriatic arthritis: Treatment options and approaches
Symptoms of psoriatic arthritis include inflammation in the joints and excessive production of skin cells. Learn about treatment options to help reduce these symptoms in your patients. Articles, video, tools and CME.Read More