14 citations
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September 2015 in “PubMed” This review discusses treatment strategies for alopecia areata and emphasizes the importance of primary care physicians recognizing and managing the condition, with referrals to dermatologists for more severe cases.
14 citations
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January 2013 in “International Journal of Trichology” This review discusses physician-patient dynamics in managing hair loss and highlights the emotional impacts, emphasizing the need for effective communication and patient education, but it reports no new clinical findings.
This article provides physician associates with an evidence-based approach to diagnosing and treating alopecia, focusing on recognizing patterns, identifying triggers, and applying targeted interventions to improve patient outcomes in hair loss.
March 2025 in “Journal of Drugs in Dermatology” This study developed a physician-guided algorithm to manage cutaneous adverse events from hormonal therapy in cancer patients, aiming to reduce treatment interruptions and enhance quality of life.
This letter warns physicians against following previous recommendations in a 1976 article on brachial plexus repair, arguing that historical surgical knowledge does not support placing markers on severed nerves for secondary repair.
66 citations
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December 2003 in “Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinics of North America” This article emphasizes the need for physicians to gain expertise in obesity care, detailing comprehensive assessments as critical for effective management, but provides no new research findings.
22 citations
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July 2006 in “Annals of The Royal College of Surgeons of England” This case report aims to raise physician awareness about 'toe-tourniquet' syndrome, which can lead to digit loss if not promptly treated, and to prevent its misdiagnosis as child abuse.
15 citations
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April 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This article notes the lack of physician-reported outcome studies supporting the efficacy of off-label spironolactone in treating female pattern hair loss, despite its common prescription alongside FDA-approved topical minoxidil.
5 citations
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January 2018 in “PubMed” This article discusses the ethical views of Polish physicians on performance-enhancing substances and emphasizes the need to improve their knowledge to better address related issues in their patients, but it reports no new results.
5 citations
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August 1999 in “Disease-a-month” This review provides guidelines for physicians on using hormonal therapies, such as androgen receptor blockers and oral contraceptives, to treat hormonally related acne, but reports no new clinical findings.
3 citations
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January 2015 in “Social Science Research Network” This study discusses the role of physicians and pharmaceutical companies as entrepreneurial actors in off-label drug use, arguing they may advance patient care more quickly than regulatory agencies.
3 citations
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April 2011 in “JDDG Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” This article provides a guideline for physicians on managing hair disorders, including recent developments and clinical practice guidelines, but it reports no new research findings.
1 citations
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May 2025 in “The Journal of Rheumatology” This case report describes a physician's journey with systemic lupus erythematosus, illustrating the disease's impact on their professional life and treatment experiences, ultimately informing their holistic patient care approach.
November 2024 in “Indian Journal of Rheumatology” This study reported that primary care physicians' lack of knowledge about rheumatology and referrals to other specialties are major factors delaying systemic lupus erythematosus patients' access to rheumatology care in India.
January 2024 in “International journal of homoeopathic sciences” This abstract discusses the importance of physicians understanding hair disorders and their assessment, noting that homeopathic remedies have shown success in treating hair issues, allowing for tailored patient solutions within holistic medicine.
June 2023 in “International journal of biology, pharmacy and allied sciences” This article discusses challenges primary care physicians face in diagnosing and treating depression, noting that up to one-third of antidepressant prescriptions involve non-indicated use; it also introduces FDA-approved treatments, esketamine nasal spray, and brexanolone IV injection.
July 2011 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” The document provides a quiz for physicians to earn continuing medical education credits in facial plastic surgery.
March 2006 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses the challenges hair restoration physicians face in obtaining the perfect donor strip for hair transplants, with no new findings reported.
November 2000 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses the topic of non-physician owned practices and reports no new research findings.
58 citations
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November 2018 in “Cochrane library” This study found that oral isotretinoin may slightly improve physician-assessed acne severity but is associated with more minor adverse effects compared to standard oral antibiotics plus topical treatment, based on low-quality evidence.
2 citations
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May 2025 in “The Journal of Dermatology” This study reported that a large proportion of US adults with physician-diagnosed alopecia areata experience substantial emotional and mental health comorbidities and report significant stigma across all disease severities, yet few are receiving counseling or therapeutic intervention.
April 2026 in “Frontiers in Medicine” In this study, young female medical students at King Saud University reported a higher prevalence of physician-diagnosed PCOS compared to similar Western populations, and hirsutism was notably associated with the condition, highlighting the need for early screening and health education.
January 2026 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This expert opinion article presents insights from dermatologists and aesthetic physicians on using polynucleotides (Rejuran®) for skin hydration, rejuvenation, structural support, barrier repair, and scar remodeling, noting their favorable safety profile but highlighting the need for more robust evidence and research.
June 2025 in “Pediatric Annals” This review highlights the importance of primary care physicians in diagnosing and managing hair loss in adolescents, noting that early treatment and education are essential for achieving the best clinical and psychosocial outcomes.
January 2025 in “Advances in Dermatology and Allergology” This review highlights a gap between patient-reported and physician-perceived rates of alopecia in transplant recipients, suggesting the issue may be underestimated and stressing the need for better recognition and management of hair disorders caused by immunosuppressive therapy post-kidney transplantation.
October 2024 in “Clinical Chemistry” In this study, physicians diagnosed a 3-year-old with scurvy due to severe vitamin C deficiency, influenced by a vegan diet and potential early-stage celiac disease; after treatment with vitamin C supplementation, her condition rapidly improved, highlighting the importance of dietary considerations in pediatric health.
July 2024 in “International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery” This article shares personal career advice for aspiring young physicians in hair restoration and reports no new research findings.
August 2021 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” In this study, both physician and patient reports revealed that more severe alopecia areata was associated with higher emotional symptoms and greater activity limitations among patients.
May 2017 in “International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery” This listing describes job openings for a hair restoration physician and technicians at a new boutique center in Atlanta; no research findings are reported.
May 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study presents an algorithm that may help physicians diagnose female hair loss by synthesizing patient history, clinical examination, and various diagnostic tests.