What is a dermatologist? According to the American Academy of Dermatology, a dermatologist is a doctor who specializes in treating conditions that affect the skin, hair, and nails. Dermatologists must earn a medical degree, complete an internship, and spend an additional three tears training for a specialty which could be skin, hair or nails. General dermatologists see pateints with all types of skin concern, while specialists may focus on pediatrics, surgery, or cosmetics.

Finding a dermatologist to assess and treat your acne is easy. The American Academy of Dermatiology offers a free search capability to help you find a local dermatologist.

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