Dermatology (journal)
Dermatology (journal)
Dermatology (pronounced: der-muh-TOL-uh-jee) is a peer-reviewed medical journal that publishes articles related to the field of dermatology. The journal was first published in 1893, making it one of the oldest publications in its field.
Etymology
The term "dermatology" originates from the Greek words "derma," meaning skin, and "-logy," meaning study of. Thus, dermatology refers to the study of the skin.
Scope
The journal covers all aspects of skin disease, including clinical studies, experimental investigations, and diagnostic techniques. The articles published in Dermatology range from original articles, case reports, reviews, and short communications. The journal also publishes special issues on specific topics of dermatology.
Related Terms
- Dermatologist: A medical doctor who specializes in treating diseases and conditions of the skin.
- Dermatopathology: A subspecialty of dermatology and pathology that involves the study of skin diseases at a microscopic level.
- Dermatosurgery: A branch of dermatology that specializes in surgical procedures involving the skin.
- Dermato-oncology: A subspecialty of dermatology that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers.
Indexing and Abstracting
Dermatology is indexed and abstracted in several databases, including PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science. The journal's impact factor, a measure of the frequency with which the average article in a journal has been cited in a particular year, is also published annually.
Editorial Board
The editorial board of Dermatology consists of renowned dermatologists from around the world. The board is responsible for the peer-review process and the overall quality of the journal.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Dermatology (journal)
- Wikipedia's article - Dermatology (journal)
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