Dermatopathology 207ND0900X
Dermatopathology: Dermatopathology is a medical health field that uses dermatology and surgical pathology and focuses on the study of cutaneous diseases at a microscopic level. As well, it analyses the potential causes of skin diseases at a cellular level. They work in close proximity to dermatologists.
Taxonomy Code: 207ND0900X
Allopathic and Osteopathic Physicians | Dermatology | Dermatopathology
Allopathic and Osteopathic Physicians: Allopathic physicians are general doctors (Medical Doctor or MD), whereas osteopathic physicians (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine or DO) deal specifically with Osteopathy, targeting in healing the body with minimal use of medicine with an emphasis focusing on preventative care. Both types are fully licensed physicians, educated in diagnosing, as well as offering treatment for various illnesses and disorders.
Dermatology: This is an area of medicine that deals with the skin and all its diseases. It is a very unique specialty that has both medical and surgical aspects. A 'doctor of the skin' is referred to as a dermatologist and specifically takes care of diseases of the skin, along with one cosmetic issues of the scalp, skin, nails and hair.