WELCOME TO ASDS 2014

November 9, 2014

Welcome to the Dermatology Times American Society for Dermatologic Surgery conference newsletter.

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TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS

Google Glass useful for Mohs surgery

Google Glass technology can be useful as a hands-free camera/video recorder, as well as for live-streaming of techniques and approaches. And it can transmit live video to an in-office iPad so patients can view hard-to-reach areas or even watch their own surgical procedures, according to an abstract presented this weekend. Where you should be cautious

ATX-101 will create a new market in facial aesthetics if approved

If approved for use, sodium deoxycholate (ATX-101) will create a new market in terms of how we think about fat and facial aesthetics, Adam M. Rotunda, M.D., FACMS, a diplomate with the American Board of Dermatology told Dermatology Times at the 2014 Annual Meeting of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery this weekend. New benefits for patients

Hyperhidrosis treatment effectively removes armpit hair

Microwave-based technology designed to eliminate axillary hyperhidrosis — excessively sweaty armpits — turns out to be an effective treatment to remove unwanted armpit hair, according to an abstract released at the 2014 Annual Meeting of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery. How it works

Online surveys significantly increase patient feedback rate over paper

HIPAA-compliant online surveys are convenient, and the results help Todd Schlesinger, M.D., F.A.A.D., of the Dermatology & Laser Center of Charleston, identify areas that need improvement. Positive comments can be used as testimonials and increase the awareness of the services his practice offers, he told attendees at this weekend's 2014 Annual Meeting of the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery. Tips for patient feedback

Tips for successful eyelid grafts

Careful preoperative photography, a 10-minute anesthetic rule and old-fashioned magnifying loupes are crucial to successful eyelid grafts, according to an expert who spoke Friday at the 2014 Annual Meeting of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery. Pearls of wisdom

Dr. Anthony Rossi, M.D. @anthonymrossi

#asds resident golden scalpel !!! @ASDSMeeting @DermSurgery pic.twitter.com/eRFWqVhtjl

ASDS @ASDSMeeting

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Jason Emer M.D. @JasonEmerMD

Interviews with #realself about #liposuction and #ultrashape. #beverlyhills #asds #dermatology #dermatologist #sandiego

Real Self @realself

DERM TIP: For facial rejuvenation, look to the mid-face. Fillers in this area make a big impact for a youthful appearance. #ASDSMeeting

Skin Spectrum @SkinSpectrum

#ASDSMeeting @roygeronemus @ASDSMeeting #debate "Should non physicians be majority owners of a Derm practice?" pic.twitter.com/NtleqhIXKH

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