“…Nonetheless, the data are relatively consistent year to year and have been consistent with those obtained in other surveys. 25,30 With the recent instability of the US economy, the dermatology workforce has been affected in various ways, although to a substantially smaller degree than other industries. 31 We observe from our report a possible response to the current economic conditions, as shown by increased ideal work hours, decreased anticipated time in cosmetic procedures, smaller salary increases, and modestly less robust job opportunities.…”