History of the american board of dermatology, Inc. (1932-1982)

Frequency of Syphilis Diagnoses by Dermatologists

“…Accordingly, once affixed to the names of many professional organizations and publications, the term “syphilology” has been commonly discarded to reflect the irrelevance of syphilis to the practice of dermatology . Our findings validate this sentiment, yet highlight an opportunity for dermatologists to become reengaged, particularly with the resurgence of cases.…”

The extent of dermatopathology education: A comparison of pathology and dermatology

“…9 Although much of the emphasis of training for dermatologists and pathologists differs, they share a common ground in dermatopathology. Both specialties spend years gleaning knowledge from texts, lectures, Kodachromes, and the microscope to better learn this one subject.…”

Dermatology Is a Specialty; Dermatology Is Not a Subspecialty

“…Among the specialties, dermatology has been in the forefront with the organization of national societies, journals, and certifying boards 4,7–9 . Dermatologists have also been the leaders in public education, starting with syphilis awareness in the 1920s to sun awareness in recent years.…”