clinical dermatologist trained in dermatopathology?

Question

Is there any published material on the amount of derm dermatopathologists that consult with their patient and then also review the patients slide?

Should a patient look for this type of integrated approach?

Are there industry conferences/literature that focus on this type of practice?

Answer 1

Large numbers of dermatologists are in fact also dematopathologists. As for whether or not you need to be able to go over this information with your doctor, it depends on the patient. If you want to be able to go over the slides with your doctor, the doctor should be willing to do it. And if he or she is not, then you should find a doctor who will.