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Ekomwereren O, Shehryar A, Abdullah Yahya N, Rehman A, Affaf M, Chilla SP, Kumar U, Faran N, I K H Almadhoun MK, Quinn M, Ekhator C. Mastering the Art of Dermatosurgery: Aesthetic Alchemy in Medical Excellence. Cureus 2023; 15:e49659. [PMID: 38161926 PMCID: PMC10756331 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.49659] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/29/2023] [Indexed: 01/03/2024] Open
Abstract
Dermatosurgery, a specialized branch within dermatology, has traversed an extraordinary journey through time, shaped by ancient practices, technological leaps, and shifting societal perceptions. This review explores the evolution of dermatosurgery, highlighting its profound transformation from addressing solely medical concerns to seamlessly integrating aesthetics. From its roots in ancient civilizations, where cultural traditions laid the foundation for modern techniques, to the twentieth-century technological renaissance, marked by innovative tools and enhanced understanding of skin anatomy, dermatosurgery has emerged as a dynamic field. Societal notions of beauty and health have significantly influenced dermatosurgery, blurring the lines between medical necessity and elective aesthetic procedures. The delicate balance between satisfying aesthetic desires and upholding medical ethics is a central challenge that dermatosurgeons face today. Open dialogue between practitioners and patients as well as psychological support plays a pivotal role in navigating this terrain. The training and ethics associated with dermatosurgery have evolved to meet the increasing demand for specialized procedures. Maintaining a focus on patient safety and satisfaction remains paramount as commercial pressures and disparities in access to care loom. Upholding best practices and standards in the field is essential for ensuring consistent, high-quality care for all patients. Looking ahead, dermatosurgery stands on the brink of a transformative era, marked by non-invasive techniques, artificial intelligence (AI) integration, and personalized medicine. The field's ability to harmonize medical science with aesthetic artistry is evident in various case studies, showcasing the intricate balance dermatosurgeons strike between addressing medical concerns and fulfilling aesthetic desires. As dermatosurgery continues to evolve, it promises to provide patients with even more precise, tailored treatments that enhance both their physical well-being and aesthetic satisfaction.
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Affiliation(s)
- Osatohanmwen Ekomwereren
- Trauma and Orthopaedics, Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, Shrewsbury, GBR
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- Internal Medicine, Women's Medical and Dental College, Abbotabad, PAK
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- Medicine, CARE Hospitals, Hyderabad, IND
- School of Health Sciences, University of East London, London, GBR
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- Medicine, Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Medical College Lyari, Karachi, PAK
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- Internal Medicine, Fatima Memorial Hospital, Lahore, PAK
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- Internal Medicine, Jinnah Hospital, Lahore, PAK
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- Neuro-oncology, New York Institute of Technology, College of Osteopathic Medicine, Old Westbury, USA
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Shah VV, Kapp MB, Wolverton SE. Medical Malpractice in Dermatology-Part I: Reducing the Risks of a Lawsuit. Am J Clin Dermatol 2016; 17:593-600. [PMID: 27734331 DOI: 10.1007/s40257-016-0223-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Malpractice risk is a common source of concern for the practicing physician. Dermatologists experience fewer lawsuits than most other specialists in medicine, but the risk is not negligible. All physicians should familiarize themselves with areas of potential risk and avoid medico-legal pitfalls. We present Part I of a two-part series addressing medico-legal questions common to most practitioners that cause a great deal of anxiety. Part I will focus upon risk management and prevention of future malpractice lawsuits, and Part II deals with suggestions and guidance once a lawsuit occurs. Herein, we discuss the primary sources of malpractice lawsuits delivered against healthcare practitioners including issues with informed consent, patient noncompliance, medical negligence, and inappropriate documentation, including use of electronic medical records. The overall goal is to effectively avoid these common sources of litigation. The risk management strategies discussed in this paper are relevant to the everyday practitioner and may offer physicians some degree of protection from potential liability.
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- Vidhi V Shah
- University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine, 2411 Holmes St., Kansas City, MO, 64108, USA
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- Center for Innovative Collaboration in Medicine and Law, Florida State University College of Medicine and College of Law, 1115W. Call Street, Tallahassee, FL, 32306-4300, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Indiana University, 550N. University Blvd., Suite 3240, Indianapolis, IN, 46202, USA.
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