The Association of Academic Cosmetic Dermatology: improving cosmetic dermatology education through collaboration, research, and advocacy

Abstract

Cosmetic and laser procedures are increasingly popular among patients and are skills in which dermatologists are regarded as well trained. Most dermatology residents intend to incorporate cosmetic procedures into their practice and prefer to learn such procedures during residency through direct patient care. However, there are notable challenges in optimizing how residents are trained in cosmetic and laser dermatology. To address these barriers and elevate the practice of cosmetic dermatology in academic medicine, the Association of Academic Cosmetic Dermatology (AACD) was founded in 2021 as the lead professional society for dermatologists who direct the education of resident trainees in cosmetic and laser dermatology. The AACD, a group of board-certified dermatologists who teach cosmetic and laser dermatology to residents, aims to improve cosmetic dermatology education through collaboration, research, and advocacy.

Evaluation of the Efficacy of the 755 nm Picosecond Laser in Eliminating Pigmented Skin Lesions after a Single Treatment Based on Photographic Analysis with Polarised Light

“…Thus, in order to standardise the study group and to objectivise the efficacy of such treatment, we decided to analyse the impact after only one session. Nevertheless, we herein report that the study patients underwent a series treatments which varied in number (3)(4)(5)(6)(7)(8) and were carried out at different intervals (lack of patient subordination and consistency). Nevertheless, the number of treatments needed to satisfy the patient and the laser practitioner depends on a number of factors, such as the amount and depth of melanin.…”

“…Importantly, the study patients underwent a series of several treatments which varied in number (3)(4)(5)(6)(7)(8) and were carried out at different intervals (lack of patient subordination and consistency). Herein, the efficacy after one session is presented.…”

“…Lasers working with nanosecond technology (the so-called Qswitch) include Nd:YAG lasers and alexandrite lasers, whilst the latest developments in picosecond technology are Nd:Yg and alexandrite lasers. Each of these types of lasers has its own unique characteristics that affect the efficacy, safety and recovery time of the treatment [3][4][5].…”

Promoting public skin health through a national continuing medical education project on cosmetic and dermatologic sciences: a 15-year experience

“…A significant proportion of dermatologists lack awareness or possess incorrect understanding about cosmetics. In recent years it has been increasingly realized that resident education in this field is essential for training dermatologists who are well-equipped to address the entire spectrum of patient needs ( 31 , 32 ).…”

Efficacy and Safety of Q-Switched 1064/532 nm Nd:YAG Lasers on Benign Hypermelanosis in Dark-Skinned Individuals—A Preliminary Study

“…Nd:YAG and alexandrite lasers are examples of lasers that use nanosecond technology (also known as “Qswitch”), whereas Nd:YAG and alexandrite lasers are the newest advancements in picosecond technology. Every one of these laser kinds has distinct qualities of its own that influence the treatment’s outcome, security, and recovery period [ 16 ]. Sub-ablative lasers like the Er:Glass non-ablative fractional lasers, as well as relative fractional lasers like the CO 2 and Er:YAG lasers, function by creating microchannels in the skin that enable extensive skin remodeling and lightening of discolored areas.…”