Dermatologist Responsibilities: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Skin Cancer Screening

Dermatologists are physicians specializing in skin, hair, and nail disorders. Core duties include:

1. Evaluation & diagnosis – clinical exam, dermatoscopy, biopsy.
2. Treatment – topical/oral medications, light/laser therapy, surgery.
3. Patient education – skin care, sun protection, lifestyle modifications.
4. Skin cancer screening – regular full‑body exams for early detection.
5. Research – advancing understanding and therapies for skin disease.

Dermatologists provide comprehensive care to maintain skin health and manage complex conditions.